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About Candidate
To The Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the *HSE Engineer position at your organization.
With a Master’s degree in Environmental Science, a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, and over 10 years of UAE-based experience in occupational health and safety across multiple high-risk industries, I bring a robust and well-rounded approach to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Engineering.
I currently serve as an HSE Consulting Engineer at APG – Architecture & Planning Group in Abu Dhabi, where I provide HSE advisory and supervisory support across diverse projects. My role involves ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and international standards, leading safety audits and inspections, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance.
Over the years, I have worked with various reputable companies and major contractors in the UAE, gaining valuable experience in consulting and implementation of safety strategies across complex construction and infrastructure environments.
In addition to my practical experience, I hold the NEBOSH International Diploma-level 6, International Diploma in Safety Engineering-level 6, and a Diploma in Engineering Management, Nebosh IGC, ISO 45001 etc.. These qualifications have equipped me with advanced technical and regulatory knowledge, enhancing my ability to manage risks and ensure operational excellence on high-impact projects.
Key skills and achievements include:
*Proven expertise in implementing and auditing ISO standards (ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001) with a consistent track record of supporting clients in achieving and maintaining certifications.
*In-depth knowledge of UAE federal and local safety regulations, enabling effective compliance strategies tailored to local requirements.Successful development and delivery of risk assessments, HSE management plans, incident investigations, and emergency response strategies across diverse project sites.
*Led cross-functional safety audits, reducing incident rates and driving a proactive safety culture across organizations.*Delivered HSE training and awareness programs to multicultural workforces, improving engagement and safety performance at all levels.
I am confident that my background and skill set align with the goals and expectations of your organization. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to safety performance and would welcome a discussion on how I can add value to your team.
Thank you for considering my application.
Sincerely,
Chimenyi Umarou
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Contractor: YAS Projects Project Details: Construction and Completion of Three Community Majlis with Underground Multi-Use Facilities in Mohamed Bin Zayed City - Plot P2, Madinat Al Riyad - Plot P162 and Al Samhah - Plot P206, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Consultant: Specialist Engineering Consultants Client: SEVENE Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: • Monitoring and Risk Assessment: Regularly monitoring contractor activities for potential risks, performing risk assessments, and preparing risk-based inspection plans and reports (SOR, NCRs, Letters, prohibition notices & Emails). • Inspections and Audits: Conducting regular HSE inspections and audits as per the plan, including those for service providers and contractors. • Policy Enforcement: Enforcing health and safety policies to foster a strong safety culture. • Fire Safety: Carrying out fire safety inspections at site and advising on fire control and preventive measures. • Meeting: Conducting and chairing regular HSE performance meetings with contractor management representatives on weekly basis. And ensuring minutes of meetings and prepared and distributed to relevant parties • Ensure that any subcontractors or other persons appointed to work on the project / development are competent, in line with the requirements of ADOSH-SF – Element 3 – Management of Contractors. • Logistics: Ensuring site operates in compliance with the approved logistic plan; ensuring any logistics amendments take into consideration safety needs • Compliance Assurance: Ensuring that all properties and infrastructure meet the highest health and safety standards and comply with statutory requirements. (ADOSH-SF) • Cross-Departmental Liaison: Collaborating with other departments to ensure the HSE management system is effective and provide advice, training, and tools for HSE performance improvement. • Supplier/Contractor HSE Monitoring: Auditing the HSE performance of suppliers and contractors against contractual agreements. • Incident Management: Attending and investigating HSE incidents, accidents, and near misses, implementing corrective actions, maintaining records, and preparing trend analysis reports and ensuring reportable incidents as per the statutory requirements (ADOSH-SF) are reported by the contractor to the appropriate regulatory authority • Document Review and Approval: Generating, reviewing and approving all project HSE documents such as HSE plans, HSE enforcement notes and close out, Inspections, HSE Management Walk and Audit close out. Develop and implement an effective HSE proactive monitoring program. This includes joint inspection with Contractors, Audits, Quarterly audits, Fire safety audits, meetings, and presentations, in addition