ABDULRASHEED POPOOLA
Position: Health Safety And Environmental Manager
Nationality: Nigerian
Languages: English and Arabic
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
20years of work experience as a professional with more than 10 years of managerial experience in diversified field of construction of infrastructure projects, oil and gas, Tunnels and deep wells, Rails, Roads, Bridges and Highrise.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Technology (B. TECH)- Chemical Engineering, Year 2002
Master of Science (M.SC.) - Environmental Science and Mgt. Year 2009
International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health- Level 6- BSI, Year 2020
EXPERIENCES RESPONSIBILITIES
HSE Manager
Petroltecnica Environmental Services, Doha, Qatar
July 2023 – Present
Project Involved:
Dolphin Energy Limited (RATA) Gas Plant. Ras Laffan.
QE-LNG Dukhan Gas Plant,
QE Refinery Mesaieed
Laffan Refinery
QAPCO Soil Reclamation Project
QCHEM Plant
QE Refinery
Oryx GTL – Ozone Monitoring
MANATEQ Logistics Park EIA, and RATA
MILAHA Port Expansion Project
KHARAMAA- Aquifer storage and Recovery deep well and pipelines construction(Energo)
PM Speciation Project- Qatar Energy Messaieed, Dukhan and Raslaffan.
Texas A&M environmental Monitoring
UDC under seawater monitoring
Al Khaleej Cement Factory Expansion project.
Salam Petroleum CTO /EP compliance
Ensure that all documents preparation meet safety requirements and regulatory standards
Prepare Review and evaluate all work /Task risk assessment and JSA
Prepare all HSE plans and procedures for safe execution of projects
Monitor all safety aspects of the projects across Doha, Qatar
Ensure full compliance with clients safety requirements in all pre, during and post work
Overseeing the implementation of environmental monitoring activities on site
Technically supporting the process of submission for environmental approvals/ licenses for construction activities (Geo technical Investigation, Site Office and Laydown area, Pilling and Installation of Vertical Drains - Compaction, Dewatering, Chemical Storage area, Hazardous Waste Storage etc.)
Preparing environmental monitoring reports for clients to MME with respect to safety
Reviewing and reporting on the effectiveness of environmental controls and environmental management practices
Submitting Environmental permit applications for our clients’ major projects
Conducting Ambient Air Quality and noise monitoring testing
Preparing technical proposals to clients to bid for projects
Assisting in coordination and execution of ongoing company projects
Liaising with Qatar Ministry of Municipal and Environment on Environmental permits and Consent to Operate
Preparing information for environmental site training (toolbox talks, induction and Awareness programs)
Prepare HSE Plan and procedures for approval as required.
Support tender documentation processes
Partake in EIA, CEMP, ESMR, HSE, TRA, ETC
Carry out planned and unplanned inspections of Framework Contractors work activities, Labor Camps etc. to ensure the Framework Contractor’s compliance with all contractual obligations related to HSE.
Ensure timely closure of HSE non-conformities by the Framework Contractor in line with inspection/audit reports.
Review & analyse H&S plans from Framework Contractors and ensure compliance with QCS 2014 and any future amendments.
Support Drainage Department internal audits and conduct Second Party (BAU) Audits (Framework Contractor’s Audits)
Review the HSE Weekly / Monthly Reports and Contractor’s Key Personnel CV’s).
Monitor Framework contractor performance in terms of HSE and provide reports to the contracts team to ensure safe working practice.
DHSE Manager Porr-
Projects Involved: Wakra Wukair Drainnge Tunnel
8 Deep shaft (80M) and Tunnel works using twin TBM for 14km
North Field Expansion (NFX) Project
Assist in Preparation of the HSE plan and procedures.
Ensure that resources are deployed and manage the HSE budget.
Review the’ monthly environmental report to be submitted.
Conduct the inspections and audits to monitor the implementation of the HSE plan. Procedures and method statement.
Reviewing and providing comment on risk assessment on submitted method statement
Establishing communication, reporting, and authorization procedures for the project.
Establish KPI's relevant to the Project complete with measurement/compliance to the indicators.
Monitor compliance to the objectives and targets are performance goals and operating standards and procedures.
Review/approve subcontractors and vendors for project equipment/services.
Conduct regular site and location visits/reviews.
Identify and ensure suitable and sufficient project HSES resources (personnel) for adequate HSE coverage at worksites.
Review Framework Contractor’s KPI’s related to HSE component for invoicing
Coordinate with relevant engineers, contractor and other relevant departments with respect to HSE Activities.
Prepare and submit monthly H&S reports on Drainage Department and Framework Contractor H&S performance for assigned Catchment Zone.
Ensure team’s compliance with new business processes, (including but not limited to those associated with EDAMS/EAMS, Frameworks), ensure redundant/ duplicate activities in his assigned area are discontinued and provide recommendations for improvement.
Liaise with the other teams in Control and Technical Follow up Section to ensure alignment of systems and working practices
Monitor issue of permits (entry, confined space, shutdown, etc.) as per Drainage Department’s permits procedure
HSE Manager
Larsen & Toubro Ltd (EA)
Doha, Qatar
Client- Qatar Rail
kHARAMAA
May 2017 - Jan 2021
Projects Involved:
Doha Metro rail Tunnel project..
Kharamaa Qatar Electric Main power distribution station- Electrical Automation works
Prepared and got approval for all HSE plans and procedures for different packages.
Ensure the CEMP is approved by responsible authorities.
Prepared and defend the HSE budget for approval and implementation
Provide training and awareness for all staffs
Ensure continual safety culture improvement
Establish KPI's relevant to the Project complete with measurement/compliance to the indicators.
Monitor compliance to the objectives and targets are performance goals and operating standards and procedures.
