Ahmed Korkar

• Serving as the Groups highest authority, I provided visionary leadership to strategically
drive the establishment and institutionalization of a comprehensive OHSEQ system with
Developed safety performance metrics to monitor and improve HSE outcomes
• Applied strategic management principles to build the framework from the ground up, while
successfully driving change management initiatives to actively embed a safety culture
across all sites
• Directed the ongoing redesign of firefighting protection systems (FLS), leveraging project
management methodologies and technical expertise to ensure critical compliance with
NFPA, UL / FM standards
• Functioned as the principal strategic advisor to the executive board, utilizing executive
influence and crisis management strategies to guide OHSEQ governance, incident response,
and business continuity plan (BCP)
• Spearheaded a digital transformation initiative by implementing an AI-Driven HSE
monitoring system using CCTV analytics to detect high-risk cases, integrating HSE data into
a centralized digital dashboard in collaboration with IT sector

• Utilized influence & stakeholder management to represent the organization in high level
governmental forums, shaping national safety policies and securing compliance recognition
at ministerial levels
• Strategically created a world-class EHSMS with 100% consistent execution, demonstrating
effective strategic implementation that resulted in a four-fold LTIFR reduction and zero LTIs
during new site construction
• Sustained ISO 45001 & 14001 certifications and embedded governance & risk management
frameworks by utilizing structured tools such as FMEA, eliminating government financial
liabilities through robust CAPA
• Managed the construction of industrial-scale effluent treatment plant (ETP) by applying
project management best practices and technical expertise, achieving 100% legal
compliance, and setting a benchmark for responsible manufacturing
• Provided strategic leadership and HSE integration guidance, including oversight of budget
management and P&L, for business expansions and capital projects exceeding $100M in
assets and a 10, 000+ workforce
• Demonstrated sustainability leadership by leading the implementation of a plan to measure
carbon footprint and drive GHG reduction initiatives, resulting in measurable sustainability
improvements and efficiency gains

• Provided regional leadership for multi-country operations across Africa, standardizing
systems and achieving a unified HSE culture across 10, 000+ employees through effective
change management
• Integrated OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 into a consolidated IMS, leading 15+
compliance audits and driving improvement through governance & process management
• Reduced chimney emissions violations by 90% through the implementation of new
environmental controls
• Delivered extensive training & competency development HSE programs exceeding 20
hours/employee annually, utilizing Influence strategies to enhance competencies and
workforce engagement
• Applied process safety management (PSM) across cement and Maintenance operations,
enhancing operational resilience via robust risk management tools including FMEA and
HAZOP

• Executive leadership for OHS projects according to engineering, machine equipment safety
standard - MESS across 11 factories in Egypt, driving operational safety improvements
• Key member of a committee using crisis management and cross-functional Leadership to
create and validate a comprehensive crisis response and business continuity plan
• Secured an exceptional GEHSMS audit score of 980/1000 (98%) across AMEA, leveraging
Influence and compliance to earn a prestigious CEO safety award nomination.
• Drove a 400% improvement (change management, metrics-driven results) in the lost time
incident rate (LTIR) within three years (reducing it from 19.4 to less than 0.6), preventing 28
potential LTIR cases
• Successfully rolled out the behavior-based safety (BBS) program enterprise-wide via change
management to embed accountability-based safety culture

• Led the HSE rehabilitation program for Latakia Port, utilizing compliance leadership and
stakeholder management to guarantee 100% adherence to legal and governmental contract
requirements
• Designed a comprehensive EHS management system, applying program design and
standardization to align systems with company standards and ILO guidelines across 1, 000+
employees and multiple units
• Implemented safe handling and storage plans for dangerous cargo per the IMDG Code,
applying technical expertise and risk mitigation to significantly reduce high-hazard material
exposure

• HSSE Manager (Large-Scale Project Management) across all phases of a critical cement
production line construction /infrastructure project including high rise (Preheater tower),
successfully achieving 7, 000, 000 work hours without LTIs through the implementation of
rigorous OHSE protocols and comprehensive inspections
• Recognized for professional achievement and influence with an award for an outstanding
project case study and exceptional OHSE performance
• Supervised integrated security and HSE teams, demonstrating leadership in Asset
protection by controlling 100% of equipment, personnel, and material access to safeguard
project assets

• Served as Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), demonstrating Accountability and strategic
compliance by ensuring 100% adherence to ISPS and IMO regulations, and leveraging
stakeholder management through direct collaboration with vessel captains on HSSE
protocols
• Oversaw the complex handling and storage of hazardous materials per the IMDG Code,
successfully ensuring global EHSS compliance across port operations using advanced
technical expertise
• Led development program and change management to create a comprehensive HSSE
management system, including a robust contractor HSE management program, enhancing
facility HSSE awareness for 1, 500 staff
• Enhanced the comprehensive risk register and job safety analysis (JSA) sessions for all high
risk tasks, strengthening the facilitys proactive approach to hazard identification and Risk
Mitigation

• Achieved excellence in process management and risk mitigation within all kinds of permit to
work (PtW) implementation and risk assessment processes, effectively identifying and
mitigating workplace hazards while ensuring total compliance
• Commanded site activities using logistical and oversight Leadership and within Oil &
Gas/Offshore construction projects, overseeing comprehensive preparation of heavy and
marine equipment, ensuring safe and seamless project operations including OHSSE training
for all new hires