ZAHIR MUHAMMAD

Experience

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  Various Organizations

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Multisite Inspections and Safety Training

  🔍 Overview:My career has been enriched with opportunities to conduct inspections and safety training across multiple prestigious sites and organizations in Iraq. This experience has honed my expertise in field inspection, safety audits, and adherence to international standards and SOPs.🛠️ Key Engagements:🏭 OMV Storage Yard, KCA Deutag, Taq Taq Operating Company, Daqing Oilfield, and others: Actively involved in extensive field inspections, safety audits, and compliance checks.🔎 Expertise in Field Inspection: Conducted detailed inspections, ensuring all procedures and equipment met the highest standards for quality and safety.🚧 Safety Audits: Performed comprehensive safety audits, assessing and ensuring the adherence to international safety standards and SOPs.🎓 Safety Training: Delivered effective safety training programs, enhancing the safety awareness and practices among the workforce at various sites. Show less

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  PTIS - Premier Tubular Inspection Services

  Jan 2008 - Oct 2011

  OCTG / NDT Inspector

  🌟 Key Responsibilities:🔍 Conducted comprehensive tubing and casing inspections, ensuring the integrity of critical components in the oil and gas industry.🧪 Performed MPI & DPT Inspections on drill collars, X-Overs, Subs, HWDP, and more.🌊 Utilized ultrasonic inspection for precise wall thickness measurements.🔍 Conducted welding inspections using AC YOKE with MPI INK and White contrast paint.🪚 Undertook refacing of tool joints of various sizes.🔧 Calibrated essential equipment such as black lights, AC yokes, lux meters, ultrasonic thickness gauges, drifts, calipers, gauges, thread profiles, and managed general equipment repair and maintenance.🔍 Expert in identifying different grades, weights, and connections of materials.🏭 Field & Shop Inspections:🏗️ Conducted field inspections of rig components including Mast, Raising Lines, Stabbing Board, Crown Block, Drilling Hook, Traveling Block, Brake Bands, Dead Line Anchor, Lifting Plugs, and more.🪛 Inspected drill pipes, B.H.A (Bottom Hole Assembly) tools, oilfield handling tools, stabilizers, roller reamers, directional drilling tools, fishing tools, and more.🪙 Oilfield Equipment:🏗️ Conducted shop and field inspections of oilfield handling tools like Elevators, Rotary Slips, Rotary Tongs, Safety Clamps, and more.🏭 Inspected Stabilizers, Roller Reamers, directional drilling tools (Anadrill), and MWD and LWD tools in the shop.💧 Ensured internal cleaning of tubing using rattler and hosing pipe, and external cleaning using a big angle grinder (buffing). Also, conducted internal and external cleaning of chrome tubing by water gun.🏋️ Lifting Gears:🪝 Conducted visual and thorough inspections of lifting gears, including slings, shackles, hooks, ensuring safety and compliance. Show less

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  Oilfield Supplies FZCO (NOV Tuboscope Licensee)

  Dec 2011 - Aug 2014

  Snr. Lifting and OCTG Inspector

  🌟 Key Responsibilities:🤝 Interacted with existing and potential customers across Iraq (North/South) to explore opportunities in NOV - Tuboscope Inspection Services (OCTG/BHA/Lifting Immersions/Drill Stem Components/Rig inspections).📜 Developed operational procedures aligned with Job Safety Analysis and Utilization Reports.💰 Prepared budgets for additional inspection equipment and crew.📊 Reviewed weekly and monthly operational reports, managing essential information.📋 Procedures & Standards:🏗️ Conducted physical asset/inventory counts on rig sites and bases, generating integrity reports for the Operations department.📚 Read and comprehended all procedures and specifications related to inspection.🏡 Maintained high housekeeping standards within the yard.🔧 Responsible for in-house calibration of equipment following company procedures.🔍 Equipment Inspection:🛢️ Conducted inspections in line with applicable procedures, specifications, and standards, reporting to customers while upholding quality standards.🚀 Performed a variety of inspections, including drill pipe visual inspection, OD gauging, MPI slip/upset & tool joints, UT Wall thickness measurement, and more.🏗️ Rig Inspection:🛠️ Inspected bottom hole assemblies, casing, tubing, and a range of drilling and rig equipment, ensuring safety and compliance.🏭 Conducted API inspections of substructures, masts, pins, and various rig components.🏋️ Lifting Appliances & Gears:🏗️ Carried out thorough inspections and proof load tests of lifting appliances such as mobile cranes and forklifts.⛓ Conducted visual and thorough inspections of all types of lifting gears, including slings and shackles. Show less