Review/approve subcontractors and vendors for project equipment/services
Conduct regular site and location visits/reviews.
Identify and ensure suitable and sufficient project HSES resources (personnel) for adequate HSE coverage at worksites.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills ad proven track record of successful project management
Monitor the effective implementation of appropriate Safety and Environment System procedures and provide for their updating in line with changes in Legislation and Company Directives.
Carry out analysis of accident / incident statistics, identifying trends
DHSE Manager
HLG-
New Orbital Highway project (NOH3)
May 2015 to April 2017
Assist the HSE manager to achieve the goal of zero harm and improve safety culture.
Primary responsibility to provide leadership for all HSE management system implementation
Prepare weekly environmental reports and attend progress meetings for presentation.
Advise the construction team in all aspects regarding environmental working procedures.
Partake in risk assessment update and job/ task safety analysis reviews.
Ensure all near misses are reported, investigated and reviews implemented.
Conduct inductions to senior staff visiting the site.
Ensure all safety documentation is properly documented and logged.
Prepare and update Environmental statistical tracking and trending data.
Assists to implement and maintain client and KBR [ PMC] Specifications.
Ensure the HSE & CEMP is approved by responsible authorities.
Supervise & manage the works of the Contractor to ensure compliance to its CEMP, Environmental Management System, and environmental permit conditions.
Ensure the Contractor has an approved Environmental Manager/Engineer/Specialist/Officer for the project
Chair the weekly HSE meeting with Contractor that covers the Environmental Management System & issues
Ensure the environmental permit & other miscellaneous permits from MoECC for the execution of works are applied by the Contractor and shall be reviewed prior submission
Ensure the environmental permits & other miscellaneous permits are valid and up-to date. Prepare a permit tracker
Review the Contractor’ monthly environmental report to be submitted
Ensure that the EPMS Portal is updated on a monthly basis
Conduct the inspections and audits to monitor the implementation of the CEMP & environmental management system by the Contractor
Reviewing and providing comment on contractor documentation including CEMP, method statements, risk assessments and permit applications etc;.
Establishing communication, reporting and authorization procedures for the project;
Project HSE Manager
Albandary- Atlascat Engineering( Oil & Gas Division)
Doha, Qatar
Jan.2014- Dec. 2014
RAS GAS
•Preparation, implementation and evaluation of environmental plan, programs, policies, permits and practices to ensure they continue to meet all local, state, and national regulatory requirements.
•Lead, advise, guide, and and environmental programs and policies to minimize and control risks.
•Oversee the development and application of Hazard identification and risk assessment strategies.
•Conduct environmental inspections, responsible for environmental reporting, waste management practices and hazardous material inventories and plans, report on observations, analysis of contaminants, and recommendations for correction.
•Establish and maintain an effective accident and incident reporting system for all employees.
•Investigate accidents and incidents to determine the cause and recommends changes to work practices or equipment to minimize or eliminate future safety risks.
Project Environmental Safety Engineer
Company- L&T Ltd.
Doha, Qatar
Client- QatarEnergy
Jan’ 11 – Dec. 2014
Key Projects - EPIC for power supply through submarine cables
To cultivate and maintain a strong safety culture.
Develop, manage, and monitor the HSE performance of the company.
Monitor and advise on all HSE matters, issues and concerns to ensure Company compliance with statutory requirements, Company and contractual requirements and good industry practice.
Conduct audits to evaluate the effectiveness of systems and procedures, identifying and assisting implementing improvements.
Report on Company’s HSE performance to the leadership team and statutory authorities as/when required.
Conduct HSE training courses using internal and external resources when required.
Maintain awareness of evolving industry HSE regulations and best practice and how they could be applied to the Company’s operations.
Produce further analysis and reports as may be required by the Directors, or management from time to time and client.
To provide safe, secure, and healthy working conditions for all workers
To deliver safe, high quality and environmentally responsible products and services
Environmental Consultant (External works)
Enville Environmental Consultants Ikeja.
Lagos Nigeria
Jan. 2003- Dec. 2007
Project- Management and provision of an Environmental Impact Assessment of effluent for the discharge network and systems rehabilitation expansion works of Lagos industrial zone Ikeja. Lagos State
Conduct field investigations of soil, water, and air quality.
Carry out general field and office assignments.
Data management, interpretation, and reporting.
Liaise with clients’ suppliers and contractors.
Collect, compiling, and interpreting field and laboratory data
Perform environmental assessments and planning including baseline environmental investigations, stack emission testing, environmental hazard identification, and risk assessment.
Prepare and lead adherence to site-specific health and safety plans to mitigate or eliminate risks to oneself and others.
Maintain a safe and hazard-free work environment in line with health and safety requirements; and
Work across other disciplines as requested.
CERTIFICATIONS / OTHER COURSES
MMUP-UPDA Engineering Card-Qatar
NEBOSH IGC, NEBOSH, United Kingdom
ISO 45001 - Occupational Health and Safety Lead Auditor
OHSAS 18001- Occupational Health and Safety Management Standards
ISO 9001 - Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor
ISO 14001:2004 - Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor
OSHA -30 Hour Construction and general Safety
CERTIFICATIONS / OTHER COURSES
IOSH Managing Safely.
High field level 3 general construction safety certificate.
COSHH and Confined space coordinator
Tunnelling Safety Training Series (TSTS)-CITB - UK
Tunnel Entry & Associated Emergency Arrangements (TEEP). City & Guilds 6151-02 – UK
H2S OPITO Approved
Basic Fire Fighting
First Aid CPR
MEMBERSHIPS
National Association of Environmental Management
International Safety Quality Environment Management
International Association of Safety Professionals
International Association of Occupational Safety and Health (GMIOSH)
International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM)
National fire protection agency (NFPA) [U.S.A]
Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment