Godwin S A
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dependable Health and Safety Specialist with track record of improving workplace safety through different levels of programs to individuals and Offering significant experience in EPC Projects, Power Plant Maintenance ,Oil and Gas environments. Articulate communicator with individuals from all levels of organization. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Safety Specialist
General Electric
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
11.2019 - Current
- Introduced new safety initiatives and reported effectiveness to management.
- Increased safety audit score through improved on-site training, toolbox talks and clear support materials.
- Offered advice on health and safety to project management team.
- Maintained safety performance metrics and official safety records.
- Performed ongoing review of safety procedures and policies, implementing changes when necessary.
- Kept up to date on new health and safety legislation to comply with and improve construction safety standards.
- Conducted safety audits and risk analysis to maintain compliance with health and safety policy.
- Formulated health and safety documentation and guidance for emergency situations.
- Examined equipment and machinery for compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Implemented necessary staff training to improve health and safety standards in different scenarios.
- Performed risk assessments in line with safety guidelines and submitted reports for action.
- Facilitated safety meetings to review and revamp existing policies and guidelines.
- Took photos and measured noise, temperature and vibration levels to support submitted reports.
- Completed health and safety audits, monitoring performance against established requirements.
- Investigated incidents with diligence and care, suggesting operational improvements to prevent future issues.
Lead HSE Officer
Albanna Engineering LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
02.2015 - 11.2019
- Analysed Health & Safety statistics using software to identify trends and mitigate risks.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Delivered Health & Safety training to staff using online classroom management.
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Established rigorous health surveillance framework, monitoring impact of noise, vibrations and hazardous substance exposure.
- Collaborated with engineering to roll out major equipment overhauls for civil engineering projects.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
- Informed authorities about incidents to comply with mandated health and safety laws and regulations.
- Responded to enquiries and concerns of employees by providing safety instructions.
- Reduced accidents by building strong Health & Safety culture and communications.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
- Managed installation and disposal of substances to determine safety measures.
- Conducted Health & Safety investigations, including writing reports and following up on corrective action.
- Investigated accidents occurred in area to plan next course of action.
- Conducted site inspections to determine hazard-free environment.
- Examined tools, machinery and equipment to determine safety and adequacy.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Reviewed incidents and near misses and adapted Health & Safety training content accordingly.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
HSE Coordinator
Dubai Natural Gas-Dugas ( Enoc )
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Examined tools, machinery and equipment to determine safety and adequacy.
- Conduct Risk Assessments on activities within their department ensuring that the methods and systems of work are safe
- Reduced accidents by building strong Health & Safety culture and communications.
- Investigated accidents occurred in area to plan next course of action.
- Reviewed incidents and near misses and adapted Health & Safety training content accordingly.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Conducted Health & Safety investigations, including writing reports and following up on corrective action.
- Analysed Health & Safety statistics using software to identify trends and mitigate risks.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Delivered Health & Safety training to staff using online classroom management.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
- Conducted site inspections to determine hazard-free environment.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organization, fire drills and alarm response.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Responded to enquiries and concerns of employees by providing safety instructions.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
- Collaborated with engineering to roll out major equipment overhauls for civil engineering projects.
- Established rigorous health surveillance framework, monitoring impact of noise, vibrations and hazardous substance exposure.
- Ensure all employees and sub-contractors are suitably trained/competent to carry out the prescribed task and that the necessary licenses/certificates of competence are in force and appropriate
- Ensure the Statutory Notices, the Safety Policy, Insurance Certificate and the names of Appointed First Aiders are displayed and maintained in prominent locations
- Carries out analysis of accident / incident statistics, identifying trends and suggesting improvement plans
- Provides technical support to Senior Management on any safety related subjects
- Preparation of Health and Safety documentation for new tenders
- Provides Safety support and advice, including supervision on preparation of plans and procedures for initial contract start up activities
- Planning and Preparing shutdown requirements, Man power arrangements, rescue equipment's, Night & Day work arrangement's Maintain the ECC and CMC emergency truck and equipment firefighting PPE emergency communication equipment and gas detectors to meet the needs and requirements of the Emergency Response Team
- Reviews Contractor method statements EHS Plans and Tender Documents To maintain, improve and strengthen safety department specifically in the health and safety aspect in accordance with standard
- Statutory and regulatory requirements
- Take part in camp inspection, warehouse inspection (internal & external) and reporting the fire & safety related findings and also in sub-contractors yard, work procedure, documentation to ensure safe work practice is being carried out
- Preparation of monthly HSE inspection summary
- Eye wash station inspection according to the checklist for ensuring its performance
- Identifies any hazards unsafe situations and ensure work does not proceed until situation is made safe
- Conduct and present different programs like contractor pre- job safety meetings, tool box meetings, fire training first aid safe work permit Carry out audits for ISO 9000 ISO14000,OSHAS 18001,ISO 45001 and recommend corrective actions.
Junior Safety Officer
Hyundai Automobiles India Ltd
Chennai, India
09.2008 - 10.2012
- Regularly inspected facilities to ensure adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Promoted responsible health and safety culture across departments.
- Responded to reported emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Organised toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
- Reviewed incidents and near misses and adapted Health & Safety training content accordingly.
- Conducted intensive safety audits and investigated reported issues, accidents and near-misses, documenting findings appropriately.
Education
Engineer's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Birla Institute of Technology
India 12.2019 - 07.2023
Certification - NEBOSH IGC
NEBOSH
United Arab Emirates 11.2020 - 01.2021
Diploma - International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health
British Safety Council
UK 01.2022 - 03.2022
Diploma - Electronics and communication Engineering
Directorate of Technical Education
India 02.2015 - 10.2018
Skills
- Risk assessment & Hazard management
- Operational monitoring &Regulatory compliance
- Risk mitigation
- Continuous improvements
- Planning Training programs &Records/files maintenance
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Applying OSHA standards and codes
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Languages
English
Advanced
Malayalam
Advanced
Tamil
Native
Hindi
Advanced
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 70 Safety officers during shut down projects in oil and gas industry.
- Received Best performance awards in General Electric for health and safety implementation
- Managed multiple oil and gas and industrial projects in top most companies such as ENOC, ADNOC , DUGAS, EPPCO, EPCL, Horizon Terminal , Star Energy Oil Tanking ,DUBAL , EMAL.
- Managed multiple contractors with different discipline
- Managed different scope of works in oil and gas and power plant projects .
Certification
- OSHAD-Occupational Safety and Health- Abu Dhabi
- SARS-Safety Advisor Registration Scheme (Trakhees)
- Nebosh IGC
- Nebosh HSW
- OSHA
Timeline
Diploma - International Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health
British Safety Council
01.2022 - 03.2022
Certification - NEBOSH IGC
NEBOSH
11.2020 - 01.2021
Engineer's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Birla Institute of Technology
12.2019 - 07.2023
Senior Safety Specialist
General Electric
11.2019 - Current
Diploma - Electronics and communication Engineering
Directorate of Technical Education
02.2015 - 10.2018
Lead HSE Officer
Albanna Engineering LLC
02.2015 - 11.2019
HSE Coordinator
Dubai Natural Gas-Dugas ( Enoc )
10.2012 - 10.2014
Junior Safety Officer
Hyundai Automobiles India Ltd
09.2008 - 10.2012
- OSHAD-Occupational Safety and Health- Abu Dhabi
- SARS-Safety Advisor Registration Scheme (Trakhees)
- Nebosh IGC
- Nebosh HSW
- OSHA
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