Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E.

Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E. Email and Phone Number

Associate Director @ Red Sea Global
Calgary, AB, CA
Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E.'s Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Canada
About Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E.

Accomplished Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) Professional with extensive track record of demonstrating excellence in QHSE Management System. Strategist with over 27 years of experience in having led multiple projects in all facets of Project Management Consultancy, Mega/ Giga Construction projects, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Process Safety and Aviation industries within QHSE. Visionary and a collaborative leader who places emphasis on teamwork, transparency, integrity, dedication, and commitment.Professional Skills Managed, monitored and implemented HSE and QMS programs for Mega/ Giga Projects. Supervised a team of more than 200 Safety Professionals with 25,000 manpower at peak. Implemented ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001, and ISO 14001 standards across Project/ Company. Developed and executed HSE & QMS policies & procedures across the Company/ Projects. Developed metrics and measured success in reducing incidents across Site/ Company. Monitored EPC Contractors and Sub-Contractors on HSE & QMS performance across Site. Conducted external Audits on HSE MS, QMS and Certificate of Recognition (COR). Analyzed incidents, near miss and violation trends and developed improvement plans. Conducted incident investigations, root cause analysis and developed corrective action plans.  Ensured legal compliance, developed leading and lagging indicators for Site/ Organization.Key Achievements Achieved 40 million safe man-hours worked without Lost Workday Case at Al Zour project. Received KIPIC CEO HSSE awards during the year 2017-18, 2019-20 and ASSP Gold Award. Rated as “exceeding expectations” for continuous five years performance, at Al Zour project. Developed and implemented score-based Aviation Risk Assessment System across OpsMobil. Implemented IVMS and reduced the vehicle accidents by 40% across OpsMobil. Received best Safety award from Imperial Oil for Western Canada Projects 2013 Safety Forum. Designed and implemented individual check-list based Behaviour-Based Safety system. Developed HSE procedures and COR certified Kentz Canada Ltd. with 98% score.  Received ADNOC HSE Award - 2010 for improving HSE performance at the operating Plant Received GASCO/ ADNOC best Contractor HSE award for the year 2018 at Bechtel. Developed incident reduction protocols and reduced recordable injury frequency rate by 24%. Awarded by PDO for completing 200 km pipe-line project without Lost Time Incidents.

Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E.'s Current Company Details
Red Sea Global

