Manoj Kundala
Abu Dhabi,AD
Summary
Over 15 years of experience in occupational health, safety, and environmental management, providing strategic direction and support for comprehensive health and safety initiatives. Expertise in developing and implementing policies, training programs, and communication strategies to foster a culture of safety and compliance. Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and implement hazard control measures, significantly reducing workplace incidents. Strong track record of collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance safety performance and achieve regulatory compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Sr. HSE Engineer
PLC Contracting LLC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Lastly worked as a Lead Sr HSE Engineer in PLC Contracting LLC (Abu Dhabi- UAE) in North Nurai Island (Abu Dhabi-UAE) from 16th Dec'24 to 07th April 2025
- Improved safety procedures by conducting thorough risk assessments and hazard analyses.
- Delivered detailed reports on HSE performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making processes related to resource allocation and strategic planning efforts around workplace health and safety initiatives.
- Managed incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed comprehensive HSE training programs for employees, leading to increased awareness and adherence to safety standards.
- Enhanced communication between departments regarding HSE issues, fostering a proactive safety culture within the organization.
Deputy Manager- Safety
AFCONS Infrastructure Limited
Greater Male, Maldives
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Previously worked as a Deputy Manager- Safety in AFCONS Infrastructure Limited (Maldives) in Greater Male' to Thilafushi link connectivity bridge project, Maldives from 01st Aug'2023 to 29th Oct'2024
- Created and maintained a strong team culture that promoted high levels of collaboration, employee satisfaction, and overall performance.
Project HSE Engineer
Royal HaskoningDHV
Jafrabad, Gujarat
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Lastly worked as a Project HSE Engineer in Royal HaskoningDHV (Project Management Consultant) in SWAN LNG PORT TERMINAL JAFRABAD, GUJARAT from 01st Nov'21 to 19th July 2023
Asst. Safety Manager
TUV Nord India
VISAKHAPATNAM
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Lastly worked as a Project Safety Manager in TUV Nord India (PMC) in Dr.Reddy's Laboratories from 26th Oct '20 to 26th Oct'2021
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
Senior Safety Officer
Navayuga Engineering Company LTD
India
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Worked as a Senior Safety Officer in Navayuga Engineering Company LTD, India from 05th Jul 2018 to Jun 2020
- (Deepwater Dredging works & Jetties construction)
- Coordinated drills simulating various emergency situations such as fires, chemical spills, or natural disasters – improving overall preparedness levels within the organization.
Safety Advisor
Towell Engineering Services CO LLC
Oman
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Worked as a Safety Advisor in Towell Engineering Services CO LLC, Oman from 15th Feb 2016 to 22nd Feb'18 ( Oil & Gas, Power Plant construction and commissioning, pre-commissioning)
Safety Officer
Navayuga Engineering Company LLC
Qatar
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked as a Safety Officer in Navayuga Engineering Company LLC, Qatar from 12th March'15 to Jan'16
- (High-rise buildings & deep excavation)
Safety Officer
Du Gas
Dubai
04.2014 - 05.2014
- Worked as a Safety Officer in Du Gas (Dubai)
- Shutdown Project
- (Apr'14-May'14)
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
Safety Supervisor
Samata Constructions
VISAKHAPATNAM
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Worked as Safety Supervisor in Samata Constructions, Visakhapatnam (Hetro Pharma company) from (Feb'13- Mar'14)
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
Safety Officer
Amar Engineering
Visakhapatnam
04.2010 - 01.2013
- Worked as a Safety Officer in Amar Engineering, Visakhapatnam (HPCL Plant) from April 2010 to Jan'13
- (Oil & Gas- Maintenance and expansion projects)
Education
B. Tech - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
BPUT
India08.2010
Skills
- Comprehensive problem-solving abilities, quick learner, excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to deal with people diplomatically, and willingness to learn team facilitator hard worker Good at computers Work proactively and identify hazards in the initial stage
- Accident investigation
- Safety management systems
- HSE auditing
- Workplace inspections
- Safety training
- Risk assessments
- Incident reporting
Certification
- OSHA 30 hours Construction Safety Standards (2010), USA
- Diploma in Industrial Safety from SBTET (2021), Andhra Pradesh.
- NEBOSH IDIP -Level 06 (00270741)
- NEBOSH IGC- Level 03
- Lead Auditor ISO 45001:2018 – IRCA approved.
- IOSH MS version 3.1 UK.
- Integrated Management System Internal Auditor - ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007 & ISO 45001:2018. (DNV-GL)
- Certified on Principles of Risk Assessment (CIEH) Level 2 Award.
- OSHAcademy, certified on 132-Hour OSH Professional, USA.
- HSE with RIG PASS for Oil & Gas Land & offshore Certification from IADC USA.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Management -30 hours.
- Management of Change in Process Safety.
- Behaviour-Based Safety Management- 30 hours.
- First Aid and Fire Warden Certificate valid up to 10th March 2028.
LNGG
English
Hindi
Telugu
Timeline
Lead Sr. HSE Engineer
PLC Contracting LLC
12.2024 - 04.2025
Deputy Manager- Safety
AFCONS Infrastructure Limited
08.2023 - 10.2024
Project HSE Engineer
Royal HaskoningDHV
11.2021 - 07.2023
Asst. Safety Manager
TUV Nord India
10.2020 - 10.2021
Senior Safety Officer
Navayuga Engineering Company LTD
07.2018 - 06.2020
Safety Advisor
Towell Engineering Services CO LLC
02.2016 - 02.2018
Safety Officer
Navayuga Engineering Company LLC
03.2015 - 01.2016
Safety Officer
Du Gas
04.2014 - 05.2014
Safety Supervisor
Samata Constructions
02.2013 - 03.2014
Safety Officer
Amar Engineering
04.2010 - 01.2013
B. Tech - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
BPUT
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