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Saudi Arabia

Al-Khafji Governorate, Saudi Arabia

The current KJO setting has been established in 2000 as a joint operations company by ARAMCO Gulf Operations Company (AGOC) and the Kuwaiti Government, and later the Kuwait Gulf Oil Company (KGOC), to explore, develop, and produce from the oil and gas shared reserve in Al-Khafji area.As an Environmental Consultant for the Environment and Laboratory Dept. (ELD) my main responsibilities are to provide advice to the management of the department in planning, coordinating, and controlling the… Show more The current KJO setting has been established in 2000 as a joint operations company by ARAMCO Gulf Operations Company (AGOC) and the Kuwaiti Government, and later the Kuwait Gulf Oil Company (KGOC), to explore, develop, and produce from the oil and gas shared reserve in Al-Khafji area.As an Environmental Consultant for the Environment and Laboratory Dept. (ELD) my main responsibilities are to provide advice to the management of the department in planning, coordinating, and controlling the company activities in terms of environmental protection at all locations, as it is the direct responsibility of the ELD management to facilitate safeguarding the surrounding environment, particularly by:• Reviewing the Environmental Aspect Register for new facilities, and updating the old ones.• Reviewing and updating the Environmental Management System; and facilitating ISO 14001 implementation and certification for all the company facilities• Advising management on the responsible, safest, and feasible ways to conduct activities while eliminating or at least minimizing their impacts on the surrounding environment • Planning and supervising the conduction of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for new projects• Planning and conducting environmental audits and inspections, and following-up closure of raised issues• Facilitating mandatory environmental training for the company and contractors’ relevant employees Show less

Middle East

In association with NEBOSH Accredited Center # 335: RRC International (www.rrc.co.ae/about-us/rrc-training-centres/rrc-london.aspx), directly or through their Middle East branch in Dubai, as well as their sole agent in Sudan Bright On Training, Khartoum, Sudan (www.brighton-sd.com), 2014–PresentNEBOSH IEnvDip, EC, PSM, IOG, and IGC:Approved by NEBOSH as Tutor of these courses in association with the above-mentioned training centers, where train HSE professionals to gain these high… Show more In association with NEBOSH Accredited Center # 335: RRC International (www.rrc.co.ae/about-us/rrc-training-centres/rrc-london.aspx), directly or through their Middle East branch in Dubai, as well as their sole agent in Sudan Bright On Training, Khartoum, Sudan (www.brighton-sd.com), 2014–PresentNEBOSH IEnvDip, EC, PSM, IOG, and IGC:Approved by NEBOSH as Tutor of these courses in association with the above-mentioned training centers, where train HSE professionals to gain these high value specialized certificates. During my delivery of these, as well as the other training courses stated below, I effectively motivate and train different level groups of trainees from diversified backgrounds, and correctly guide them through these demanding, but worth the effort courses, using the most advanced and efficient techniques in adult training methodology for a dynamic and interactive approach to safety training, including stimulating the trainees thinking through continuous question-and-answers and brain storming, interactive participation of trainees through group discussions, team exercises, and competition, practical assignments, PowerPoint presentations, training videos, photos, quizzes, and mock examinations. Moreover, I utilize the motivation and confidence building skills I learned from the personal development training courses I got, such as Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Accelerated Reading, and Accelerated Memorizing.IOSH MS:Since approved by IOSH as a Trainer for IOSH Managing Safely Training Course in association with RRC International, train groups of professionals work in management and supervisory positions in different industries to gain this specialized certificate that is currently highly demanded. Show less

Al-Khobar Governorate, Saudi Arabia

STATERRA is an environmental and safety consultancy firm operated by professionals with diverse backgrounds and specializations provides consultation and technical services to the wide spectrum of Bahraini and Saudi industries. My main responsibilities were to provide consultancy services in environmental as well as safety management, and deliver certified safety and environmental management training courses as a NEBOSH-Approved Trainer. Our environmental consultation work was focused… Show more STATERRA is an environmental and safety consultancy firm operated by professionals with diverse backgrounds and specializations provides consultation and technical services to the wide spectrum of Bahraini and Saudi industries. My main responsibilities were to provide consultancy services in environmental as well as safety management, and deliver certified safety and environmental management training courses as a NEBOSH-Approved Trainer. Our environmental consultation work was focused on assessment of contaminated sites at Al-Jubail Industrial Area. I have provided training courses in collaboration with Althelim Group of Companies, KSA (www.althelim.com.sa), particularly through its Petroleum & Natural Gas Higher Institute of Technology (PNGIT). That was to companies such as Al-Khafji Joint Operations (KJO), KSA, and to walk-in clients from several Saudi companies, especially ARAMCO and Al-Jubail Industrial companies. Show less