Red Sea Global

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Associate Director
Calgary, AB, CA
Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E. Work Experience Details
  • Red Sea Global
    Associate Director
    Red Sea Global
    Calgary, Ab, Ca
  • The Red Sea Development Company
    Associate Director
    The Red Sea Development Company 2022 - Present
    Saudi Arabia
    Red Sea Development Company’s masterplan covers a 28,000 square kilometre site containing an archipelago of 90 offshore islands and 200 kilometres of coastline. The first phase of the Red Sea project has awarded contracts of more than SAR 30 billion. › Oversee the development, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of TRSDC HSE Management System. › Monitor the effective implementation of TRSDC HSE Management system and HSE requirements in respective programs.› Consultation and support to management for reviewing HSE objective and KPI’s. › Lead critical risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, inspections and HSE training.› Provide site leadership teams with coaching, mentoring and give HSE technical support. › Enforce policies relating to Health, Safety and Environmental rules and practices in the workplace.› Review contractors Construction Phase HSE Plan, Emergency response plan, risk management as required. › Ensure the implementation of incident investigation process, appropriateness of corrective actions to prevent a recurrence.› Ensure that there is adequate liaison of TRSDC HSE requirements between TRSDC Contractors, Consultants and suppliers.› Contribute to the preparation of the functional budget and monitor financial performance.
  • University Of Kerala
    Research Scholar
    University Of Kerala Sep 2014 - May 2022
  • Wood
    Hse Manager - Project Managent Consultant (Pmc)
    Wood Oct 2016 - Oct 2021
    Kuwait
    Construction of Al-Zour Refinery of approx. $ 16 billion, in the role of Project Management Consultant (PMC) for KIPIC, which will process up to 615,000 bpd of Kuwait Crudes. Prime Contractor is Fluor, Daewoo, Hyundai (FDH) JV for two packages with more than 25 thousand manpower in peak, more than 28 Sub-Contractors and 250 Safety Professionals working at Site in 25 sq. kms.› Achieved 40 million safe man-hours worked without Lost Workday Case and Total Recordable Injury Rate of 0.028.› Received KIPIC CEO HSSE Awards during the year 2017-18, 2019-20 and GCC ASSP Gold Awards for HSE.› Reviewed/ Approved Contractor HSE plans and procedures and monitor implementation across the Project.› Ensured compliance with Company and project specific HSE requirements and external agencies like KEPA.› Promoted HSE Management System and Client requirements across the Project and lead by personal example.› Ensured that Contractor HSE activities comply with Company terms & conditions of the Contract and meet statutory regulations.› Liaised/ Coordinated HSE requirements with Client and Contractor/ Sub-Contractors across the Project.› Monitored Hazard and Risks associated with Contractor work activities have been identified, assessed and actions implemented.› Reviewed, compiled, and published HSE statistics and communicated to all management and Client on regular basis.› Ensured effective medical, first aid, occupational health facilities, resources, are provided and maintained at Site.› Coordinated/ Participated in Client/ External Audits and conducted and ensured corrective action and close-out.› Developed Site specific HSE procedures to address identified risks and challenges across the Project.› Coordinated and followed-up incident investigations to identify root cause(s) and advised to implement recommendations.› Coordinated and conducted HSE Interviews for all HSE personnel who are mobilised to Site as per Company requirements.
  • Joseph Consulting
    Sr. Qhse Consultant
    Joseph Consulting Jun 2016 - Oct 2016
    Calgary, Canada Area
    Lead Auditor for ISO9001, OHSAS18001 and ISO14001Certified External Auditor for Enform and ACSA for COR
  • Opsmobil Inc
    Manager, Hse (Corporate)
    Opsmobil Inc Sep 2014 - Jun 2016
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
    Reporting to QHSE Director, overseeing the HSE Management System for OpsMobil Operations including Helicopter and Fixed Wing Charter services. Hangers and facilities from Calgary to High Level in Alberta and Fort St. Johns in British Columbia.› Developed and implemented score-based Aviation Risk Assessment System across Fixed and Rotary wing aviation sector.› Collaborated and implemented incident reporting system and reduced the incident rate by 30% and vehicle accidents by 40%.› Designed a very effective journey management system and in-vehicle monitoring system (IVMS) for easy tracking and monitoring.› Established filing and tracking system for HSE as per Transport Canada Safety management system requirements.› Conducted internal and coordinated external Audits in accordance with Alberta Construction Safety Association COR certification.› Improved HSE management system in Aviation, Production and Surveillance divisions with good record keeping.› Managed HSE MS for all business units, processes, and activities in compliance with provincial and federal safety regulations.› Provided leadership regarding the implementation and administration of all Safety related initiatives and tactical processes.› Ensured that the key elements of the safety culture are consistent with the strategic Safety goals of the corporate organization.› Provided leadership and subject matter expertise to support teams in managing safety issues, including investigation of accidents.› Represented company in all Safety related matters, bidding, performing periodic job site inspections, and prepare reports.
  • Kentz Canada Limited
    Country Qhse Manager
    Kentz Canada Limited Mar 2012 - Sep 2014
    Calgary, Canada Area
