Reyad Shady
QHSE Manager
Cairo,GZ
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented QHSE Manager with over 15 years of specialized experience in the Oil and Gas industry, particularly in offshore drilling and workover operations, I have a proven record of accomplishments of cultivating a proactive safety culture that significantly reduces incidents and ensures compliance with international safety standards, including those mandated by Aramco and BP. I excel at developing and implementing robust QHSE strategies, conducting in-depth incident investigations, and driving continuous improvements in safety performance. With strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, I am adept at formulating and refining safety policies that integrate industry best practices and address evolving standards and stakeholder needs. Additionally, my ability to manage complex operations, budget for safety initiatives, and provide actionable insights through data analysis and reporting has consistently led to enhanced operational safety standards, effective risk mitigation, and the guidance of teams through demanding and high-pressure environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
QHSE MANAGER
ADES
Dammam, Alkhobar
10.2018 - Current
- 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
- 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
- Gas Tester
- Respiratory protection
- Manual handling
- HAZCOM
- First Aid
- Hazard Recognition
- Rigging and lifting
- Spill Prevention
- H2S
- Rig Orientation
- Scaffolding Erector & Scaffolding Inspector
- Fire Fighting
- Advise senior management on operational and process safety, enhancing decision-making quality for safety performance improvements
- Direct and manage comprehensive safety audits, leading to increased identification of areas for improvement and ensuring continuous adherence to safety regulations
- 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 for top management for ADES and Aramco on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Deliver detailed monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports to clients, identifying trends in safety performance and incident frequency, leading to actionable improvements
- Led incident investigations by applying Taproot to identify root cause and implement corrective actions plans and programs
- 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 projects
- Developed effective risk management strategies for hazard identification, assessment, and mitigation.
PROJECT HSE MANAGER
Ensco
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed operations for the DS-6 ultra-Deepwater drilling ship, ensuring full HSE compliance with BP's stringent standards
- Supported and implemented a safety management system that reduced nonconformities identified during the core value audit from 9% in 2016 to 1% in 2017
- Provided full support during high-pressure operations, leading to consistent recognition for safety excellence from top management
- Fostered a positive safety culture, contributing to the DS-6 drilling ship being awarded 'Rig of the Quarter' three times and 'Rig of the Year' in 2018, enhancing the team's morale
- Achieved zero incidents for two consecutive years, recognized with BP's prestigious Helios Award, demonstrating exceptional leadership in safety management
HSE LEAD
Rowan Drilling Company
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Directed QHSE activities across multiple drilling projects in Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco, achieving 100% regulatory compliance through consistent safety procedure and best practices application
- Led the development and execution of a safety campaign that eliminated hand injuries on the rigs, resulting in a reduction of hand injury and LTI rates to zero in 3 months
- Launched a three-month safety performance improvement campaign that increased safety KPI from 79% to 95% through enhancing the safety culture among diversified workforce
- Coordinated multi-national teams across different geographical locations
- Enhanced employee safety awareness through regular training sessions and workshops.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives in HSE processes, leading to more efficient operations.
- Managed waste disposal and hazardous material handling to reduce environmental impact and ensure proper disposal methods were followed.
- Reduced accident rates by conducting thorough risk assessments and hazard evaluations.
HSE SPECIALIST
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 - 12.2013
- Developed and conducted 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
06.2003 - 05.2010
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business
Sufolk
UKBachelor's Degree - Chemistry, Zoology
NVQ Level 6 - Occupational Health and Safety
NEBOSH International General Certificate - IGC
Skills
Offshore QHSE Management
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
Regulatory Compliance (ISO, OSHA, IADC, Aramco, BP)
Safety Audits & KPI Reporting
HSE Program Development & Implementation
Team Leadership & Staff Training
Documentation Control
Project Management (MBA)
Auditing skills
Designing and implementing Training programs
Strategic planning
Developing safety case
Designing and implementing Training programs
Strategic planning
Developing safety case
Certification
Lead Auditor: ISO 9001
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/01/76
- Marital Status: Married
Membership
Graduate Member of IOSH (Grad IOSH)
Affiliations
- IOSH
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Research and reading
Timeline
QHSE MANAGER
ADES
10.2018 - Current
PROJECT HSE MANAGER
Ensco
03.2016 - 09.2018
HSE LEAD
Rowan Drilling Company
06.2014 - 03.2016
HSE SPECIALIST
Noble Drilling Company
01.2013 - 06.2014
SAFETY TRAINING COORDINATOR
Diamond Offshore
06.2010 - 12.2013
CHEMIST / QUALITY CONTROL
Arab Co-Med for Pharmaceutical Products
06.2003 - 05.2010
Bachelor's Degree - Chemistry, Zoology
NVQ Level 6 - Occupational Health and Safety
NEBOSH International General Certificate - IGC
Master of Business Administration - Business
Sufolk