Dr. Venkatesan CSP, CMIOSH, IdipNEBOSH

Experience

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  Modern construction & Engineering

  Jun 2008 - May 2010

  HSE Advisor
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  Indfrag Chemical Pvt Ltd

  Apr 2010 - Apr 2011

  HSE Advisor
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  Nafal Contracting & Trading Co. LLC

  May 2011 - May 2013

  HSE Advisor
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  Descon Engineering Limited

  Dec 2013 - May 2014

  HSE Lead

  Short term Turnaround shut down work with various oil and gas plant in QATAR.

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  Petroserv Limited WLL

  May 2014 - Dec 2014

  Senior HSE Officer
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  ALTRAD INDUSTRIAL SERVICES UAE, CAPE / HERTEL

  Dec 2014 - Nov 2016

  Senior HSE Engineer

  - Obtained first ADNOC approval as HSE for the company, trained and mentored subordinates on skill development, collaborated with ADNOC, and achieved approval for others. - Managed projects in the western parts of Abu Dhabi, including the Takreer refinery maintenance contract, and four packages of the Carbon Black & Delayed Coker (CBDC) Project, and oversaw a team of ten safety experts.- Developed HSE strategies and objectives for the project and effectively implemented them through collaboration with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.- Established the first HSE business plan in line with ADNOC HSEMS for the Takreer refinerycontract, got ADNOC approval, and successfully implemented it. - Created first site Health management plan in accordance with ADNOC policy, assessed medical risks, monitored and interpreted medical conditions, and maintained records. - Oversaw client and resource management for the area; represented the project's MOM; and effectively carried out the requirements.- Implemented a comprehensive training, equipment inspection, and certification tracking system. - Conducted scaffolding training for ADNOC employees and other contractors and fostered a stronger rapport with a range of clients.- Coordinated workplace inspections to ensure equipment, materials, and industrial processes do not pose a safety or health risk to personnel. - Led team in inspecting and auditing camp, food hygiene, PPE, and site hazards. Created an accountable matrix and assigned responsibilities for implementing control measures to address findings. - Took part in industrial hygiene events at Takreer refinery, where knowledge of hazardous gas inspections, noise, and lighting was acquired and shared. - Executed a heat stress management strategy and carried out several creative initiatives to encourage staff adoption of the protocols and foster communication Show less

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  Caparol Arabia

  Nov 2016 - Mar 2020

  QHSE Manager & MR

  - Created, implemented, and successfully merged the ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems with the QMS system.- Performed an environmental impact assessment (EIA) for Category-B operations and obtained approval from the Dubai Environmental Authority for a new product/process. - Led a team of 10 internal auditors as the MR for system and product audits. In a single year, performed four internal audits and represented three external audits, including a municipality product audit and IMS system audits. - Developed and effectively implemented a Hazmat strategy for dangerous commodities, obtaining storage and handling permission from the authority. - Created training programs based on adult learning and reinforcement principles and achieved effective results.- Created fire load estimates, layout plans, explosive studies, and spill management for chemical storage and solvent.- Organized special events focusing on medical crises, work at height safety, and confined spaces in conjunction with contractors and third parties.- Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements by communicating, engaging, and influencing decision-makers and workers.* Check the recommendation section. Find the recommendation from my line manager. Show less

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  Emerson Automation Solutions

  Apr 2020 - Feb 2023

  EHS Manager- ISV/ ME region

  - As a head of the department for ISV- Middle East, led and mentored a team of 30 professionals across various functions including HSE, ESG, Lean, and Training (Learning & Development).- Led the management of change (MOC) program for all new projects, processes, equipment purchases, and existing modifications.- Led the team in conducting Quantitative Risk Assessment, FERA, and ENHESA audits on international regulations to address business risk and compliance with local and international authorities, as well as for FM Global insurance.- Developed and implemented 75 SOPs in FY20-22 on safety for various functions of the organization, performed audit to ensure the compliance.- A member of the gap analysis team responsible for evaluating the current system, business risk, and skill management considering company demands, local and global industrial trends.- Managed a $650K budget in FY20-22 for risk reduction strategies, safety improvement projects, operational safety assistance, and process enhancements.- Reviewed and adjusted the company's worldwide crisis, business continuity, and emergency plan and tailored to local firms with blend of local and international criteria.- First point of contact for BU's emergency preparedness, business continuity, and crisis management.- Developed a mentor idea and inventive training approach for a fast-paced setting, resulting in successful outcomes.- Led the Lean-safety team to improve process safety and contribute to value stream mapping and operations enhancements.- Developed tailored behavior-based safety initiatives, as well as trend and statistical analysis to determine the correlation and pinpoint the precise cause of the problems. Consequently, achieved superior results. -Achieved a historically low rolling 12-month average total recordable rate of .45 in FY21 with 1,321,966 man-hours worked, which is a 79% improvement compared to FY20, when the total recordable rate was 2.14 (before my joining) Show less