to producing all relevant HSE reports as per the client's requirements. • Permit Management: Reviewing and approving safety permits; work at height, hot work, confined space, lifting permit etc. and ensure adherence to approved PTW systems/procedures • Immediate Action for Unsafe Conditions: Taking immediate action in case of imminent risks and communicating with relevant stakeholders. • Training and Awareness: Identifying HSE training needs, delivering training and awareness programs to APG and contractor staff. • Service Provider Meetings: Arranging and conducting meetings with service providers and other Business Units as directed. • Legal Compliance: Monitoring legal compliance in the project and advising on deviations-Environmental and OH&S Compliances. • Holiday Coverage: Providing H&S coverage during holidays if required by operations. • Emergency Preparedness: Preparing emergency drill plans, tracking completion, and attending emergencies. • ISO Compliance: Ensuring compliance with ISO requirements and conducting internal audits. ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & 45001). • Performance Reporting: Monitoring HSE performance, gathering data, producing statistical reports (weekly and monthly). • Documentation: Ensuring adequate documentation of all H&S related reports with necessary approvals and regular updates
Contractor: Dhabi General Contracting Project Details | Scope: Building Construction of Sports Complex facility- 3Buildings G+F4 and outdoor playing ground)-Air Port Road, Abu Dhabi Client: Ministry of Interior (MOI)––Strictly confidential/non-disclosure requirements. Key Deliverables: Monitor the effective execution of HSE management system policies & operational control procedures in plans at the site as per standard necessities & best practices. Ensuring the compliance of security and confidentiality procedure as per client requirement. Advising on the implementation of risk assessments and safe methods of operation, supporting staff to conduct risk assessments. Monitoring the work operations and premises by coordinating regular checks and audits of the buildings and work practices, preparing reports and making recommendations for improvement as necessary. Assisting in the investigation process of cases of alleged personal injury/health and safety breaches and providing reports as appropriate. Providing advice on the health and safety training programs, including researching appropriate training solutions and recommending training programs to meet the needs of the Authority where necessary/required. Promoting and maintaining a culture which places the safety of staff, clients, visitors and workers first and aims to deliver a high standard of professionalism within the project. coordinating and attending health and safety committee meetings and providing advice as necessary -To prepare and circulate agenda and minutes. Devise and implement effective monitoring systems — both proactive and reactive — to enable the assessment of health and safety performance of the organization and, where necessary, stopping work that creates an unacceptable level of uncontrolled risk within the Project. Promoting health and safety awareness throughout the Project through active participation in committees, awareness campaigns and a visible presence throughout on a regular basis. Ensuring environmental compliance in the project Monitor the effective management of contractors and implementation of management of subcontractors as per HSE Plan.
Client: Abu Dhabi Municipality-ADM –MUSANADA (22nd August. 2021 – 28th Feb. 2023 Project Details | Scope: C1903 MBZ Roads footpath, signs and marking, relocation and protection of any existing utility lines that obstruct the construction of the roads, lowering or raising of any utility manholes/chambers, adjustment of manhole cover level that are existing within the road, footpath or ROW limits, storm drainage system, electrical works in substations, street lighting works, tie-in connections, the cable routes and the cross-carriageway cable ducts)- MBZ Zone 19,20,21,22,23,24 &25 Key Deliverables: Successfully support the HSE audit programs, conducted HSE audits, and revised HSE documents. Deliver and coordinate project HSE activities that affect employees, contractors, and visitors. Review and understand contractual & legal HSE obligations Carry out internal audits of worksites. Steer QHSE investigation and reporting and providing recommendations and corrective actions required. All incoming materials and vehicles are inspected as approved and recommended. Identify & report the hazards and upcoming risks and implement agreed control measures. Ensure the employers and on-site workers comply with safety legislation to lessen operational losses, occupational health problems, accidents & injuries. Monitored and assessed the hazardous situation I implemented a safe work permit system and conducted emergency planning job safety analysis, hazard analysis & accident investigation. Inspected the site to ensure it is a hazard-free environment. Proactively participate in daily meetings with supervisors to deliver recommendations. Promote safety practices at the job site. Verified that all tool equipment is adequate and safe for use. Please focus on the root of a problem by finding and resolving its root origin and providing simple solutions by attending critical meetings with process owners to discuss disturbed HSE issues.
