GAUTAM KRISHNA
Ajman
Summary
QHSE professional with 10+ years of UAE experience supporting fast-paced project environments, temporary structures, lifting operations, facilities, and aviation. Skilled in ISO 45001/14001/9001 systems, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, and contractor management. Strong track record working with authorities and ensuring safe, compliant, and uninterrupted project delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QHSE Manager
AIM FM Facilities Management by IMTIAZ & Al Sondos Holding
11.2024 - Current
- Successfully led the organization to obtain ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 41001 certifications for the Integrated Management System (IMS), ensuring alignment with international standards in Quality, Environment, Health, Safety, and Facility Management.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of comprehensive QHSE policies, procedures, and documentation across multiple departments, including risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety protocols.
- Managed and conducted QHSE audits, inspections, and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and company-specific standards. This included hot work permits, excavation work permits, confined space permits, and other relevant safety documentation.
- Enhanced employee safety culture through training programs, toolbox talks, and safety inductions, improving staff competence and compliance with HSE procedures across all operational areas.
- Coordinated the documentation control system, ensuring all records were meticulously updated and easily accessible in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
- Worked closely with senior management and contractors to ensure that work permits, risk assessments, and safety measures were implemented and maintained effectively during various on-site operations and maintenance activities.
- Reduced workplace incidents and improved risk management systems through the introduction of updated and robust HSE reporting mechanisms and corrective action plans.
- Played a key role in the development of emergency preparedness plans and led emergency response drills to enhance team readiness.
- Supervised and managed the QHSE department, ensuring the effective application of safety regulations and procedures throughout operations.
- Ensured the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances, contributing to safer work environments.
- Led the inspection and certification processes for equipment and machinery used across projects to ensure compliance with the highest safety standards.
- Managed the training schedule and safety awareness programs, including the induction of new hires and continuous professional development of staff.
- Provided support in emergency response planning and the creation of site-specific safety procedures for various operational activities, including work at height, confined space entry, and electrical isolation.
Engineer-HSEEQ, Head of SMS Post Holder
Enova Facilities Management
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Held the pivotal role of Head of Safety Management Post Holder in Sharjah International Airport for CAR- CNS, ensuring the rigorous implementation of ICAO/GCAA standards, while skilfully managing GCAA audits to maintain exemplary compliance levels.
- Proficiently crafted, maintained, and updated an extensive library of safety manuals, documents, and risk assessments, ensuring unwavering alignment with international aviation regulations.
- Orchestrated and conducted comprehensive Ramp safety inductions, and meticulously managed contractor site inductions, proactively minimizing risks associated with airside and landside operations.
- Provided adept leadership to a dedicated team of HSE Inspectors, guaranteeing that they were well-trained and equipped to execute their roles with precision and efficiency.
- Skilfully conducted root cause analyses for each incident, resulting in swift corrective actions and contributing to a safer work environment.
- Demonstrated exceptional capability in overseeing task risk assessments, encompassing Airside specialist activities such as Airfield ground lighting, Airfield civil works, and CNS systems, as well as landside Facility Management activities including Civil, Mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, Fire systems, and electrical systems.
- Proficiently conducted internal audits in accordance with ISO standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in safety, quality, and environmental practices.
- Supervised and mentored a team of HSE inspectors, providing guidance and fostering their professional development to ensure the highest level of performance.
- Effectively coordinated inspection activities, aligning them with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations for HSE inspectors and offered constructive feedback to support their growth.
- Ensured the quality and accuracy of inspection reports, maintaining adherence to established standards.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of standardized policies and procedures for HSE inspection processes, promoting consistency and efficiency.
- Led investigations into incidents, accidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Acted as a liaison between the HSE inspector team and regulatory agencies, industry groups, and other stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Kept abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to enhance HSE inspection activities.
- Expertly managed HSE inspection activities for high-profile events, including VIP and head of state visits, by conducting risk assessments and developing customized safety plans and procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE inspection activities into event planning and execution.
- Developed and implemented PPM QHSE Inspection checklists for Expo City Dubai and Tripod Inspection checklists for a children's park.
- Conducted emergency evacuation drills for rides and formulated procedures and checklists for effective drill management.
- Conducted internal Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, and Energy audits to monitor performance against Veolia standards and provide feedback to top management.
- Conducted training needs analysis to ensure staff competence.
- Prepared and presented monthly statistical reports to clients and top management.
HSE Executive
Tafawuq Facilities Management
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Conduct regular planned and unplanned safety inspections of facility, work operations, contractor's operations and write and issue detailed and comprehensive report to relevant parties.
- Conduct regular safety training for staff, contractors, and service providers. Audit the HSE Performance of the Service Providers.
- Conduct HSE Inductions and issue safety passes where required.
- Participate and contribute in safety meetings to review policies or procedures.
- Implement Risk Assessment management strategies and advise Management on the effectiveness of the same.
- Resilience and drive to meet the demands and pressures, including the ability to cope effectively at times of crisis.
- Participate in staff development programs such as skills enhancement trainings and similar sessions.
- Provide HSE Review of the contractor's submittals, ensuring that all risk associated with the Construction, Maintenance & Renovation of the Existing apartments & units shall be done within the predefined acceptable risk level and in accordance with the HSE Procedure & Process of OSHAD SF COP and local regulation of Abu Dhabi Municipality, Abu Dhabi Civil defence, and international code of practices.
- Participate in the final check out of new installations & system modifications and ensure that adequate training has been conducted for the new system.
- Ensure that the System in place abides by the UAE Legal Regulations and the Industry Best Practices. This includes Testing and Certification Requirements and Operator Competency Requirements.
- Provides Risk Management Plan that will anticipate Component Failure Related Risk that could adversely affect the Employees, Tenants, and Guest of multiple sites which includes High rise buildings, malls, Community with Residential villas, clinics, schools, parks, and museums.
- Identify all HSE Legal Requirements and Other HSE Requirements that are applicable to the highrise building, hotels, restaurants, malls, Community with Residential villas, clinics, schools, parks, Louvre Museums, and night clubs and ensure that these are met.
- Evaluate the Potential Emergencies and Crisis that could occur in multiple projects as mentioned above and develop an emergency preparedness and response plan for each possible scenario.
- Assist the HSE manager in liaising with Government Bodies on HSE matters.
- Conducting Incident Investigations to identify the Root Cause of the incident and proposing suitable corrective measure to the management to avoid reoccurrence.
- Track the Status of all HSE non-conformances with the HSE Management system to ensure the implementation of suitable corrective and preventive measures.
- Review the HSE Plans & Method Statement of the Event Contractors to ensure that all events abide by the HSE Regulations and Provide safety advice for the events held in the multiple projects.
- Organize Emergency Evacuation Drills like Fire Drill and Chemical Spill Response mock drills to evaluate the Current Emergency Preparedness and response Plan.
- To conduct inspection and enforce on safe work measures for fit-out works / maintenance work, check the condition of all protective facilities and equipment in the Tower.
- Review and approve the work permits for all high-risk activities.
- I have developed toolbox talks videos on different subjects to avoid in person meetings with Contractors, MEP, and housekeeping staff during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Conducted COSHH assessments for all hazardous substances in the facilities and ensure proper storage and labelling of hazardous materials.
- Chairing a HSE committee meeting in every project I am responsible for, following up on the close out of the issues raised with the relevant parties.
- I have achieved 90% compliance consistently for three years during client audits conducted by 4See auditing team and Provis QHSE department in multiple projects such as Al Rayyana, Sas Al Nakhl Village and Al Bateen Park Villas which are part of ALDAR.
- Created Toolbox Talks Videos on multiple topics to train the staff during Pandemic by sending them through WhatsApp and playing through projectors and TV.
- Created Visual Risk Assessment HSE posters to train staff on hazards, risks, and Control measures for all high-risk activities.
Fire & Life Safety Officer
Al Jaber Catering Services
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Supervise staff assigned to, enforce fire prevention regulations of the municipality of Abu Dhabi, provide education, divisional administrative support and investigate fires and explosions.
- Ensure enforcement of fire prevention by-laws, the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA codes and standards by assigning staff to carry out these duties.
- Manage the surveys of premises by enforcing fire prevention by-laws, the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA codes, standards, statutes, and the examination of building plans for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Co-ordinate the inspections of premises that require a license from the municipality or federal government in order to ensure fire safety.
- Examine fire scenes for the purpose of investigation of the origin and cause of the fire / explosion and report same to the QHSE manager / General manager.
- Responsible for the supervision of plan examination activities for building permit applications, inspections of premises, enforcing fire prevention as per the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA codes, standards and statutes and fire investigation activities.
- Conduct fire prevention inspection and enforce compliance with applicable fire regulations.
- Responsible for providing timely response to inquiries & preparing reports or assigned projects when required on behalf of the QHSE Manager / General manager and also internal and external clients.
- Maintain a records system and file all required reports with appropriate agencies.
- Review policies and procedures relevant to Fire Prevention and Life Safety, recommending additions, changes or revisions where necessary.
- Prepare reports as required for dealing with fire protection issues.
- Oversee the coordination of presentations, lectures, etc., on fire prevention to operational personnel & contractor(s) personnel.
- Maintain photographic capabilities and cause fire hazards and fire scenes to be photographed for permanent records and court purposes.
