Steven Platts

Experience

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  FAST CONSORTIUM

  Mar 2015 - Sept 2016

  • Drive continuous improvement and operational effectiveness of safety programmes and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, effective utilisation of best practices, and enhanced productivity.• Work with all levels of management and staff with a focus on behavioural based training and mentoring, adding to an ongoing recognisably improved safety cultures while promoting a safe and excellent working environment that is aligned to working practices.• Conduct site safety reviews, guidance, assistance and advice to ‘Grass Roots’ level employees through interpretation of safety practices and procedures in relation to HSE programmes.• Provide ongoing monitoring of site worker /operative performance, conducting planned and reactive inspections, recommending actions to facilitate improvement.• Carry out regular audits • Provide assurance that the company HSE management systems are established, implemented and maintained in accordance with the requirements of the companies HSE policies and procedures and government HSE legislation.• Conduct & facilitate Incident and accident investigations to ascertain the cause of incidents, analyse the outcome and produce statistical data, KPI’s and reports for the Management teams to organise appropriate action.• Identify and report weaknesses, failures or opportunities for improvement in any aspects of company standards.• Ensure continuous improvements in safety performance is achieved by developing, reviewing and implementing effective, workable cost-effective safety processes and procedures; and by assisting in developing company expertise in safety management and strategic safety thinking.•Chaired weekly HSE progress meetings with sub-contractor management teams and project execution senior management.• Review and approve contractor’s health and safety plans, method statements and carry out Risk and potential hazard assessments, identifying issues and developing corrective action plans and procedures Show less

  • HSE Manager (Riyadh metro Project)

    Apr 2015 - Sept 2016

  • Senior HSE Engineer

    Mar 2015 - Apr 2015
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  STRABAG-ZUBLIN

  Sept 2016 - Sept 2020

  • Development, implementation and maintenance of HSE elements of the Integrated Management System (IMS);• Ensure HSE elements of the IMS are uniformly applied to all STRABAG | ZÜBLIN – ABU DHABI | DUBAI operations and address specific company, location, or project requirements;• Monitor operational location activities in respect of legal and other HSE compliance, and report to Top Management;• To fulfil the role of Authorized Management Representative (MR) in respect of HSE; Identify and communicate opportunities to improve IMS documents to Corporate Quality Manager.• To complete all HSE elements relating to Tenders;• Devise , implement and maintain HSE Elements of the IMS;• To establish and maintain Health, Safety and Environmental legal registers and complete compliance evaluation reviews;• To provide functional support to all operational locations in respect of HSE;• To drive Internal HSE Audit activities, assess Audit Reports, ANRs and Observations, and report findings and make recommendations to Top Management;• Devise, implement and maintain the Organizations HSE Training program;•Participate in Internal Audits or external audits conducted by STRABAG | ZÜBLIN – ABU DHABI | DUBAI third-party certification body;• To establish HSE related procurement requirements and to conduct technical evaluation and approve all related products;• Evaluate HSE manning requirements and lead HSE selection and recruitment process;• Train and mentor all HSE staff, conduct performance reviews and implement succession planning;• To attend all Client / Client Representative meetings• To ensure that all HSE related incidents are reported, recorded and investigated, to identify causes and corrective actions necessary to prevent recurrence;• To lead, or assist with the investigation of all serious HSE related incidents• To participate in all Management Review Processes.• Achieved LTI free man hours across all projects within the UAE• Prepare regional statistics reports Show less • Devise and implement Project HSE Plans and associated procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws• Development, implementation and maintenance of HSE elements of the Integrated Management System (IMS); • Ensure HSE elements of the IMS are uniformly applied to all STRABAG | ZÜBLIN – ABU DHABI | DUBAI operations and address specific company, location, or project requirements• Devise and implement Project Emergency Response Plans;• Ensure Project HSE legal register is maintained and compliance evaluation reviews are completed;• Evaluate / review work methodologies and preparation of suitable and sufficient risk assessments;• Devise and implement active site monitoring programmes to verify legal and other HSE compliance, report identified issues and provide guidance• Devise and implement Project HSE Training Program;• To participate in Internal Audits or external audits conducted by STRABAG | ZÜBLIN – ABU DHABI | DUBAI third-party certification body;• To drive Internal HSE Audit activities, assess Audit Reports, ANRs and Observations, and report findings and make recommendations to Top Management;• Devise, implement and maintain the Organizations HSE Training program;• To ensure closure of any non-compliances identified through Audit or inspection processes• Ensure closure of any non-compliances identified through Audits • Establish HSE related procurement requirements and to conduct technical evaluation and approve of all related products• Mentor contractor and subcontractor HSE staff as required;• Conduct HSE Team performance evaluations• Devise and implement HSE incentives• Attend all Client / Client Representative meetings• Submit all incident notification and investigation reports to Project Management, Clients and Corporate HSE Department;Conduct & facilitate Incident and accident investigations to ascertain the cause of incidents, analyse the outcome and produce statistical data, KPI’s and reports Show less

  • Corporate HSE Manager

    Sept 2017 - Sept 2020

  • HSE Manager

    Sept 2016 - Sept 2017
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  Adyard Abu Dhabi LLC

  Sept 2020 - Sept 2023

  Head of Health,Safety and Environment

  • Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of HSE elements of the Integrated Management System (IMS).• Ensure HSE elements of the IMS are uniformly applied to all ADYARD onshore and offshore operations and address specific company, location, or project requirements and ensure compliance to local legislative requirements. • Tasked with strategic leadership, budget management, continuous improvement, coaching, and mentorship and assurance deliverables.• Lead Internal Audits or external audits conducted by third-party certification body OSHAD / ISO• Ensure adequate HSE resources are deployed to support projects and departmental requirements.• Champion cultural transformation, create an environment where HSE is everyone's responsibility. • Chair Wellbeing and welfare committees. • Outline activities, resources, and budget requirements for Adyard's annual business plan. • Manage external HSE providers, Subcontractors. • Inputs into Business development process relating to HSE. • Production of yearly HSE plans and Yearly HSE audit plans and schedules. • Participate in Bids / Tenders on all aspects of HSE. • Maintain HSE system certification with governing bodies.• Prepare and issue monthly HSE statistic reports. • Lead the business unit training & mentorship requirements for HSEQ department employees.• Evaluate Subcontractors prior to award. • Lead incident and accident investigations, identifying root causes and identifying corrective actions. • Issue yearly personal KPIs to all employees.• Produce yearly company HSE targets & objectives. • Part of ALTRAD ADYARD senior leadership team. Show less

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  Descon

  Sept 2023 - now

  Chief Health, Safety & Environment Officer (CHSEO)

  Leading as the Chief of Health and Safety at Descon Engineering, my role is pivotal in driving the global health and safety initiatives within the company. With a rich background spanning over 20 years in various sectors. I blend technical knowledge with strategic leadership. This synergy is key to enhancing workplace safety standards and employee well-being across our international operations.As a member of the senior executive leadership team, I am instrumental in shaping company-wide policies, focusing predominantly on health and safety aspects, and aligning them with overall business objectives.Key Responsibilities: • Strategizing and overseeing global health and safety programs. • Compliance with international health and safety regulations. • Leading diverse teams across different regions. • Establishing and maintaining a strong safety culture throughout descon engineering. Show less