EHS General Manager

Bhaskaran Durairaj

CAREER OBJECTIVES

A versatile and active Occupational Environmental, Health and safety (EHS) professional. Bringing strong expertise in Occupational risk analysis, safety supervision and processing to achieve the targets of any organization. Offering superior skills in Man management, safety management, technical analysis, and precautionary employee safety protocols.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Competent and energetic EHS professional with 14+ years’ experience in EHS field which includes Construction, Oil & Gas industry and Aircraft MRO.

20 years’ experience as Flight Engineer and as Engine Tradesman in 3 types of Fixed Wing and Helicopters.

A ‘Specialist’ member of International institute of Risk and Safety Management (SIIRSM) UK.

A Technical member of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (Tech. IOSH) UK.

Trained as Trainer

Excellent analytical planning & organizational skills

A Positive attitude and fluency in five different Indian languages.

Excellent Leadership and Man Management skills.

Possess exceptional human / interpersonal relations, communication, negotiation & convincing skills

Ability to operate effectively in a multinational, multicultural work environment.

Interest to learn more and research.

Has been an asset to the organization wherever I was employed. CAREER PROFILE

Company: Bangalore International Airport Limited

Title: Asst. General Manager - EHS November 2018 to August 2020

Develop, implement, administer, reveiw and maintain Company’s (projects) Occupational Safety and Health Policies and Procedures based on National and Local legal requirements.

Managed and lead the EHS organization through setting Key objectives, managing team performance, developing and motivating individual staff members.

Develop practical solutions to resolve company’s EHS compliance issues and recommend corrective actions for continuous improvement.

Serve as company’s SME for EHS to address regulatory compliance issues, internal and external audits, liability consultants and contractor representatives.

Review internal and external audit reports and ensure the top management is aware of the non- compliance and the risks, possible consequences of non-compliance.

Maintain an appropriate level of awareness and knowledge to create organizational culture that prioritizes EHS compliance.

Work individually and team based working environments to reduce costs and add value to the company.

Set and periodically review the key performance indicators for EHS.

Develop and implement training and resources to conform to Company’s EHS policies and procedures.

Anticipate, identify and evaluate hazardous conditions, practices and medical monitoring program

Coordinate to ensure site safety, health and environmental assessments are prepared in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Develop, implement, administer and maintain the Company’s (projects) Emergency Response Plan.

Coordinate emergency response management of critical mishaps related to projects.

Convene and lead mishap root cause analysis teams for investigation and submission of related documents. Ensure the corrective actions are implemented.

Prepare and recommend EHS budget and monitor financial performance so that company is aware of the anticipated EHS compliance issues.

Make staffing recommendations to senior management for EHS compliance.

Prepare or review tender documents and participate in technical evaluations of the tendering process for all projects related to EHS to facilitate effective selection of materials, equipment, and contractors.

Administer major EHS contracts and audit vendor deliverables and performance. ACHIEVEMENTS:

Adjudged as Best Employee in the year 2019.

Company: AMMROC (a JV company of EDIC, Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky), Abu Dhabi Title: Lead EHS August 2014 to April 2018

Developed, implemented and maintained ‘Programs and Plans’ to ensure company’s compliance with Abu Dhabi Health & Safety System Framework (OSHAD) regulations, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001.

Periodically reviewed EHS policies, procedures, work instructions and practices to ensure they were current and appropriate

Regularly reviewed regulatory reporting and recordkeeping requirements to ensure all company sites complied. Supported various departments in evaluating their current procedures and development of improved procedures for EHS compliance.

Ensured that all EHS-related registrations, permits, and licenses are obtained and maintained.

Recommended changes to existing Hazard Identification and Risk assessments, developed new policies, procedures, work instructions and practices to eliminate or mitigate the identified risks.

As a Certified Trainer, developed and implemented individual training plans, communicate EHS policies, procedures and instructions to all staff through formal training and monitored compliance with the EHS training program.

Managed a team of more than 15 Safety Engineers from US, UK, Italy, UAE, Philippines and India.

Initiated and participated in Management of Change processes and provide advices on appropriate implementation

Maintained records of EHS statistics and timely reporting of EHS performance to relevant government authorities. Periodically reviewed the key performance indicators for EHS and recommended adjustments in compliance goals, objectives, and methodologies to achieve EHS performance matrix.