    Reporting to the Global QHSE Director and overseen HSE Management System across the County. Major Projects handled – Kearl Oil Sands Project - Utilities Area - $ 175m, Tank Farm Area - $ 55m, Imperial Oil WCMP Multidiscipline Commissioning - $ 150m, Aurora Mine Relocation - $ 150m, Mildrid Lake Mine Relocation - $ 25m.› Received best Safety Video award from Imperial Oil Limited for Western Canada Projects 2013 Safety Forum.› Designed and implemented individual check-list based Behaviour-Based Safety management system.› Developed procedures and implemented COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification program with 98% score. › Implemented IMS (ISO9001, OHSAS18001 and ISO14001) and Company got COR certified in Canada.› Online prequalification Sites were set-up and maintained HSE & Quality requirements for bidding of projects/ contracts.› Conducted interviews for HSE and Quality personal, scheduled, and allocated Safety Personal for projects.› Participated in Country Management, Project Review and Progress and Kick-off Meetings on a regular basis.› Directed and coordinated strategic planning, organization, and execution of the HSE and Quality Management System.› Represented in Chairing Safety Committees, budgeting, forecasting, subcontractor pre-qualifications and training.› Conducted various campaigns and promoted Safety culture at various levels for incident reduction.› Prepared and presented Project HSE and Quality Plans for bidding and implementation HSE and Quality management system.› Conducted Audits, Inspections and Environmental assessments and risk mitigation strategies across the Country.› Liaised and communicated with Clients/ Prime Contractor on HSE issues including pre-qualification requirements, › Coordinated and participated in incident investigations, identifying root-causes, and taking corrective actions.› Prepared and distributed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to all vested stakeholders on a regular basis.
  • Adnoc Group
    Qhse Advisor/ Engineer
    Adnoc Group Jun 2008 - Mar 2012
    United Arab Emirates
    ADNOC Gas Processing (formerly GASCO) is a natural gas producing company of UAE. They are the major supplier of gas and related products, and manages 3,000km of pipeline network, 26 processing trains, and an NGL distillation complex.› Received ADNOC HSE Awards during the year 2010 for improving HSE performance at the operating Plant.› Implemented and monitored ADNOC/ GASCO HSE Management System across Plant and Contractors.› Supervised, coordinated, and monitored all programs related to Health, Safety and Environment and loss prevention.› Developed process safety, Site based programs according to ADNOC HSE guidelines for Operations.› Conducted Audits/ Inspections and recommended corrective/ preventive actions across Site/ Plant. › Coordinated and participated in HAZAN, HAZOP and HAZID studies to ensure HSE requirements in operating Plant.› Developed applicable HSE engineering procedures to ensure that state-of-the-art, cost effective methods are followed.› Coordinated and Participated in HSE Impact Assessment (COMAH, EIS & OHRA) and implemented recommendations.› Provided input for preparation of division/department Annual Capital and Operating Budgets for HSE.› Prepared annual plan for HSE, Conducted various HSE Campaigns, Inspections and Trainings on regular basis.› Coordinated and participated in incident investigate to identify root causes and eliminate re-occurrences.
  • Bechtel
    Dy. Hse Manager
    Bechtel Jun 2007 - May 2008
    Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) for Construction of Asab-2 Gas Plant, having cost of approx. $ 2.0 billion, managing Contractors with more than 7000 people working during peak time of the Project.› Received GASCO/ ADNOC best Contractor HSE award for the year 2018.› Developed and implemented incident reduction protocols and reduced recordable injury frequency rate by 24%.› Implemented project ES&H Execution Plan across the project and all subcontractors working in the Project.› Managed Subcontractors, pre-qualifications, attending kick-off meetings to ensure HSE compliance as per Contract.› Managed more than 10 Sub-contractors and 60 HSE personal across the project having more than 7000 manpower in peak.› Analyzed occupational Safety and Health hazards and developed methods of control, based on the trends. › Participated with Managers in departmental personnel planning, development, and employee performance evaluation.› Investigated incidents and corrective/ preventive action taken to prevent re-occurrence and to implement lessons learnt.› Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on HSE and waste management. Reports submitted to Client and Corporate.› Ensured regulatory compliance of ADNOC, local Fire & Safety and Insurance requirements and maintained compliance.
  • Dodsal E & C Pte Ltd
    Senior Hse Advisor
    Dodsal E & C Pte Ltd Apr 2007 - Jun 2007
    Qatar
     Setting-up, monitoring and reviewing of HSE management system, implementation status & effectiveness. Reviewing, updating & integrating the existing HSE management system in line with IMS requirements.  Compile reports, records & performances of HSE activities and report to the corporate.  Organize training /drill / competency enhancement programs.
  • Galfar Engineering & Contracting Saog
    Hse Advisor
    Galfar Engineering & Contracting Saog May 2005 - Mar 2007
    Oman
     Liaising with PDO safety department on all matters of HSE at site. Reviewing Project Policy, strategic Objectives, develop HSE procedures, activity plans etc. Developed project specific Quality & HSE plan and coordinated & implemented during project execution. Assisted in Risk / Incident, report deficiencies, recommend corrective actions and share learning points. Published monthly HSE performance reports, HSE newsletters, bulletin etc, Conducted regular HSE training, meetings, review etc to enhance awareness & improve company HSE standard. Participated in HAZOP studies, HEMP, risk assessment activities and provide HSE related inputs to management. Conducted HSE promotional & motivational program including safety contest, quiz, slogan etc.
  • Al Shafey Trading Est.
    Mechanical Engineer
    Al Shafey Trading Est. Aug 1992 - Jul 1996
     Planning and Scheduling of the projects and conducting regular inspections and audits. Developed and implemented ISO 9000 quality system in the company. Prepared quality manual, procedures and work instructions for the company in line with ISO 9000 requirements. Technical specifications and evaluation of commercial buildings and structures. Design, drafting & fabrication of structural sections in carbon steel, aluminum and other alloys. Overall safety implementation, identifying potential hazards, to take pro-active measures to control the same.

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Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E. works for Red Sea Global

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Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E.'s current role is Associate Director.

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Dr. Joseph Vijayakumar Ph.D., Crsp, M.Tech., Ncso, B.E. attended National Institute Of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Shivaji University, University Of Kerala.

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