Seasoned HSE Lead for Oil & Gas Projects

Location:

Salmiya, Hawalli, Kuwait

Salary:

900

Posted:

November 22, 2025

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PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME

IQBAL AHMAD SHAIKH ANSARI

POSITON APPLIED

HSE ENGINEER /OFFICER

POSITON IN THE COMPANY

HSE LEAD / HSE IN-CHARGE

NATIONALITY

INDIAN

GENDER

MALE

DATE OF BIRTH

01/08/1980

MARITAL STATUS

MARRIED

TELEPHONE / MOBILE

+965-********

**********@*****.***

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

DEGREE/ DIPLOMA

FIELD OF SPECIALISATION

YEAR OF PASSING

UNIVERSITY / BOARD/ INSTITUTION

LOCATION

Diplama in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical

2001

Maharashtra State Board Of Technical Education,(MSBTE)

Mumbai

B.E.Mechanical

Mechanical Program

2015

Khatu Shyam Institute of Management & Technology (KSIMT)

Delhi. India

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

IDipOSH OTHM – Level 6 Certified.

OHSMS ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor –CQI IRCA Certified.

NEBOSH IGC Certified.

IOSH Managing Safely & Working Safely

OSHA 30 Hrs Construction Industry Safety & Health

Diploma in Fire & Safety Course (Merit)

Diploma in Industrial Safety (1st Class)

Diploma in Computer Soft Aid

IMS Internal Auditor Training (ISO 9001:2008,ISO 14001:2004 & OHSAS 1800:2007)

ISO45001 Implementation Workshop (EHS Emirates Foundation)

Competency First Aid training Course

Competency Defensive Driving Training Course (DNV)

Scaffold Users Training Course (Hareer Institute Kuwait)

Inspection Rigging Equipment’s & Hand Signals Training Course (Wataniya Envt.)

Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) Training Course

SCBA & H2S Awareness Assessment (JO)

Hazard Reporting Training (JO)

Applied Industrial Hygiene for HSE Professional Training (ASSP –KC)

Construction Safety Awareness Training (ASSP-KC)

MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTIONS / ORGANIZATION

American Society of Safety Professional (ASSP-KC) in Kuwait

Membership in Global, American Society of Safety Professional (Kuwait Chapter)

APPROVAL FROM THIRD PARTY / CLIENTS

Approved : KNPC, KOC, AMEC FOSTER WHEELER / WOOD, Chevron Joint Operation (KGOC-JO) & KIPIC.

TOTAL EXPERIENCE

TOTAL YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE

18+ YEARS PLUS

OVERSEAS COUNTRIES WORKED

OMAN, KUWAIT & INDIA

SOFTWARES FAMILIAR WITH

1.Able to work on WINDOWS platform efficiently.

2.Efficiently work in MS-Office Suite ft Internet

3.Excellent Knowledge of C.

4.Good exposure to UML, HTML

LANGUAGES KNOWN

SPEAK

READ

WRITE

ENGLISH

ARABIC

HINDI

URDU

DRIVING LICENCES

HOLDING VALID KUWAIT LMV DRIVING LICENCE

APPRECIATION & ACHIVEMENTS AWARDS:

HSE PERFORMANCE OUTSTANDING SAFETY PERFORMANCE AWARD FROM FDH-JV / KNPC / CLEAN FULE PROJECT, MAB-2 KUWAIT.

SAFETY EXCELLENCE AWARD FROM FLOUR ACHIVEMENT OF 5 MILLION SAFE MANHOURS WITHOUT LTI. (20 OCT 2010 TO 6 MAR 2012). PROJECT EF 1718: NEW BOOSTER STATION BS-171 AT WEST KUWAIT.

APPRECIATION OF BURGHAN AND GHABA NORTH OVER HEAD LINE (OHLs). PDO QAR AALAM SULTANAT OF OMAN.

SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

I am an experienced HSE ENGINEER / HSE LEAD with 18+ years experienced in Kuwait’s Oil & Gas Organizations like Saudi Chevron (Joint Operation) JO-KGOC/KOC/KNPC/KIPIC Oil & Gas Operations & Maintenance in Major Projects in Petrochemical Refinery plant, Pipeline Constructions, Electrical and Instrumentation (E& I) and Civil Constructions under K- Company as a HSE LEAD in my recent position. I am involved in monitoring and Distinguished Lead HSE Professional with 18+ years of success in driving HSE excellence across mega Oil & Gas Projects, maintenance and Operations with KGOC-JO/KNPC/KOC and international EPCs. Expert in developing and enforcing HSEMS, regulatory compliance, and risk management frameworks to ensure incident-free operations. Highly skilled in controlling critical high-risk activities (confined space, deep excavation, LOTO, hot works) and ensuring flawless PTW compliance in challenging brownfield/greenfield environments. Demonstrated participant in Risk Assessment workshops such as JSA, HAZOP, SIMOPS etc., recognized for reducing incident rates and embedding a culture of zero harm. Trusted by stakeholders for delivering complex projects safely, on time, and to world-class standards.

My attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills ensures my accomplishment of construction projects to the standard set by the company. My verbal communication skills and positive attitude makes me an effective communicator with the team.

SKILLS:

Ä Proficient in identifying potential hazards, assessing associated risks, and developing strategies for mitigating or eliminating those risks.

Ä Proficient in auditing and inspecting workplaces to ensure compliance with HSE (Safety) regulations and standards.

Ä Expert in emergency response plans, procedures, and drills to ensure preparedness for accidents and disasters.

Ä Skilled in conducting thorough investigations of accidents and near misses to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.

Ä Skilled in collecting and analyzing safety data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Ä Capable of designing & delivering HSE training programs for employees at all levels.

Ä Strong leadership skills to influence and inspire others to prioritize safety.

Ä Able to analyze complex HSE issues, identify solutions, and advise outcomes.

Ä Able to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently, especially during emergencies.

Ä Capacity to work collaboratively with colleagues and cross-functional teams.

Ä Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey clearly HSE information.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (List experience chronologically from recent to old)

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Enshaat Al-Sayer General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

HSE ENGINEER

Sep 2025 - Present

KNPC – LM

Sabhan Depot

Project : Different Construction Works at existing Depots & Other LM Facilities

Contract No: LM/CPC/4391.

Project Description:

Scope of Work: The contract scope of works includes the different construction, procurement, testing, commissioning, handing over, renovation and rebranding of KNPC Petrol Filling Stations including all necessary support buildings, all relater mechanical, electrical and civil works, road pavement, fencing/ signage’s / lawn, plantations & irrigation system and installation of renewable energy (solar) system, construction of steel shelters/ car park shelter/ porta cabins, extension / modification of existing buildings / steel shelters / steel canopies, demolition & cart away of existing facilities, dewatering & treatment of contaminated soil and other different construction & modification works etc.

However, the actual works carried out shall be as per the Work Service Order issued by KNPC.

Roll & Responsibilities:

Ä Train and guide Contractor staff on implementing HSE policies, procedures & plans.

Ä Develop Emergency Response Plan for the project in line with the Company ERP requirements & implement the same at site.

Ä Regular HSE communication with all key personnel of the contractor and follow-up on safe work practices through regular site visits.

Ä Conduct and participate in Weekly/Monthly HSE Meetings at contractor level.

Ä Visit areas where work is being carried out and ensure that conditions stipulated in the Permit to work are being followed.

Ä Train employees for various authorizations such as permit to work system, confined space entrant/attendant and Gas testing authorizations.

Ä Prepare Shutdown Specific HSE Plan and communicate/demonstrate the same to work force.

Ä Prepare Risk Assessments of various critical activities such as Confined space entry, Welding & Cutting, working at height, blinding De-blinding, Crane operation, Hydro-testing etc.

Ä Manage/Supervise Contractor for adherence to the COMPANY HSE Policies, procedures, regulations, and international standards throughout the project stages.

Ä Develop and implement Contractor project specific Risk Management Plan

Ä Conduct audits/inspections based on established schedule as per HSEMS.

Ä Review / assess Sub-contractor pre-qualification documentations.

Ä Identify and address gaps between Client and Contractor HSEMS.

Ä Develop, review, monitor and ensure implementation of project HSE policies, procedures, plans and programs.

