OMAR KHALID YOUSIF

HSE Engineer
Abu Dhabi, AE.

About

Highly accomplished HSE Engineer with over 5 years of progressive experience across construction, oil & gas, and facilities management, specializing in developing robust safety management systems and driving compliance. Proven ability to significantly reduce risk, evidenced by a 30% reduction in site incidents and zero major violations on complex projects. Holds NEBOSH, OSHAD, OSHA, and ISO certifications, demonstrating a commitment to cultivating high-performance safety cultures in fast-paced, high-risk environments.

Work

Ejadah Asset Management
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HSE Engineer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Currently leads comprehensive HSE initiatives for high-profile residential and commercial facilities, ensuring stringent compliance, optimal safety, and operational excellence.

Highlights

Spearhead HSE audits, safety inspections, and daily walk-throughs across diverse residential and commercial assets, identifying and mitigating potential hazards to maintain a secure operational environment.

Deliver critical toolbox talks, induction programs, and refresher training sessions to internal staff and subcontractors, enhancing safety awareness and compliance across all levels.

Investigate safety breaches and near misses, developing detailed root-cause reports and implementing effective corrective action plans to prevent recurrence and improve safety protocols.

Monitor fire safety systems, contractor activities, and waste management, ensuring strict adherence to local regulations and industry best practices.

Contribute to a 30% reduction in total site incidents through proactive inspections and the implementation of structured safety programs.

Burtplace General Contracting
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HSE Engineer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Managed comprehensive HSE operations for multiple mid- and high-rise construction projects, including prestigious developments across Yas Island and Masdar City, ensuring stringent safety and regulatory compliance.

Highlights

Successfully managed HSE operations for high-profile construction projects including Bab Al Qasr Hotel and Ville 11/12, achieving zero major violations throughout project lifecycles.

Coordinated and executed emergency drills and evacuation simulations, enhancing overall team response metrics by 20% through structured training and preparedness.

Supervised the rigorous implementation of HSE plans, risk registers, and method statements across all active sites, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Reviewed and approved critical Permit-to-Work systems, method statements, and comprehensive safety documentation to maintain operational integrity.

Ensured consistent compliance with OSHAD-SF and ISO 45001 requirements through daily field inspections and proactive enforcement.

MSJ General Contracting
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HSE Engineer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Oversaw comprehensive site safety for large-scale residential and commercial construction projects, ensuring strict alignment with UAE HSE laws and achieving a record of zero lost-time incidents.

Highlights

Maintained exemplary HSE compliance for over 300 workers and subcontractors across multi-phase projects, achieving and sustaining zero lost-time incidents.

Conducted daily safety briefings, robust risk assessments, and comprehensive safety drills, significantly enhancing site-wide safety awareness and preparedness.

Analyzed incident trends to develop and implement targeted mitigation plans, proactively reducing potential hazards and improving safety outcomes.

Facilitated successful ISO compliance audits, serving as the primary liaison with external consultants and regulatory bodies to ensure continuous certification.

Contributed to training initiatives that reached over 100 site workers and engineers in HSE procedures, aligning practices with OSHAD and ISO standards.

Jobxl Construction Co. Ltd.
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HSE Officer

Khartoum, Sudan

Summary

Supported construction site safety by delivering essential training, monitoring daily operations for hazards, and maintaining meticulous safety documentation for auditing.

Highlights

Delivered impactful induction programs and daily toolbox talks to laborers and technical staff, fostering immediate safety awareness and adherence.

Proactively monitored daily operations to identify potential hazards and implement timely interventions, preventing incidents and promoting a safe work environment.

Conducted thorough equipment inspections, ensuring the proper and safe use of lifting and access tools across the site.

Maintained comprehensive safety logs, incident registers, and detailed inspection reports, providing critical documentation for compliance and auditing.

2B Opco Operating Petroleum Company
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HSE Officer

Khartoum, Sudan

Summary

Ensured safety and environmental compliance within drilling operations through rigorous audits, hazard identification, and incident investigation.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive field safety audits and environmental monitoring throughout drilling operations, ensuring adherence to industry standards.

Performed critical hazard identification and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to high-risk tasks, proactively mitigating potential operational risks.

Led Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) inspections and enforced strict compliance among all rig staff and contractors, enhancing worker safety.

Investigated incidents thoroughly, producing detailed reports, and facilitating the implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve safety protocols.

Education

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology & Research
India

Bachelor of Technology

Petroleum Engineering

Sudan University of Science & Technology
Khartoum, Sudan

Diploma

Petroleum Refinery and Transportation Engineering

Languages

Arabic

Native

English

Fluent

Certificates

ISO
Occupational Safety & Health Abu Dhabi (OSHAD)

Issued By

OSHAD

NEBOSH International General Certificate

Issued By

NEBOSH

OSHA Compliance Certificate

Issued By

OSHA

English Proficiency Program

Issued By

Stanford English Academy

Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work

Issued By

Highfield International

Skills

HSE Expertise

Risk Assessments, Safety Audits, HSE Planning, Incident Investigation, Emergency Response, Permit-to-Work (PTW), HSE Policy Implementation, Site Supervision, Contractor Monitoring, Compliance Enforcement, Fire Safety Systems, Waste Management Compliance, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Environmental Monitoring.

Training & Communication

Training Delivery, Toolbox Talks, Induction Programs, Safety Reports, Regulatory Coordination, Team Engagement, Documentation & Briefings.