Mohammad Arshad
Muscat,Oman
Summary
NEBOSH-certified Safety Advisor with over 18 years of experience in Oil & Gas and construction and Maintenance projects, seeking a challenging role in a professional organization where can effectively implement HSE policies, conduct inspections and audits, control workplace risks, and promote a strong safety culture to ensure accident-free operations.
Highly experienced Safety Supervisor with extensive exposure to pipeline construction, maintenance, and oil & gas operations. Proven ability to enforce safety standards, conduct hazard identification and risk assessments, manage Permit-to-Work systems, and maintain excellent safety performance. Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with management and workforce.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HSE Advisor
Amal Petroleum Services
, Oman
08.2018 - 01.2026
- Monitor and enforce HSE compliance at construction and pipeline maintenance sites.
- Conduct daily Toolbox Talks (TBT) and ensure proper documentation and worker signatures.
- Ensure correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per job requirements.
- Carry out daily site inspections and correct unsafe acts and conditions.
- Ensure proper housekeeping, waste segregation, barricading, signage, and safe access/egress.
- Monitor excavation activities to ensure proper sloping, benching, and shoring.
- Verify valid third-party certifications for riggers, scaffolders, and operators.
- Coordinate emergency response procedures, evacuation drills, and firefighting arrangements.
- Maintain MSDS records for hazardous chemicals and ensure safe handling practices.
- Support Permit-to-Work (PTW) system and isolation procedures.
- Check over work methods and precautions with supervision before the work starts.
- Check the tools, equipment, and vehicles that will be used on site are maintained in good operating condition and have a monthly color-coded
- Identify the hazard and try to eliminate that hazard.
- Coordinate for emergency procedures.
- Check all the emergency contact number like clinic, ambulance, fire brigade, nearest hospital, police station, safety officer, safety manager number, must be written or available on the work site.
- Arrange emergency evacuation drill when required.
- Ensure arrangement of adequate Fire Protection and Fire Fighting System as per the job requirement.
- Follow approved method statements and work permits
- Ensure compliance with safety rules and HSE standards
- Use correct PPE for mechanical and hydro-jetting work
- Stop work in unsafe conditions and report hazards
- Maintain quality control documentation and checklists.
- Coordinate with QA/QC, safety, and operations teams
- Conducted regular audits and inspections to identify hazards and promote a safe working environment.
- Managed waste effectively, minimising environmental impact.
- Streamlined reporting processes, improving efficiency and transparency.
- Participated enthusiastically in corporate social responsibility initiatives, promoting environmental sustainability.
- Proactively engaged employees in health and safety discussions, fostering an open dialogue culture.
- Played key role in accident investigations, providing valuable insights for prevention measures.
- Promoted a positive health and safety culture within the organisation.
Mechanical Permit Holder – PDO Projects
Amal Petroleum Services
05.2007 - 07.2018
- Supervision of routine pipeline pigging activities in South Oman.
- Supervision of pipeline repairs including EGS repairs and coating repairs.
- Support during intelligent pigging operations.
- Maintenance of pig traps, isolation valves, and pipeline accessories.
- Planning and execution of new flow line construction activities.
- Supervision of pipeline commissioning and decommissioning activities.
- Emergency pipeline repairs, including installation of temporary leak clamps as per approved procedures.
- Ensuring full compliance with PDO HSE standards and permit requirements.
- Supervision of routine flow line tell-tale vent activity in Oman.
- Rectify valve type, size, pressure rating, and material as per drawings/specifications
- Inspect valves for damage before installation
- Ensure correct orientation (flow direction) during installation
- Perform valve installation, removal, and replacement safely
- Conduct pressure testing and leak testing of valves
- Operate manual and actuated valves during commissioning
- Maintain records of valve inspection and testing
- Ensure proper tagging and identification of valves
- Read and understand piping drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs
- Supervise pipe fabrication, alignment, and fit-up activities
- Ensure correct pipe supports, slopes, and clearances
- Coordinate welding, bolting, and flange alignment activities
- Conduct visual inspection and dimensional checks
- Ensure proper gasket selection and bolt tightening sequence
- Carry out hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing
- Identify and rectify leaks or misalignments
- Maintain piping inspection and test records
- Prepare hydro-jetting method statements and risk assessments
- Ensure isolation, depressurization, and draining of systems
- Select correct pressure, nozzle, and hose ratings
- Operate or supervise high-pressure jetting equipment safely
- Clean pipelines, heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels
- Monitor jetting pressure to avoid equipment damage
- Ensure proper disposal of wastewater and debris
- Enforce strict safety measures and PPE usage
- Record before-and-after cleaning condition
- Perform internal and external cleaning of piping and equipment
- Remove debris, scale, sludge, and foreign materials
- Ensure cleanliness standards before commissioning
- Coordinate chemical cleaning activities (if applicable)
- Neutralize and flush systems after chemical cleaning
- Inspect cleanliness visually or with bore scope
- Certify system cleanliness for handover
- Amal Petroleum Services is a PDO-approved contractor involved in pipeline maintenance and new flow line construction across Oman.
- Client: Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)
- Projects: C310810, C3111481, C3100000100, C3100000491
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic
Bhagalpur, Bihar, India10TH Board - undefined
Bihar school examination Board
PatnaSkills
- Compliance with HSE legislation
- Chemical handling safety
- Knowledge of industrial hygiene
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Familiar with PPE standards
- Fire safety regulations knowledge
- Hazardous materials handling
- Incident Management
- Regulatory compliance
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Compliance with hse legislation
- Contractor hse performance evaluations
- Root cause identification
- Safety culture championing
- First Aid trained
- Environmental awareness
Certification
- NEBOSH IGC 1 & IGC 2
- Diploma in Industrial Safety & Fire Management 2014-2015 (National Institute of Technical Training Jamshedpur, Jharkhand)
- Authorized Gas Tester (AGT)
- Permit to Work (PTW) Holder
PERSONAL DETAILS
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Arabic
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
- First Aid – American Heart Association
- H2S Awareness
- NORM Awareness
- Supervisor Leadership & Survival Training
- C.M.C Training
- Emergency Response & Fire Safety
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I assure that I will always uphold the safety standards and interests of the organization. (Mohammad Arshad)
Timeline
HSE Advisor
Amal Petroleum Services
08.2018 - 01.2026
Mechanical Permit Holder – PDO Projects
Amal Petroleum Services
05.2007 - 07.2018
10TH Board - undefined
Bihar school examination Board
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Polytechnic