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  SGS Société Générale de Surveillance Holding (Deutschland) GmbH

  Dec 2014 - May 2015

  Snr. Lifting and OCTG/DEI Inspector

  🌟 Key Responsibilities:📋 Conducted meticulous inspections in adherence to applicable procedures, specifications, and standards, ensuring compliance with quality standards.👁️‍🗨️ Experienced in a wide range of inspection services, including ultrasonic thickness gauging, black light inspection, visual thread inspection, O.D gauging, threads profile, dimensional checks, and more.

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  SB Enterprises (Pvt.) Ltd (SBEPL)

  Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  Lifting Equipment Inspector

  🌟 Key Responsibilities:📝 Prepared documents in accordance with the LEEA Accredited training Scheme.📊 Actively involved in preparing documents for various audits, including LEEA full membership, LEEA Training Scheme, OCTG, Road Transport Pillars, HSE, and Training Courses Audit for prominent companies like Basra Gas Company, ENI, and Rumaila Operating Organization.🤝 Collaborated in management visits and audits of suppliers and sub-contractors, ensuring compliance and quality.👷‍♂️ Supervision & Safety:🏋️ Ensured that only registered crane operators, appointed riggers, and appointed signalmen participated in lifting operations, emphasizing safety.👁️‍🗨️ Coordinated and supervised all lifting activities, aligning with regulations and safety procedures.🧰 Inspected methods and techniques for safe cargo rigging, conducting pre-operation briefings for lifting teams.🚫 Addressed unsafe conditions promptly, taking measures to rectify them for safe lifting operations.🤝 Supervised employees and contractors, managing job assignments, workload monitoring, and providing constructive feedback.🔍 Equipment Inspection:🛠️ Conducted thorough inspections of various equipment, including mobile cranes, overhead cranes, boom trucks, forklifters, hand pallet trucks, electric hoists, and more.🪢 Inspected lifting accessories such as shackles, wire rope slings, web slings, chain slings, lifting beams, plate clamps, eyebolts, chain blocks, and jaw winches.🏢 Ensured the safety and functionality of equipment like steel pallet racks, MEWPS, and dock levelers.🤝 Customer Relations:🤖 Maintained strong customer relations by delivering high-quality and timely inspection services.🗂 Addressed customer concerns promptly and involved management when necessary. Show less

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  SGS Société Générale de Surveillance Holding (Deutschland) GmbH

  Jul 2016 - Mar 2018

  Snr. Lifting and OCTG/DEI Inspector

  🌟 Key Responsibilities:📋 Conducted meticulous inspections in adherence to applicable procedures, specifications, and standards, ensuring compliance with quality standards.👁️‍🗨️ Experienced in a wide range of inspection services, including ultrasonic thickness gauging, black light inspection, visual thread inspection, O.D gauging, threads profile, dimensional checks, and more.🛠️ Skills & Expertise:🧪 Performed bore scope tests, hardness tests, and positive material identification (PMI) as per requirements.📏 Operated precision measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, dial depth gauges, and micrometers.🔍 Conducted API and DS-1 category inspections of drilling tools, hoisting and handling equipment, ensuring safety and compliance.🤹 Managed site safety and the well-being of helpers and company assets, including drop objects surveys for accident prevention.🧑‍🏫 Trained newcomers in the field, fostering knowledge transfer.🛡️ Ensured safe working practices in OCTG operations, prioritizing safety.🌐 Conducted electromagnetic inspections (EMI-NEW TECH SYSTEMS TECHSCOPE EZW-II) of drill pipes and tubing.⛽ Performed LPG tank inspections and monitored PCP installations.🏗️ Reviewed new lifting equipment manufacturer documents and issued inspection certificates.🏋️ Conducted thorough inspections, load tests, and NDT (MT, PT) of lifting points, weldments of offshore containers, man riding, and cargo baskets.🧐 Responsible for periodic auditing and assessment of NDT and inspection personnel at customer work sites. Show less