• Exceed Precast Factory -(Precast production, storage & transportation) • Project: Al Dhafra Workers Village client: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan scope: Installation of precast panels, Parapets, boundary walls, Hollow Core Slabs, cladding etc. Consultant: Baladi Engineering Consultant • Project: Labor Accommodation at Al Mafraq client: Ghantoot Transport & Contracting Co. scope: Installation of precast elements Consultant: Arab Engineers Consultants Lead HSE Engineer – Precast Factory (UAE) Key Responsibilities: 1. HSE Leadership & Compliance Lead the implementation and continual improvement of the company’s HSE Management System in compliance with UAE Federal Laws, OSHAD-SF, AD EHSMS, and ISO 45001:2018 requirements. Ensure compliance with local authorities (e.g., Civil Defense, Municipality, MOHRE) and client HSE specifications. Develop and enforce site-specific HSE plans for precast production, yard storage, transportation, and installation activities. 2. Risk Assessment & Hazard Control Lead hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures for high-risk activities (e.g., concrete casting, formwork, crane lifting, loading/unloading, transport, and site erection). Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and ensure work permits are properly implemented for hot works, lifting, and confined space entry. Monitor control measures for dust, noise, chemical exposure, and ergonomics during production. 3. Incident Prevention & Investigation Establish proactive incident prevention programs and safety campaigns. Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, identifying root causes and ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Prepare and submit HSE incident reports to management and regulatory bodies as required. 4. Training & Competency Development Develop and deliver HSE training for staff, supervisors, drivers, riggers, and installation crews, covering both legal requirements and best practices. Ensure all personnel are competent and certified for specialized tasks (e.g., crane operators, forklift drivers, riggers, first aiders). 5. Safety Inspections & Audits Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of production areas, storage yards, transportation fleet, and installation sites. Lead internal HSE audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and client requirements. Verify safety compliance of all equipment, lifting gear, and transport vehicles. 6. Transportation & Installation Safety Oversee safe loading, securing, and transport of precast elements in compliance with UAE road safety laws. Coordinate with project/site teams to ensure safe erection/installation methods, crane positioning, and exclusion zones. Ensure lifting plans and method statements are approved and followed. 7. Emergency Preparedness Develop and maintain emergency response plans for fire, chemical spills, medical emergencies, and crane/lifting incidents. Conduct emergency drills in both factory and installation sites. Coordinate with local emergency services and Civil Defense. 8. Environmental Protection Implement environmental controls for dust suppression, noise control, and waste management in compliance with UAE environmental regulations. Monitor and control disposal of concrete waste, oils, and chemicals to avoid pollution. 9. Reporting & Documentation Maintain updated HSE records including permits, risk assessments, training logs, and inspection reports. Provide monthly HSE performance reports to senior management and clients.
Project Details | Scope: Construction of extension of Inter-Continental Hotel (2Towers, G-18)-High Rise Client: DCT-Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi Consultant: HALF Consulting Engineers
Project Details | Scope: Construction and commissioning of 3 Towers G+F20 at Khalidiya Client- ICT-International Capital trading Consultant: HALF Consulting Engineers Key Deliverables: As the Principal Contractor HSE Engineer, I planned, coordinate, supervise and oversee construction work in a way that prevents or minimizes impacts to the environment and risks to the health and safety of all persons at or near the work site during the work and as per HSE PLAN and Policy.