- Perform related work such as discussing the fire safety problems with the employees, contractors, building inspectors, etc., and speak on fire safety and fire prevention topics when required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Completed fire and life safety risk assessment for kitchens in Al Mafraq Camp.
- Conducted and Documented Job Safety Analysis for all Catering Services and facilities.
- Acted as an Auditee for Integrated management system audits from 2nd party (Al HOSN Gas) & Third Party (RINA).
- Developed Emergency Evacuation Plans and Procedures in line with NFPA 101.
QHSE Executive
Dulsco LLC
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Ensures implementation and continual updating of procedures and work methods in the airport cargo warehouse operations.
- Conducting risk assessments, workplace inspections, accident investigations and ensuring corrective and preventive actions are taken in agreed timelines.
- Training employees at all levels on a daily basis to ensure awareness is intact in regard to safe systems of work and standard operating procedures.
- Reporting of trends and analysis of incidents and accidents.
- Developing training content to deliver effective awareness sessions on health and safety related matters.
- Coordinating for compliance to health and safety regulations both airside as well as local regulations like Abu Dhabi EHSMS and UAE Labour Law.
- Liaising with airport authorities, Abu Dhabi police, Etihad Engineering Services, Etihad Cargo and other relevant agencies.
- Ensuring continuity of cargo operations by maintaining the health and safety standards in the workplace and availability of cargo moving equipment in reliable condition.
- Implementing best practices in waste management in all facilities managed by Dulsco. By following the hierarchy of waste control, segregation and disposal in the landfills.
- Abu Dhabi
- Fire protection systems requirements proposal and review of existing systems drawings to recommend changes required for the safety of people and facilities.
- Fire and Life safety integration into facilities management.
- Proposal of Inergen System for telecommunication and IT server rooms based on risk assessments conducted.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Health, Safety & Environment
International Institute of Management & Technical Studies
India09.2016
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) - Computer Science & Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
India07.2014
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance & Authority Interface
- HSE Audit & Inspection Management
- Fire & Life Safety Compliance
- Risk Management & Incident Investigation
- Integrated Management Systems (IMS)
Affiliations
- Tech-I.O.S.H., U.K.
- A.I.I.R.S.M, U.K.
- N.F.P.A., U.S.A.
- A.S.S.E., U.S.A.
Certification
NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management, UK, DI 1 & DI 2 – Jan 2026
NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health, UK – September 2014.
Integrated Management Systems Internal Auditor (PAS 99/ISO 9001/14001/45001) from TUV Nord – April 2020.
ISO 41001:2018 Facility Management System – Internal Auditor Training from TUV Rheinland
September 2021
The Abu Dhabi Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner Course, ADPHC/OSHAD – November 2015.
IOSH Managing Safely, UK – July 2014.
CIEH Level 2 Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Assessment, UK – July 2014.
ISO 14001:2015 LEAD Auditor Training Course - Certificate of Achievement by Bureau Veritas, Valid until Sep 2029
ISO 45001:2015 LEAD Auditor Training Course - Certificate of Achievement by Bureau Veritas, Valid until Oct 2029
Languages
English
Hindi
Telugu
Kannada
Timeline
QHSE Manager
AIM FM Facilities Management by IMTIAZ & Al Sondos Holding
11.2024 - Current
Engineer-HSEEQ, Head of SMS Post Holder
Enova Facilities Management
10.2022 - 10.2024
HSE Executive
Tafawuq Facilities Management
01.2017 - 10.2022
Fire & Life Safety Officer
Al Jaber Catering Services
03.2016 - 12.2016
QHSE Executive
Dulsco LLC
01.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) - Computer Science & Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Health, Safety & Environment
International Institute of Management & Technical Studies
Professional Certifications And Trainings
- NEBOSH Level 6 International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management, UK, 01/26
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health, UK, 09/14
- Integrated Management Systems Internal Auditor (PAS 99/ISO 9001/14001/45001) from TUV Nord, 04/20
- ISO 41001:2018 Facility Management System - Internal Auditor Training from TUV Rheinland, 09/21
- The Abu Dhabi Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner Course, ADPHC/OSHAD, 11/15
- IOSH Managing Safely, UK, 07/14
- CIEH Level 2 Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Assessment, UK, 07/14
- ISO 14001:2015 LEAD Auditor Training Course - Certificate of Achievement by Bureau Veritas, 09/29
- ISO 45001:2015 LEAD Auditor Training Course - Certificate of Achievement by Bureau Veritas, 10/29
Personal Information
- Passport Number: W7366305
- Date of Birth: 12/30/92
- Driving License: UAE Driving License for Light Vehicle
- Marital Status: Married