Arnold Punzalan
Dubai,UAE
Summary
To provide and facilitate resources and skills in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) to the organization which will lead to integration of all documents, activities and implementation successfully complying with injury free environment together with safe work culture and within schedule project completion target. Experienced professional with focus on Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment in diverse industries. Deliver improved safety outcomes and compliance through robust understanding of regulations, risk assessments, and incident investigations. Facilitate continuous improvement by implementing best practices and fostering culture of safety excellence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
HSE ADVISOR
Kaprel Partition LLC
Dubai, UAE
07.2024 - Current
- Analysed industry-specific risks to optimise mitigative planning.
- Documented accidents and injuries in detail to enable future prevention.
- Implemented and monitored programmes intended to reduce environmental pollution.
- Supported compensation and rehabilitation plans for injured workers.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Investigated reports of injuries and near misses, testing equipment and inspecting work stations to locate hazards.
- Assessed workplace risks, educating workers on related laws and regulations.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Recommended measures to minimise exposure of workers to toxic environments.
- Prioritised health and safety when working on projects for clients across industries.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
HSE Advisor
Boom Construction Company
Doha
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Performs professional work in the review of detailed architectural drawings and construction plans for compliance with construction code requirements and legal standards; does related work as required
- Coordinates the design, permitting and inspection processes
- Works on a daily basis with contractors, owners, and developers to secure compliance with approved plans and permits
- Supervises, trains, schedules and evaluates employees responsible for enforcing codes and ordinances
- Maintains necessary records and reports
- Performs related tasks as required.
HSE Advisor
Gulf Consolidated Contractors
Doha
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Completed Projects under Gulf consolidated contractors: QN- 003 Roads and Infrastructure for Commercial Street (Client: ASHGHAL), Z-105-26/26/27 Runway / Taxiway Construction (Client/Location: AL UDEID American Air Base Doha, Qatar), SAMSUNG LAFFAN REFINERY (DHT PROJECT) (Client/Location: Qatar Gas), QAPCO MESSAIED (Location: Doha, Qatar), RasLaffan GC 11101700 (Client/Location: Qatar Petroleum Ras Laffan), Qatar Petroleum – Project 721 (Client/Location: Qatar Petroleum, Messaeid)
Transport Officer
Transmak Rental Company
Dubai
01.2008 - 01.2009
- To develop, implement and monitor Board Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Programs, and Procedures
- To assist the Board in complying with current health and safety legislation and/or regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the safety and health of learners, staff and visitors
- To establish budget proposals for the operation of the Occupational Health and Safety office and specific training programs
- To increase health and safety awareness at all levels within the organization
- To investigate and report on all serious/critical personal injury accidents occurring to students, staff and/or visitors to the appropriate senior official, and to assist in the investigation of all accidents/incidents that result in substantial damage to Board vehicles and property
- To assist the Board’s Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees
- To respond to fires and other emergencies on or about the Board property
- To coordinate registration and removal of hazardous waste
- To receive reports from and respond to orders issued by Department of Labor inspectors
- To arrange for Occupational Health and Safety testing and/or evaluations of the workplace by external agencies/consultants as may be necessary.
Safety Inspector
Ali Bunain Contracting Company
Jubail
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Project: Khursaniyah Gas Plant
- To develop, implement and monitor Board Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Programs, and Procedures
- To assist the Board in complying with current health and safety legislation and/or regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the safety and health of learners, staff and visitors
- To establish budget proposals for the operation of the Occupational Health and Safety office and specific training programs
- To increase health and safety awareness at all levels within the organization
- To investigate and report on all serious/critical personal injury accidents occurring to students, staff and/or visitors to the appropriate senior official, and to assist in the investigation of all accidents/incidents that result in substantial damage to Board vehicles and property
- To assist the Board’s Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committees
- To respond to fires and other emergencies on or about the Board property
- To coordinate registration and removal of hazardous waste
- To receive reports from and respond to orders issued by Department of Labor inspectors
- To arrange for Occupational Health and Safety testing and/or evaluations of the workplace by external agencies/consultants as may be necessary.
Safety Inspector
Island Air Products Corporation
Pasay City
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Scope of Responsibilities: Responsible for the generation of permits for the completion of construction activities on site in line with safety requirements of the project and under the general procedure of the “SSOW” – Safe system of work
- Attend daily meetings on the list of activities that need to be carried out by the discipline engineers
- Discuss the scope of each activity that needs to be carried out including the safety requirements
- Carry out the assessment of risk for the activities that need to be completed and classify them as either level 1 or level 2
- Generate reports and formats required for permit and forward to the construction manager for his approval of the permits such as Hot work permit, Hot work naked flame, cold work etc
- Appraise the client on the activity being undertaken depending on the stage of the project
- Ensure that every activity is carried out as per client’s procedures post award of permit
- Coordinate with the representatives if installation work is being carried out for adherence to client’s procedures
- Inspect work in progress to ensure qualified employees are carrying it out as well as the adherence of quality procedures
- Recall the permit if the above is not followed
- Revalidate permits, which are of long-term duration and reschedule work if required
- Coordinate with the areas in charge for work being carried out in their respective area.
Education
BS in Mechanical Engineering -
FEATI University
Manila, PhilippinesBachelor of Education -
Far Eastern University
Philippines /1990 - /1994
NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operation Safety Management - undefined
UK Department of the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
NEBOSH International Certificate in Health, Safety and Environmental Management - undefined
UK Department of the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
IOSH Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Course in Managing Safely - undefined
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Training Course in Safety and Health - undefined
U.S. Department of Occupational Safety and Health
BOSH Basic Occupational Safety and Health Training - undefined
COSH Construction Occupational Safety and Health Training - undefined
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Analytical
- Risk mitigation
- Safety inspections
- Training programs
- HSE
- Training programmes
- Continuous improvements
- Stakeholder management
- Hazard control
- Organisation
- Health and safety orientations
- Chemical engineering
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
Custom
I affirm that the information provided in this document is truthful and precise to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
HSE ADVISOR
Kaprel Partition LLC
07.2024 - Current
HSE Advisor
Boom Construction Company
01.2016 - 01.2017
HSE Advisor
Gulf Consolidated Contractors
01.2010 - 01.2015
Transport Officer
Transmak Rental Company
01.2008 - 01.2009
Safety Inspector
Ali Bunain Contracting Company
01.2005 - 01.2007
Safety Inspector
Island Air Products Corporation
01.1994 - 01.1997
NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operation Safety Management - undefined
UK Department of the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
NEBOSH International Certificate in Health, Safety and Environmental Management - undefined
UK Department of the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
IOSH Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Course in Managing Safely - undefined
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Training Course in Safety and Health - undefined
U.S. Department of Occupational Safety and Health
BOSH Basic Occupational Safety and Health Training - undefined
COSH Construction Occupational Safety and Health Training - undefined
BS in Mechanical Engineering -
FEATI University
Bachelor of Education -
Far Eastern University
/1990 - /1994
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