Sudan

I managed directly a team of three highly qualified section heads (health, safety, and environment), and indirectly the rest of subordinate staff of 82 professionals.My main responsibilities were to participate actively in managing the company’s HSE Department with the manager by planning, coordinating, and controlling the company activities in terms of HSE at all locations, as it is the direct responsibility of the HSE management to facilitate safeguarding individuals, operations… Show more I managed directly a team of three highly qualified section heads (health, safety, and environment), and indirectly the rest of subordinate staff of 82 professionals.My main responsibilities were to participate actively in managing the company’s HSE Department with the manager by planning, coordinating, and controlling the company activities in terms of HSE at all locations, as it is the direct responsibility of the HSE management to facilitate safeguarding individuals, operations, equipment, and the surrounding environment.As the work involves man and resources management, and contractors’ control, I have developed extensive technical and managerial experience including mainly:My main consequent achievements as a leader of the HSE team include:• Contributed to reaching 4,000,000 safe man-hours by the Marine Terminal by 15 February 2014, since the last LTI that had taken place at 7:00 hrs of 21 June 2006.• Facilitated the company’s continuous maintaining of its Lost Time Injury Frequency (LTIF), Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), and Produced Water Quality records below the tolerance targets of 0.5, 1.5, and 7 ppm, respectively, and continuous exceeding of its Near-Miss Reporting, Hazard Reporting, and Management HSE Inspections/Audits (MHSEIs) desired targets of 350, 700, and 15, respectively• Exceeded the company desired target of 3,000 as a total number of trainees from line departments and relevant contractors participated in HSE training courses annually• Led GNPOC team that has participated in organizing the Sudanese Oil Industry HSE Forum 2010 and also 2011: consequently, GNPOC received Appreciation Awards from the Ministry of Petroleum (MoP).• Led GNPOC team that has successfully hosted the Sudanese Oil Industry HSE Forum 2010 at GNPOC Tower in Khartoum: consequently, GNPOC received an Appreciation Award from the Ministry of Petroleum (MoP). Show less

Khartoum, Sudan

In association with Complete Fire Design Solutions (CFDS), India (www.cfdsolution.com/nebosh.htm), facilitated by Quality & IT Experts (QUITE) Co., Khartoum, Sudan (www.quitesd.com/hse.html), 2012Management of Occupational health and safety at the workplace:Have developed and delivered a course in managing occupational health and safety at the workplace. The course focuses on international standards and systems for effectively managing health and safety responsibilities at any… Show more In association with Complete Fire Design Solutions (CFDS), India (www.cfdsolution.com/nebosh.htm), facilitated by Quality & IT Experts (QUITE) Co., Khartoum, Sudan (www.quitesd.com/hse.html), 2012Management of Occupational health and safety at the workplace:Have developed and delivered a course in managing occupational health and safety at the workplace. The course focuses on international standards and systems for effectively managing health and safety responsibilities at any workplace. This 80-hours course gives basic tools for new health and safety practitioners, as well as a good foundation for managers, supervisors and staff deal with health and safety issues among their day-to-day responsibilities.During my delivery of the sessions of this training course, I efficiently used the most advanced and efficient training methods mentioned above. Consequently, the Success Rate achieved by my last group of trainees was 88%. Show less

Sudan

Teamed with experts to accomplish environmental and hydrogeology projects under the umbrellas of the following two Companies:ALSAFA Environmental and Technical Services (www.alsafaenv.com)Conducted Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Seismic and Exploration Activities in Block A, of SudaPak Co., teaming with experts from Holland, Pakistan, India, Oman, and Sudan. This work has involved data collection; field investigation; surface water, groundwater, and soil… Show more Teamed with experts to accomplish environmental and hydrogeology projects under the umbrellas of the following two Companies:ALSAFA Environmental and Technical Services (www.alsafaenv.com)Conducted Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the Seismic and Exploration Activities in Block A, of SudaPak Co., teaming with experts from Holland, Pakistan, India, Oman, and Sudan. This work has involved data collection; field investigation; surface water, groundwater, and soil samples collection; and direction of analyses. It further included additional data collection, analysis, and interpretation; report writing and presentation; and communication with legislative authorities and the client.Based on my experience in both environmental consultancy as well as the petroleum industry, I made a good contribution to the study summarized as follows:• Documented groundwater-related baseline information by delineating aquifers geometry, characterizing aquifer/aquitard systems, and interpreting surface water and groundwater interaction.• Predicted impacts of intended activities on the subsurface.• Developed the suitable Environmental Management Plan (EMP) to conserve soil and groundwater resources.Darcy Engineering CompanyMy role with Darcy has involved participation in groundwater resources assessment, and required preparation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; and report writing. Accordingly, gained the following focused experience:• Visualized aquifer/aquitard systems in 3D models, maps, and cross-sections using the newly measured and interpreted resistivity data, in addition to the available gravity and borehole data, and accordingly identified potentially high groundwater-production zones.• Assessed regional groundwater quality based on available information and new resistivity data made, and accordingly predicted suitability of groundwater at the identified high potential resources/zones for domestic use and irrigation. Show less