Ä Interface with Contractors HSE staff, CLIENT HSE department and project management team

Skills: Emergency Management · Safety Training · Permit to Work Inspection and Verification · HSE auditing · Electrical Safety · Maintenance Safety · Confined Space Safety. HSE audits and inspections

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Al-Ghanim International General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

HSE LEAD

Mar 2023 – Aug 2025

SA-CHEVRON JOINT OPERATION / FIELD / WAFRAH KUWAIT.

Project : Electrical & Instrument Maintenance Services

Contract No: JO/SC444/EM18.

Project Description: Electrical & Instrument Maintenance Services (SA-CHEVRON JOINT OPERATION / FIELD / WAFRAH KUWAIT)

Roll & Responsibilities:

Ä Maintain and help control daily HSE practices through regular checks of work sites, verify that hazards are identified, precautionary measures are implemented and relevant HSSE advice provided.

Ä Attended daily SIMOPS meeting to ensure full HSE compliance during work activities Site Safety In-Charge responsible for SIMOPS between other contractors, operations & maintenance.

Ä HSE programs and procedures are communicated to contractors, and regularly reinforced with, Maintenance, Operation & construction site personnel.

Ä Maintaining HSE records which included training, inspections of equipment’s, tool box record, work permits & Stop Work Authority.

Ä Promote safe working systems and procedures and monitor the proper application of the Permit to Work system and associated Job Safety Analysis / RA, and Review Sub-contractor related policies, plans, procedures and guidelines

Ä Participate as member of HSE site emergency response team, and emergency drill practices and advice to the designated Incident Control measures of emergency.

Ä Reporting and maintaining records of any accidents / incidents & near miss & conduct frequent compliance audits and inspections to confirm the effectiveness of HSE programs on critical operations / equipment and procedures at assigned location; present recommendations for improvement; and follow-up their implementation

Ä Regular Equipment Inspections as per WJO Requirements meet & maintaining tracking record.

Ä Ensure appropriate Medical First aid availability.

Ä Ensure checked Sub-contractors Tool Box meeting is conducted periodically as per schedule.

Ä Conduct PPE assessment & checked related approvals and standard are issued and used.

Ä Preparation of site emergency safety plan and HSE reports in order to assist HSE manager.

Ä Conducting safety internal audit of site and report to HSE Manager.

Ä Liaise with Engineers & Supervisors for scheduling and execution of the Services.

Ä Group communication, co-ordination with all concerned people and prepare safety reports

Ä Ensure safe working conditions for personnel and adhere to Client HSE norms, prepare & submit HSE reports.

Ä Prepare Safety Program / Monthly Activities Forecast.

Ä Ensure availability of appropriate Fire Fighting equipment, its serviceability and operation procedures

Ä Assist the Engineers / Supervisor to carryout risk assessment of the work / work area.

Ä Ensure company safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent and control hazards.

Ä Ensure KPI targets achieving and reporting on time.

Ä Conducting quarterly campaigns and promoting HSE Cultures on all levels.

Ä Conducting Incident Accident lesson learnt Meetings with Sub Contractors.

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Al-Ghanim International General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

HSE LEAD

Aug 2021 – Feb 2023

SA-CHEVRON JOINT OPERATION / PGP/ WAFRAH KUWAIT.

Project : Provision of Outage, Field & Shop Services of W501AA Gas Turbine, Generator &Switchgear

Contract No: JO/SC428/PG17.

Responsibilities:

Ä Maintain and help control daily HSE practices through regular checks of work sites, verify that hazards are identified, precautionary measures are implemented and relevant HSSE advice provided.

Ä Attended daily SIMOPS meeting to ensure full HSE compliance during work activities Site Safety In-Charge responsible for SIMOPS between other contractors, operations & maintenance.

Ä HSE programs and procedures are communicated to contractors, and regularly reinforced with, construction site personnel.

Ä Maintaining HSE records which included training, inspections of equipment’s, tool box record, work permits.

Ä Prepare programs and arrange participation training with HSE line management

Ä Participate as member of HSE site emergency response team, and emergency drill practice and advice to the designated Incident Control measures of emergency.

Ä Reporting and maintaining records of any accidents / incidents & near miss & Conduct frequent audits and inspections to confirm the effectiveness of HSE programs on critical operations / equipment and procedures at assigned location; present recommendations for improvement; and follow-up their implementation

Ä Ensure appropriate Medical First aid availability.

