Emmanuel Nnamani HSE Manager
Abu Dhabi,AZ
Summary
HSE Professional with over 15 years of experience across construction, oil & gas, critical infrastructure, marine, and energy industries in West Africa and the Middle East. Proven expertise in developing and implementing sustainable health, safety, and environmental (HSE) cultures across diverse projects. Adept at risk assessment, accident investigation, contractor management, and HSE policy implementation to drive operational excellence and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6051
6051
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior HSE Engineer
Parsons International
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented HSE policies, achieving 100% regulatory compliance and improving operational safety by 25%.
- Led over 12 HSE audits and 50 inspections annually, reducing site hazards by 30% through targeted risk assessments.
- Directed a 10-member HSE team, fostering a safety culture that resulted in a 40% reduction in workplace incidents.
- Conducted 15 in-depth investigations of incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions that reduced recurrence by 20%.
- Managed 15 contractor HSE teams, reducing site incidents by 25% through strict oversight.
HSE Lead
Bureau Veritas
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Ensured 100% safety compliance in contract documents, reducing safety deficiencies across multiple projects.
- Advised on contractor safety resources, enhancing site safety leadership by 20%.
- Developed strategies that led to a 30% reduction in on-site incidents year-on-year.
- Led weekly/monthly HSE meetings, ensuring a 98% compliance rate with safety protocols.
Senior HSE Advisor
AECOM Middle East Ltd
Abu Dhabi, UAE
04.2015 - 05.2020
- Evaluated technical submittals for contractors, improving HSE compliance by 30%.
- Led over 40 project HSE meetings annually, enhancing communication and accountability.
- Analyzed site HSE trends, implementing risk mitigation strategies that improved safety performance by 25%.
Senior HSE Coordinator
Arabian Gulf LLC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
03.2014 - 04.2015
- Developed risk management plans that improved staff welfare by 20%.
- Conducted HSE training for over 200 site staff, increasing regulatory compliance by 19%.
- Established a health and safety committee, achieving 100% completion of action points.
HSE Advisor
Descon Engineering Company
Abu Dhabi, UAE
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Implemented project QHSE plans, improving compliance by 20%.
- Conducted audits ensuring 100% regulatory compliance, with no major non-conformities.
HSE Specialist
Talitrac Nig Ltd
Lagos , Nigeria
09.2008 - 01.2011
- Ensured full compliance with client and international HSE standards, reducing non-compliance by 10%.
- Trained 80+ workers, improving emergency preparedness by 20%.
Education
Diploma - OTHM Level 7 in Occupational Health and safety
Proqual
United Kingdom 01/2021 - 04.2023
Level 6 Diploma in OHS - Occupational, Health and Safety
NVQ
United Kingdom 02/2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Ambrose Alli University
Ekpoma, Edo state 03/2002 - 06.2007
Skills
- Incident & Accident Investigation
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Contractor Management
- HSE Training & Development
- Policy Review & Implementation
- Budget & Resource Management
- Tender Evaluation
- Team Leadership & Development
Additional Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
- Expertise in HSE performance tracking and reporting
- Knowledgeable in local and international safety regulations (ISO, OSHA, OSHAD)
Certification
- NEBOSH International General Certificate
- Certified Institute of Environmental Health, UK (CIEH Level 2 & 3)
- Advanced Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management (ADOSHEM) – UAE/India
- ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- OPITO H2S Training
- BOSIET / T-BOSIET Certification
Affiliations
- OSHAD Qudorat grade- A general practitioner Graduate member of IOSH( GradIosh) Specialist Member of International Institute of risk and safety management International Register of Certified Auditors ( RCA )Provincial Internal Auditor Member
Project Completed
- Hudayriyat Island Development Program – Abu Dhabi (Client: MUDON)
- NDT & Sub-Sea Structural Inspection of Al-Basra & Khor Al-Maya Oil Terminals – Iraq
- Development of Hail and Ghasha Artificial Islands – ADNOC, Abu Dhabi
- Mid-Field Terminal Project Construction – Abu Dhabi Airport (ADAC)
- Expo 2020 Project – Dubai
- Mediclinic Expansion Project – UAE
- Bawabat Al Sharq Phase 3 Villa & Infrastructure Development – BIDC
- Upgrading of Sector E-6 Project – Abu Dhabi Municipality
- New York University Saadiyat Island Construction – Mubadala
- ADCO BAB Infrastructure & Expansion Project – Habshan 5, Abu Dhabi
- Barakah Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP) Construction – Abu Dhabi.
Timeline
Senior HSE Engineer
Parsons International
06.2022 - Current
HSE Lead
Bureau Veritas
01.2020 - 03.2022
Senior HSE Advisor
AECOM Middle East Ltd
04.2015 - 05.2020
Senior HSE Coordinator
Arabian Gulf LLC
03.2014 - 04.2015
HSE Advisor
Descon Engineering Company
02.2011 - 03.2014
HSE Specialist
Talitrac Nig Ltd
09.2008 - 01.2011
- NEBOSH International General Certificate
- Certified Institute of Environmental Health, UK (CIEH Level 2 & 3)
- Advanced Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management (ADOSHEM) – UAE/India
- ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification (CQI/IRCA)
- OPITO H2S Training
- BOSIET / T-BOSIET Certification
Diploma - OTHM Level 7 in Occupational Health and safety
Proqual
01/2021 - 04.2023
Level 6 Diploma in OHS - Occupational, Health and Safety
NVQ
02/2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Ambrose Alli University
03/2002 - 06.2007
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