Sudan

During my term with Petro-Energy, I advised the company management and personnel on how to carryout proper operations and simultaneously safeguard the associated individuals and equipment, as well as conserve the surrounding environment. Main experiences developed in this position include the followings:• Identified hazards and pollution causes that are associated with company activities and feasible ways to eliminate or at least minimize their impacts.• Advised company… Show more During my term with Petro-Energy, I advised the company management and personnel on how to carryout proper operations and simultaneously safeguard the associated individuals and equipment, as well as conserve the surrounding environment. Main experiences developed in this position include the followings:• Identified hazards and pollution causes that are associated with company activities and feasible ways to eliminate or at least minimize their impacts.• Advised company management on the impact of company operations on the health and safety of people and the environment, and the safest and feasible ways to conduct the activities. • Promoted and encouraged the use of plastic membrane as a liner in operation sites to protect the soil and groundwater from the impact of crude oil, produced water, drilling fluids, and treatment chemicals.My main achievements in this position were identifying the major gaps in the HSE Management System in terms of practice, facilities, and equipment and recommending best practice and/or feasible solutions, in addition to setting a clear system of HSE inspections and follow-up, supported by the necessary checklists, that used by the relevant staff. Show less

Sudan

The role, responsibilities, and hence resulting expertise here were similar to the current ones at GNPOC, except the number and size of operations and consequently the involved number of individuals, man-hours, and used sites were smaller, as APCO was at the exploration phase. The exceptional addition is that, and as a Management Committee (MC) Member, I have participated actively in managing the whole company with the other MC Members by planning, coordinating, and utilizing the company… Show more The role, responsibilities, and hence resulting expertise here were similar to the current ones at GNPOC, except the number and size of operations and consequently the involved number of individuals, man-hours, and used sites were smaller, as APCO was at the exploration phase. The exceptional addition is that, and as a Management Committee (MC) Member, I have participated actively in managing the whole company with the other MC Members by planning, coordinating, and utilizing the company resources to achieve its objectives. Both, HSE Department Management and MC Membership, involved man and resources management, and contractors’ control.My main achievements in this position included:• As the first HSE Manager for this company, I have established, teaming with my three subordinates, the HSE Department including the HSE Management System (HSEMS), and associated HSE awareness program, HSE training program, and their implementation.• During my tenure of three years and a half, we facilitated a safe work environment for the company’s and contractors’ employees leading to achieve our target of “Zero Fatality” throughout that period of time, the thing that was recognized and awarded by the Ministry of Petroleum (MoP) during the Sudanese Oil Industry HSE Day 2007. Show less

Ontario, Canada

I involved in research to assess the integrity of aquitards, assumed to be protecting underlying aquifers from contaminants, using hydraulic head and atmospheric tritium as tracers to identify the presence of fractures in clayey aquitards, and to study the behavior of contaminant plumes in fractured sedimentary rocks. In addition, I evaluated the use of environmental isotopes in hydrogeology. The work included field investigation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; use of… Show more I involved in research to assess the integrity of aquitards, assumed to be protecting underlying aquifers from contaminants, using hydraulic head and atmospheric tritium as tracers to identify the presence of fractures in clayey aquitards, and to study the behavior of contaminant plumes in fractured sedimentary rocks. In addition, I evaluated the use of environmental isotopes in hydrogeology. The work included field investigation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; use of numerical models; research-paper manuscript and report writing; and presentation delivery. In addition, the role involved contribution from results of the above-mentioned research to the material used in professional and postgraduate contaminant hydrogeology courses taught by Prof. John Cherry at the University of Waterloo and several institutes in Canada and the USA.My main achievement in this research position was demonstrating strong evidences through computer simulations that horizontal profiles of hydraulic head as well as atmospheric tritium show specific distinguishable patterns around the different type/depth fractures in aquitards. I published the results of my research at five scientific conferences and seminars. Show less

