Reyad Shady
Cairo
Summary
Professional QHSE Manager with over 15 years of dedicated expertise in the Oil and Gas sector, with a strong focus on offshore drilling and workover operations. Recognized for consistently fostering a proactive safety culture that significantly reduces incidents and ensures alignment with international standards, including those of Aramco and BP. Proven ability to develop and implement comprehensive QHSE strategies, lead thorough incident investigations, and drive continuous safety performance improvements. Demonstrates exceptional negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a strong record of accomplishment in formulating and optimizing safety policies that align with industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements. Highly capable of managing complex operations, overseeing safety budgets, and delivering data-driven insights through trend analysis and performance measurement. Adept at enhancing operational safety, mitigating risk effectively, and leading teams through high-pressure and challenging environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QHSE MANAGER
ADES
10.2018 - 03.2025
- Lead the QHSE department by ensuring full compliance with ADES and Aramco's rigorous safety and environmental requirements across multiple offshore rigs during workover & drilling and shipyard projects
- Plan, implement and evaluate safety goals and objectives
- Develop and implement bridging documents to align ADES safety procedures with Aramco standards to eliminate any discrepancies could arise during rig inspections and rig audits
- Advise and support on operational and process safety, enhancing decision-making quality for safety performance and improvements
- Execute and manage safety audits to identify areas for improvement and ensuring continuous adherence to ADES and Aramco safety standards
- Optimize resource allocation by efficiently managing the budget for safety initiatives, safety training, safety equipment as well as achieving financial objectives
- Prepare and present safety reports to top management from ADES and Aramco on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Monitor, evaluate and Deliver detailed monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports to clients, identifying trends in safety performance and incident frequency with actionable improvements when needed
- Lead incident investigations by myself or by delegation to identify root cause and implement corrective actions plans by applying and using TapRoot system
- Address and formulate action plans and regular internal audits for non-conformities identified during internal, external and client audits
- Managing the acceptance of new workover and drilling rigs to work for Aramco along with rig acceptance after shipyard project
PROJEC QSE MANAGER
Ensco
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed operations for the DS-6 drilling ship, ensured full HSE compliance with BP's stringent standards
- Supported and implemented a safety management system that reduced nonconformities identified during the corporate core value audit from 9% non-compliance in 2016 to 100% Compliance in 2017
- Provided full hands-on support during high-pressure operations, leading to highly recognition of safety excellence by BP senior management
- Promoted positive safety culture among local crew which resulted in the DS-6 drilling ship being awarded 'Rig of the Quarter' three times and 'Rig of the Year' in 2018
- The rig maintained zero LTIs and zero recordable incidents for two consecutive years. BP recognized this achievement with its prestigious Helios Award, highlighting the rig team's exceptional leadership in safety management.
Project QHSE Manager
Rowan Drilling Company
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Directed QHSE operations across multiple drilling projects in Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco, achieving 100% compliance through the consistent implementation of safety procedures and industry best practices.
- Led the strategic development and implementation of a focused safety initiative that effectively eliminated hand injuries across rig operations, achieving zero hand - injury incidents within three months.
- Initiated and led a three-month campaign, elevating safety KPI performance from 79% to 95% by promoting a strong safety culture among a diverse, multi-national workforce.
- Effectively coordinated multi-national teams operating across geographically diverse project sites, ensuring alignment with QHSE objectives and practices.
- Improved workforce safety awareness and engagement by conducting regular training programs and hands-on safety workshops
HSE Lead
Noble Drilling Company
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Focused on enhancing safety practices on a semi-submersible drilling rig, resulting in significant improvements in operational safety performance and lower incident rates
- Provided expert guidance in the development and application of safety protocols, safety training, risk assessment and improving compliance rates with the local area regulations and standards of the Client Company and Noble Company
SAFETY TRAINING COORDINATOR
Diamond Offshore
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Carried out targeted safety training programs that reduced communication barriers between national and expatriate staff, leading to a notable decrease in staff turnover and enhanced operational safety
- Fostered cross-cultural communication and teamwork, improving overall safety performance and collaboration among team members
CHEMIST / QUALITY CONTROL
Arab Co-Med for Pharmaceutical Products
Cairo
05.2003 - 05.2010
- Performed sampling and testing of raw materials, in-process products, and final goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Evaluated incoming raw materials daily to verify alignment with quality requirements and project specifications.
- Performed random sampling during production to monitor and maintain consistent quality throughout manufacturing.
- Inspected finished products prior to distribution, identifying and documenting any quality issues or defects.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Suffolk university
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Zoology
Mounofia university
NVQ Level 6 - Occupational Health and Safety DIP
ProQual
NEBOSH International General Certificate -
Skills
- QHSE project Management
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Positive safety culture promoter
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
- Safety Audits & KPI Reporting and designing
- HSE Program Development & Implementation
- Team Leadership
- Budget Management & Resource Allocation (HSE)
- Shipyard project (Overhaul) & Project start-up (new rigs and acceptance)
- Excellent communicator and negotiator
- Designing and conducting safety Training for both Juniors and seniors employees
Certification
- Lead Auditor: ISO 9001
- OHSAS 18001
- ISO 14001
- TAPROOT
- BOSIET
- Train of the Trainers (TTT)
- Working at height & Rescue at height
- Confined space entry & Confined space Rescue
- Permit to work & LOTO
- Dropped object prevention
Affiliations
IOSH
Languages
Arabic
English
Profiles - Linkedin
www.linkedin.com/in/reyadshady-0a2b6970
Personal Information
Title: QHSE Manager
Hobbies and Interests
Research and reading
Membership
Graduate Member of IOSH (Certified IOSH)
Timeline
QHSE MANAGER
ADES
10.2018 - 03.2025
PROJEC QSE MANAGER
Ensco
05.2016 - 09.2018
Project QHSE Manager
Rowan Drilling Company
08.2014 - 03.2016
HSE Lead
Noble Drilling Company
01.2013 - 06.2014
SAFETY TRAINING COORDINATOR
Diamond Offshore
06.2010 - 12.2012
CHEMIST / QUALITY CONTROL
Arab Co-Med for Pharmaceutical Products
05.2003 - 05.2010
Master of Business Administration -
Suffolk university
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry, Zoology
Mounofia university
NVQ Level 6 - Occupational Health and Safety DIP
ProQual
NEBOSH International General Certificate -
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