Prepared and maintained EHS performance statistics, root cause analysis data and leading indicators to determine significant trends as well as make effective recommendations for containment or corrective actions.

Initiated and participated in Incident/Accident investigation, mishap root cause analysis and provide subject matter expertise to prevent re-occurrence.

Maintained and monitored waste generated across all the bases (sites) analysed the trend and communicated the same to the respective base management for appropriate action to reduce as stipulated by Center of Waste Management, Abu Dhabi (Tadweer).

Prepared waste reduction plan and ensured its compliance at all bases as required by Environment Agency, Abu Dhabi.

Developed and maintained emergency preparedness for the company as per legal and other standards.

Ensured all EHS documents and record keeping were update and in compliance with applicable standards.

Prepared Budget pertaining to EHS for the whole company and monitor financial performance so that the company was aware of the anticipated EHS costs.

Prepared Statement of Work pertaining to EHS for all the contractors bidding/Tendering and carried out Technical Evaluation of all the contractors before choosing. ACHIEVEMENTS:

Was instrumental in getting the EHS Management System approved by OSHAD.

Adjudged as Best Employee in the year 2016.

Company: ENOC Project: Dubai Natural Gas Co. Ltd. (DUGAS), Dubai Title: Project Safety Officer July 2012 to August 2014

As a Project Management person, ensured that the Contractors follow the HSE management plans and procedures effectively.

Being in a Gas plant, ensured the Permit to Work System is followed meticulously, fire and other precautions are adhered to as per the laid down procedure.

Organized & carried out HSE audits, identify, define, record and resolve matters pertaining to HSE issues.

Coordinate with Client, Contractor representatives / Project Managers / Construction Managers on the progress and adherence of HSE systems and procedures.

Apart from generic Risk Assessments, carried out Job Safety Analysis of all activities of Tank demolition.

Planning practical and effective methods, both preventative and remedial for promoting safe working practices besides timely finishing of the task.

Conducting weekly joint safety inspections, safety meeting with Contractor’s safety and management representatives.

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Successfully completed demolition of a huge condensate tank of 206’ diameter and 77’ height and construction of new Tank within the scheduled period, without any Lost Time Accident and without disrupting operation of the live plant.

Company: Samsung C&T Corporation Project: Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi Title: Senior Safety Engineer’ March 2011 to July 2012

Ensured that company HSE management plans and procedures were implemented effectively.

Organized & carried out HSE audits, identify, define, record and resolve matters pertaining to HSE issues.

Coordinate with Project Managers / construction managers on the implementation and adherence of HSE systems and procedures.

Qualitative risk assessments in all activities of construction and commissioning phase of the project.

Conducted weekly joint Safety Inspections, Safety meeting with Sub Contractor safety and management representatives.

Planned, executed and evaluated ‘Emergency Evacuation Drills.

Provided training for staff in relation to health and safety procedures and practices including Firefighting systems

& their operations.

Undertook lead roles in Incident/Accident investigations, recommended suitable corrective actions and also ensured corrective actions were implemented.

Prepared weekly / monthly reports and safety statistics.

Provided independent professional advice and technical information where appropriate to management, Contractors to enable to discharge its statutory obligations, keeping staff and managers abreast of the continuous changes in HSE issued by the municipality and government authorities.

Keeping records of inspections findings and produced reports that suggest improvements.

Ensured inspection of crane, fork lift, scissor lift, all other Plant & Equipment etc. were carried out before resuming and during its activity at site.

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Scored maximum points without any Non-Compliance in consecutive audits by the ALDAR team.

Adjudged as best managed site by JACOBS auditing team.

Surpassed 25 Million-man hours without any LTA.

Company: Murray & Roberts (ME) LLC Project: Dubai International Airport Terminal-3 Title: Senior Safety Engineer Jan 2006 to Mar 2011

Implemented & maintained recommended Safety Standards, Codes and procedures throughout the site.

Regular inspection of place of Work, identify Hazards, prepare Risk Assessment, plan corrective actions and monitoring of its effectiveness.

Conduct ‘Internal Audits’, ‘Accident Investigations’ and ‘Root Cause Analysis’.

