Ahmed Gamal Abdel Fattah
Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental Sustainability Senior Manager
6th of October City
Summary
Versatile experienced professional, specialized in Health, Safety & Environmental Sustainability (HSE) & process engineering disciplines within Oil & Gas as well as FMCG sectors, with prominent experience in design & implementation of organizations' safety & environmental programs & management systems. Demonstrated record of proficiency and hands-on knowledge in fostering safety culture and developing eco-friendly working environments. Currently holding the position of Group Safety, Health & Environment senior Manager at Edita holding; leading the roll-out of the HSE agenda cross five companies within North Africa, accommodating 7 manufacturing plants and a recognizable network for sales & distribution. Previously titled as safety shift lead in Egyptian Refining company; leading the shift safety team responsible for implementation of ERC occupational & process safety standards cross its industrial premises. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
SHE Senior Manager
Edita Holding Group
11.2021 - Current
- Championing & managing the implementation of the eREMS (Edita Risk & Environmental management system) across Edita group companies.
- Owning & managing SHE department budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
- Designing & executing occupational health & safety operational standards, policies and procedures for improving business results across production plants and distribution centers.
- Setting & cascading occupational safety & health and environmental sustainability goals, targets and KPIs for all companies.
- Initiating & leading sustainability programs, reducing waste, energy consumption, carbon emissions and promoting eco-friendly practices within company.
- Cooperating with Edita's financial sectors in securing grants and funding sources for vital environmental initiatives that benefited both the company and the community.
- Lead periodic auditing for plants to ensure abidance with the SHE eREMS systems, best practices and ISO 45001 & 14001 standards to avail the needed resources.
- Lead the major incidents investigation and tracking the implementation of appropriate corrective actions for all incidents
- Ensuring the company’s compliance to the local governmental Safety & Environmental regulations
- Responsible for developing the SHE policies and procedures to mitigate with international bodies ex. ILO, IFC World Bank, EBRD & ISO.
- Acting as the main liaison with external bodies including international organizations (ILO), insurance bodies, accreditation agencies to achieve the international standards implementation
Occupational Safety Lead
Egyptian Refining Company
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Advised management on safety considerations during organizational changes or expansions, mitigating potential hazards arising from new processes or personnel adjustments.
- Ensure the execution of the planned actions and targets as per the stated key performance indicators
- Investigate & report accidents, injuries, near-misses and environmental incidents, determine their root causes and follow up the implementation of corrective actions that comply with state safety national regulations and internal standards
- Leading daily shift activities regarding permits, performing risk assessments and participating in the job safety analysis
- Manage & assure that adequate task analysis and appropriate resources for risk mitigation are available for all planned routine & non – routine tasks
- Champion the development of staff HSE training needs and assure its effectiveness upon implementation
- Communicate & Report all process safety management system non-conformities, including design and operational issues to refinery manager and occupational safety manager
- Conduct HSE oversight of contractors’ activities, including preparations onsite, documentation needs and implementation of adequate precautions during conducted activities
- Verify the strength of protective barriers for preventing major incidents, including gas monitoring, leakage arrest, process safety standards, overrides and isolation processes
SHE Team Leader – SHE Group Manager
Edita Food Industries
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Leading the SHE team in Edita Plant E07, responsible for 50% of Edita’s production capacity, from 2016 to 2018, before being promoted to lead the SHE department across Edita’s group
- Developed team members' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
- Coordinated facility inspections with external auditors to ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Engaged with workforce through safety committees, promoting open dialogue and continuous improvement.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Process Engineer
ODENA (Offshore Design & Engineering LTD)
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for designing/modifying new process plants/equipment and existing ones (Green & Brown Fields), mainly the upstream FEED and detailed engineering projects for both local and international clients
- Preparation of Basis of Design documents
- Performing hydraulic calculations; line sizing, control valve sizing, pumps and compressors calculations
- Preparation of Process Flow Diagrams & Process & Instrumentation Diagrams
- Process Equipment sizing (Heat Exchangers, Separators)
- Preparation of equipment and instruments datasheets
- Preparing Process simulations via different simulation software; Aspen HYSYS & Aspen Pro II
- Attending the HAZOP & HAZID meetings for implementing the agreed amendments
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
QHSE Supervisor
Wintershall DEA Egypt
01.2011 - 05.2015
- Conducting Health and safety Inspections, Audits with the contractors to ensure compliance with RWE’s policies and standards
- Participate in setting risk assessments & safe working procedures for projects testing and commissioning phases
- Streamlined & participated in incident reporting processes, leading to faster response times and improved root cause analysis.
- Provide monthly reports to HQ and report deviations to QHSE management system, with time framed action plans and assigned authorities.
- Coordinating and attending daily HSE Meetings and operational meetings to onboard project management and improve safe working conditions during projects construction and commissioning phases.
- Planning and supervising emergency Mock drills, Fire drills, rescue drills at site level along with contractor representatives
- Reviewed contractor safety documentation to ensure alignment with company policies prior to project commencement.
- Established key performance indicators for monitoring QHSE progress, driving accountability and measurable results.
Education
BSc. - Chemical Engineering
MSc. - Business Administration
Expected
Skills
Organizational improvement
Certification
The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health, International Diploma NEBOSH.
Training
- Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness.
- Fire Fighting systems.
- First Aid Scenarios Training.
- Defensive and Safe Driving.
- Management of change.
- Security Threats Awareness Training.
- Authorized Gas Tester.
- PTW Management & Risk Assessment.
- HYSYS Hydrocarbon simulation.
- Primavera Project management System.
- Aspen Pro Simulation.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/06/86
- Nationality: Egyptian
Timeline
SHE Senior Manager - Edita Holding Group
11.2021 - Current
Occupational Safety Lead - Egyptian Refining Company
09.2019 - 11.2021
SHE Team Leader – SHE Group Manager - Edita Food Industries
06.2016 - 09.2019
Process Engineer - ODENA (Offshore Design & Engineering LTD)
05.2015 - 06.2016
QHSE Supervisor - Wintershall DEA Egypt
01.2011 - 05.2015
ESLSCA University - MSc., Business Administration
Cairo University - BSc., Chemical Engineering
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