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  Alaq Al Ezdehar Co. (AEC)

  Mar 2018 - Jul 2023

  HSE Manager / Lifting Supervisor/Trainer/Snr. Lifting Equipment Inspector

  🌟 Key Achievements:🛡️ Successfully minimized accidents and incidents by rigorously implementing and maintaining occupational health and safety procedures and policies.🚀 Provided essential occupational health and safety support to organization members, enhancing the overall safety culture.🎓 Training & Development:📚 Conducted specialized training and inductions, including investor HSE training, effectively training over 100 employees in occupational health and safety practices and legal obligations.📈 Identified and resolved various occupational health and safety issues, contributing to a safer working environment.📝 Administrative Responsibilities:📋 Maintained HSE manuals, forms, and formats, ensuring up-to-date safety documentation.🛠️ Ensured the inspection and maintenance of all lifting equipment, tools, and tackles.🛂 Implemented strict adherence to PPE usage across all worker and staff levels.🔬 Risk Management & Compliance:🕵️‍♂️ Led thorough inspections of a wide range of lifting accessories and heavy equipment, ensuring they met safety standards.📊 Managed Roo authorized operations and updated monthly lifting equipment inspection trackers.🤖 Technology & Coordination:🌐 Coordinated daily via Microsoft Meetings with Rumaila Operating Organization (ROO) managers for overhead crane maintenance.📈 Oversaw and updated maintenance trackers, ensuring efficient running of repair, refurbishment, and maintenance contracts.🔧 Supervisory Duties:🏗️ Supervised all lifting activities in accordance with regulations and safety procedures.📐 Inspected rigging methods for cargo, briefed team members on lifting plans, and ensured safe lifting procedures.👷‍♂️ Team Leadership:🌟 Led and supervised employees and contractors, ensuring efficient workload management and performance reviews. Show less

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  Tiqaneyat Al Taqaddum (ATC)

  Jul 2023 - now

  HSE Manager / Lifting Supervisor / Trainer / Snr. Lifting Equipment Inspector

  Bringing a dynamic blend of expertise in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management, lifting supervision, training, and senior-level inspection of lifting equipment to Tiqaneyat Al Taqaddum (ATC). I am passionate about fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement in industrial and construction environments.🛠️ Key Responsibilities:🚀 Lead and innovate in HSE initiatives, ensuring a safe work environment aligning with industry standards and legal requirements.🏗️ Supervise and coordinate all lifting operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational efficiency.🎓 Design and deliver comprehensive training programs in lifting operations, focusing on safety, equipment handling, and operational proficiency.🔎 Perform senior-level inspections of lifting equipment, ensuring they meet safety standards and operational requirements.🤝 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE practices into daily operations, thereby reducing risks and enhancing overall safety.📈 Develop and implement strategic plans for continuous improvement in lifting operations and safety protocols.💡 Key Achievements:Significantly improved safety standards, resulting in a notable reduction in workplace incidents.Successfully trained over 100 personnel in safe lifting operations and equipment handling, elevating team competence and operational safety.Recognized for meticulous inspection skills, contributing to the maintenance of high-quality and safe lifting equipment.🌐 Professional Growth:Committed to staying abreast of the latest trends and advancements in HSE and lifting operations. Actively participating in professional workshops and certifications to enhance my skills and knowledge in the field. Show less