Mushtaq Ali CertIOSH

As the HSE Manager at Al Harafi Construction Company, I lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems to ensure full compliance with local regulations, international standards, and client requirements. My role focuses on fostering a proactive safety culture, minimizing risk, and driving operational excellence across all projects and facilities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE plans and procedures for new projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct regular HSE audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure safe work practices.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and training to site teams to enhance HSE awareness and competency at all levels.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to integrate HSE requirements into project planning and execution.
• Monitor and analyze HSE performance metrics, preparing reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with governmental regulations, client specifications, and company policies.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response initiatives to safeguard people, assets, and the environment.
• Promote a strong safety culture through engagement programs, campaigns, and behavioral-based safety initiatives

As the HSE Manager for the Central Region at CWC, I led the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, and Environmental systems across more than 12 major projects, including Water Operations & Maintenance, Environmental Services, Wastewater (Plants & Networks), Bulk Metering, Groundwater Drainage Systems, and Green Riyadh initiatives. I ensured full compliance with regulatory requirements and client standards while strengthening safety culture and operational excellence across a workforce of 1, 000+ employees.

I managed and mentored a regional HSE team of 35 professionals, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and on-site support to ensure safe and efficient project execution. My role required strong coordination with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and key clients such as NWC, Ministry authorities, RCRC, and consultants.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions:
• Developed and implemented HSE plans and procedures for new and ongoing projects.
• Prepared weekly HSE statistics and documented incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Conducted monthly audits and weekly KPI reviews to drive performance improvement.
• Led weekly site walkthroughs to assess hazards, work practices, and compliance gaps.
• Held coordination meetings with project managers and HSE teams to review activities and action items.
• Organized safety campaigns on firefighting, confined space entry, and high-risk tasks.
• Coordinated HSE training for workforce, engineers, foremen, and HSE officers.
• Developed safe work guidelines and method statements based on job conditions and risk assessments.

Key Achievements:
• Strengthened overall safety performance across all regional projects through proactive monitoring and coaching.
• Enhanced workforce engagement and HSE awareness through continuous training and communication.
• Improved KPI performance, incident reporting accuracy, and the effectiveness of corrective actions.

As an HSE Engineer at FHC, I supported multiple high-profile projects including sewage treatment plants, water treatment plants, and major infrastructure works in MISK City and Diriyah, working with clients such as NWC, MISK, and DGDA. I was responsible for implementing and maintaining Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across all assigned projects, ensuring adherence to legal requirements, client expectations, and company HSE policies.

I played a key role in promoting a safe work environment by conducting inspections, identifying hazards, and applying effective risk mitigation strategies. My responsibilities also included training, incident investigation, and supporting audits to maintain the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities & Contributions

Ensured full compliance with client requirements, legal regulations, and project-specific HSE standards.

Implemented FHC’s HSE policies across sewage treatment plants, water treatment plants, and infrastructure projects.

Monitored safety performance and enforced compliance with project safety requirements.

Identified hazards and provided advice to mitigate or eliminate potential risks.

Conducted regular site inspections to ensure HSE objectives were achieved and maintained.

Participated in internal and client-led audits to support continuous improvement.

Ensured proper use of PPE and adherence to safe operating procedures at all times.

Performed daily project inspections and recommended corrective actions when required.

Conducted incident investigations, prepared reports, and recommended preventive measures.

Maintained communication with project management regarding safety performance and compliance.

Oversaw PTW (Permit to Work) compliance and delivered regular toolbox talks.

Developed and delivered safety induction programs for all new site personnel.

Provided training on emergency procedures, safety signage, PPE use, and incident reporting requirements.

• Undertake daily site inspection on all works zones to assure
that all activities are going smoothly and safe.
• Co-ordination with all Site engineers, Supervisors and
Foremen to follow safe working procedures.
• Develop & implement safety induction training for all site
employees newly joining the site.
• For corrective action or measures necessary to carry out
implementation of HSE policy to its fullest extent.
• Conducting and participating in project safety meetings.
• Ensure proper recordkeeping is being conducted at all facilities
daily and weekly HSE reports.
• To conduct daily physical inspection report DPCI at site to
record observations.
• Conduct daily Toolbox Talk to workforce.
• Responsible for HSE implementation and compliance at
project sites.
• Conducts regular training programs about employee safety
procedures and accident protection, prevention and
firefighting.