Qaisar Shamsan
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in health and safety compliance, including Civil Defence, ADEK, and UAE standards. Demonstrates proficiency in conducting risk assessments, developing corrective action plans, and leading incident investigations. Skilled in emergency preparedness, evacuation drills, and safety audits. Adept at staff training through toolbox talks and overseeing facilities maintenance. Experienced in legal representation and regulatory liaison, with a focus on transport safety for school bus operations. Proficient in SAP CO and time management, leveraging Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to advancing safety standards while pursuing opportunities for continuous improvement within the industry.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Health & Safety Manager / PRO & Legal Representative
Good Will Children Private School
Abu Dhabi
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Lead all Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) operations, ensuring full compliance with Civil Defence and ADEK safety regulations.
- Conduct periodic risk assessments, internal audits, and facility inspections to identify hazards and implement mitigation plans.
- Manage emergency response planning, including fire drills and evacuation procedures.
- Train and orient staff on health and safety procedures, incident reporting, and hazard identification.
- Supervise facility maintenance teams and ensure timely execution of repairs and safety upgrades.
- Act as the school's legal representative, liaising with authorities on regulatory matters and financial audits.
Senior Administrator – Health & Safety & Transport
Al Baron School Bus Transportation
Abu Dhabi
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed day-to-day safety operations for school bus fleets transporting students across Abu Dhabi.
- Conducted vehicle inspections, enforced compliance with road safety regulations, and ensured proper use of child restraints.
- Investigated transport-related incidents and implemented preventive measures.
- Oversaw recruitment and training of drivers and transport supervisors with a focus on safety culture.
- Handled customer feedback, incident resolution, and ensured service quality standards were met.
- Delegated tasks efficiently, improving overall productivity in the process.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms for the company.
General Manager (Operations & Compliance)
Unique Travel & Tourism Agency
Abu Dhabi
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Led operational risk management and compliance for tourism activities and office facilities.
- Managed internal audits, budgeting, and customer service metrics.
- Ensured regulatory and safety compliance across all service areas.
- Implemented rigorous financial controls, improving overall profitability.
- Introduced effective cost control measures, reducing unnecessary expenditure.
Corporate Compliance & Risk Management Roles (Europe)
AT&T, Lenovo, Textile House
Slovakia
01.1995 - 01.2015
- Held various compliance, operations, and team management roles across major multinational firms.
- Led audit readiness, financial compliance, and reporting accuracy.
- Managed multinational teams and SAP-based systems for HR, time tracking, and cost control.
- Implemented risk controls and Six Sigma process improvements.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
Education
NEBOSH IGC – International General Certificate - Occupational Health & Safety
Engineer - Computer Science
Slovak Technical University
Skills
- Health & Safety Compliance (Civil Defence, ADEK, UAE Standards)
- Risk Assessments & Corrective Action Plans
- Incident & Accident Investigation
- Emergency Preparedness & Evacuation Drills
- Safety Audits, Inspections & Reporting
- Staff Training & Toolbox Talks
- Facilities & Maintenance Oversight
- Legal Representation & Regulatory Liaison
- Transport Safety (School Bus Operations)
- SAP CO
- Time Management
- Six Sigma
Certification
- Additional Training:
- Leadership I & II
- Time Management
- Six Sigma (White, Yellow, Green, Orange Belts)
Languages
English
Advanced
Slovak
Native
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Health & Safety Manager / PRO & Legal Representative
Good Will Children Private School
05.2023 - 09.2025
Senior Administrator – Health & Safety & Transport
Al Baron School Bus Transportation
01.2021 - 05.2023
General Manager (Operations & Compliance)
Unique Travel & Tourism Agency
07.2015 - 05.2016
Corporate Compliance & Risk Management Roles (Europe)
AT&T, Lenovo, Textile House
01.1995 - 01.2015
Engineer - Computer Science
Slovak Technical University
NEBOSH IGC – International General Certificate - Occupational Health & Safety
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