Planning, executing and evaluating ‘Emergency Evacuation Drills’.

Preparation of Procedures, ‘Permit to Work’ system for various tasks and ‘Tool Box Talks’.

Coordinate with various Contractors and conduct Safety Meetings, preparation of Minutes of Meeting.

Maintain Safety statistics, prepare all kinds of Safety Reports including Man hours, Accident Frequency rates and their Trend analysis, Training statistics and requirements etc.

Conducting Induction Training & other Special / Periodic Training for various sects. of people.

Was part of Rapid Response Team which handled the project strength of more than 17,000 employees. ACHIEVEMENTS:

Felicitated by Dubai Police HQ for an operation carried out in Dubai International Airport Terminal-1.

Maintained a trend of Zero LTA for more than 2 years.

Was part of the Safety Team which achieved a record 32-million-man hour without LTA.

Key member of the team which carried out Security gap analysis at Terminal-3. Company: Indian Air Force Project: various location in India Title: Flight Engineer Dec’1990 – May’2002

Carried out Pre-flight, Turn-round and Post flight checks on aircrafts and the relevant documents.

Performed starting & switching off aircraft engines and aircraft systems.

Monitored aircraft systems & engine performance, handled emergencies in air and on ground.

Testing airworthiness of Aircraft engines and other systems on ground & in air.

Carried out Snag Analysis of Engines and other aircraft systems.

Planned aircraft allotment, servicing and availability as per various operational requirements.

Calculated Centre of Gravity of the Aircraft, supervised Aircraft loading & off-loading of Aircraft.

Supervised & carried out training for fellow Flight Engineers in flying and technical subjects. ACHIEVEMENTS:

Nominated for ‘VSM’, a President of India award for consistent hard work, extraordinary devotion for duty and exceptional professional competency.

Completed more than 3300 hours of flying as Flight Engineer in three types of Fixed wing aero-planes and Helicopters on all kinds of terrains and environmental conditions.

Took part in various operations including Combat operations, Para dropping, Causality Evacuation, Formation Flying, Heavy Drops (of vehicles/bombs), Air Maintenance, and Flood Relief operation. Company: Indian Air Force Project: various location in India Title: Aircraft Engine Fitter May’1982 – Dec’1990

Multiple Aircraft Systems knowledge in Aircraft Engines realm, their testing, repair & servicing.

Professional experience on undertaking maintenance, repair on various Military aircraft engine systems.

Thorough snag analysis and minor adjustments on components of Aircraft Engine systems.

Carrying out replenishing activities like refuelling of various aircrafts according to their specifications.

Administration of large and small groups of men as supervisor with knowledge of Security systems and conversant handling of small and light weaponry as part of armed forces training & fitness. ACHIEVEMENTS:

First person to be chosen from the whole batch of more than 500 persons to undergo the training as Flight Engineer and to be promoted within a short span of time due to consistent excellent performance. ACADEMIC AND CETIFICATION PROFILE

Degree in Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Process Safety Management (NEBOSH, UK (PSM))

International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety (NEBOSH, UK (oil & gas))

International General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH, UK (IGC))

Integrated Management System Internal Auditor

Internal Quality Management System Auditor (ISO 9001:2008) from BUREAU VERITAS, Dubai.

Internal Occupational Health and Safety Management System Auditor (OHSAS 18001) from DNV, Dubai.

Occupational Safety and Health Advanced Diploma (NASP, USA)

Managing Safely - Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH)

Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis (GCAS)

Trained as Project Management Professional (yet to be certified)

Trained as a Trainer (Endorsed by ILM, UK)

Basic Fire Fighting / Fire Warden

Advanced First Aid Certificate

Hazardous Material Handling Awareness

Mobile Elevated Working Platform Competency

Rigging, Lifting, Slinging Banks Management

Working Safely at Height

Mobile Tower Access System Safety Awareness

Aviation Field:

Flight Engineer’s Course

Aircrew Aircraft Maintenance Conversion Course

Helicopter Maintenance Conversion Course

Aero Engine Fitter’s Course

Courses related to the type of aircraft and type of operation Computer Skills:

MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point.

PERSONAL PROFILE

Date of Birth : 18 May 1964

Nationality : Indian

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