Ä Ensure checked Sub-contractors Tool Box meeting is conducted periodically as per schedule.

Ä Conduct PPE assessment & checked related approvals and standard are issued and used.

Ä Preparation of site emergency safety plan and HSE reports in order to assist HSE manager.

Ä Conducting safety internal audit of site and report to HSE Manager.

Ä Liaise with Supervisors for scheduling and execution of the Services.

Ä Group communication, co-ordination with all concerned people and prepare safety reports

Ä Ensure safe working conditions for personnel and adhere to Client HSE norms, prepare & submit HSE reports.

Ä Prepare Safety Program / Monthly Activities Forecast.

Ä Ensure availability of appropriate Fire Fighting equipment, its serviceability and operation procedures

Ä Assist the Engineers / Supervisor to carryout risk assessment of the work / work area.

Ä Ensure company safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent and control hazards.

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Al-Ghanim International General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

SAFETY SUPERVISOR / HSE TRAINER

Feb 2020 – Jul 2021

KIPIC / ALZOR REFINERY / KUWAIT.

Project : KIPIC Mechanical Maintenance Services (Chemical Handling in Units)

Contract No: CZ/REF/MT038.

Project Description:

Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company having units under Al Zour Refinery (hereafter referred as KIPIC) requires the services for “MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT AL-ZOUR REFINERY” in various units during Commissioning & Start up and for the one year after Refinery commissioning.

Roll & Responsibilities

Ä Maintain and help control daily HSE practices through regular checks of work

sites, verify that hazards are identified, precautionary measures are implemented

and relevant HSSE advice provided.

Ä Attended daily SIMOPS meeting to ensure full HSE compliance during work

activities Site Safety In-Charge responsible for SIMOPS between construction,

pre-commissioning, commissioning, operations & maintenance.

Ä HSE programs and procedures are communicated to contractors, and regularly

reinforced with, construction site personnel.

Ä Maintaining HSE records which included training, inspections of equipment’s, tool

box record, work permits.

Ä Prepare programs and arrange participation training with HSE line management

Ä Promote safe working systems and procedures and monitor the proper

application of the Permit to Work system and associated Job Safety Analysis /

RA, and Review Sub-contractor related policies, plans, procedures and guidelines

Ä Participate as member of HSE site emergency response team, and emergency

drill practice and advice to the designated Incident Control measures of

emergency.

Ä Reporting and maintaining records of any accidents / incidents & near miss &

Conduct frequent audits and inspections to confirm the effectiveness of HSE

programs on critical operations / equipment and procedures at assigned location;

present recommendations for improvement; and follow-up their implementation

Ä Advise on HSE, health and environmental policies and procedures.

Ä Conduct audits and inspections as per established HSEMS.

Ä Review / assess Sub-contractor pre-qualification documentations.

Ä Identify and address gaps between Client and Contractor HSE management systems.

Ä Conduct and lead accident / incident investigations at construction sites.

Ä Monitor and Manage EPC Contractor/Sub-Contractor Site HSE team.

Ä Interface with CLIENT HSE department and Contractor project management team for liaising site HSE issues.

Skills:

Internal Audits · incident investigations and recommendations · Risk Analysis · Construction Safety · HSE audits and inspections · Project HSE Implementation · Leading HSE Team.

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Al-Ghanim International General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

Safety Supervisor

Aug 2015 – 2018 Sep

KNPC/ MAB2 MINA ABDULLAH/CFP/ Kuwait.

Company Name

Position

Duration

Location

Al-Ghanim International General Trading & Contracting Co.W.L.L.

Safety Engineer

Oct 2018 – 2020 Jan

KNPC/ MAB2 MINA ABDULLAH/CFP/ Kuwait.

Project : KNPC CFP MAB2 / Technical & Laboratory Building Construction.

Contract No: C9FP-DI-DI1-K014.

Project Description: It is one of the strategic projects of Kuwait National Petroleum Company which aimed at upgrading and expanding the existing KNPC two refineries at Mina Abdulla and Mina Al-Ahmadi. The CFP will transform the two refineries into an integrated merchant refining complex that meets the diversified requirements of the world oil market. Carrying out the project will maintain high safety and environment standards in line with KPC directions. Total refining capacity of this complex after the CFP completion will go up to 800,000 barrels a day.