Ontario, Canada

Was involved in all stages of diverse projects including hydrogeological investigations focused upon environmental impacts caused by leaking buried fuel tanks or sewage treatment facilities, characterization of contaminated media at industrial sites, preparation of contaminant management plans, third party reviews of Ontario Power Generation environmental site assessment programs, and hydrogeological studies addressing the vulnerability of municipal water supply systems to surface water… Show more Was involved in all stages of diverse projects including hydrogeological investigations focused upon environmental impacts caused by leaking buried fuel tanks or sewage treatment facilities, characterization of contaminated media at industrial sites, preparation of contaminant management plans, third party reviews of Ontario Power Generation environmental site assessment programs, and hydrogeological studies addressing the vulnerability of municipal water supply systems to surface water influence.This role involved proposal preparation; field investigation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; and report writing and presentation, in addition to communication with legislative authorities and clients, scheduling, and budget management.Intensive experience was developed during this position tenure in currying the following tasks:• Determined the direct influence of surface water on groundwater resources using stable-isotopic, bacteriological, physical, and chemical signatures.• Assessed contaminated soil, surface water, and groundwater; identified sources and pathways of organic and inorganic contaminants and bacteria using hydrochemical and bacteriological investigations; and prepared contaminant management plans.• Delineated aquifers geometry using lithological logs, characterized aquifer/aquitard systems using hydraulic parameters, and developed hydrogeological conceptual models.• Assessed dewatering and deep-well systems interference with surrounding shallow wells and surface water features.My main achievements in this position were making the behavior of the unseen groundwater easy to be understood and hence considered by the members of the different teams I worked with, as well as by our clients during the fifteen major projects I involved in at different sites in Ontario; as well as noticeably enhancing the quality of reports. Show less

Oman

At SQU, I developed and taught a postgraduate (Hydrogeochemistry) and an undergraduate (Introduction to Geology II) courses. I carefully steered a mixed-ability master’s group through the most demanding course in the program; developed course outline and lecture, laboratory, and tutorial schedule; lectured and conducted laboratory and tutorial sessions, and a field trip (for the undergraduates); and prepared, administered, and graded examinations, assignments, and reports. In addition… Show more At SQU, I developed and taught a postgraduate (Hydrogeochemistry) and an undergraduate (Introduction to Geology II) courses. I carefully steered a mixed-ability master’s group through the most demanding course in the program; developed course outline and lecture, laboratory, and tutorial schedule; lectured and conducted laboratory and tutorial sessions, and a field trip (for the undergraduates); and prepared, administered, and graded examinations, assignments, and reports. In addition, participated in the Earth Sciences Sub-Committee for Monitoring the M.Sc. Program in Hydrogeology.In spite of this position being for one semester, I was able to make a very positive impact on my students, 30 undergraduate and 12 postgraduate, the thing that was highly praised by them as well as by the Department Head, as indicated in the formal evaluation.

Sudan

Managed the company’s groundwater division, as well as built teams for and participated in all stages of water supply, and groundwater resources evaluation projects. The roles involved supervision; field investigation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; as well as report preparation, and communication with clients and legislative authorities.Consequently, I gained hands-on experience in the followings:• Planned and supervised daily activities of drilling, well design and… Show more Managed the company’s groundwater division, as well as built teams for and participated in all stages of water supply, and groundwater resources evaluation projects. The roles involved supervision; field investigation; data collection, analysis, and interpretation; as well as report preparation, and communication with clients and legislative authorities.Consequently, I gained hands-on experience in the followings:• Planned and supervised daily activities of drilling, well design and installation, pumping tests, and water samples collection and submission to an accredited lab for chemical analysis, including: building teams for the different crews; car movement for logistics and different supplies; fuel and petty cash estimation and distribution; and approvals for receiving. • Described lithological logs, delineated aquifers geometry, designed abstraction wells for water supply including suitable screen depth-interval and openings, decided grain-size and estimated amount of gravel, and supervised installation.• Planned and supervised pumping tests and used resultant data to calculate aquifer and well hydraulic parameters manually and then using computer programs; characterized aquifer/aquitard systems using hydraulic parameters, and consequently recommended the suitable location and required drilling depth to reach productive groundwater zones, as well as the suitable pumping/abstraction rate to maintain the formation, well, and pump.• Assessed groundwater quality, and recommended location and depth of abstraction wells to pump potable water for domestic use and irrigation.My main achievements were delivering tens of water wells completed and tested in a scientific way to clients, as well as keeping a balanced focus on production as well as individuals (staff). Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Hydrogeology

Diploma, Japanese Language

Master'S Degree, Hydrogeology

Bachelor'S Degree (Honours), Geology