Nafeel Rahman

Results-driven HSE & Safety professional with 11+ years of experience in HVAC maintenance, oil & gas operations, chemical handling/transportation, and industrial safety. Skilled in risk assessment, PTW systems, JSAs, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness. Strong expertise in HVAC safety including chillers, AHUs, FCUs, ducting, electrical works, and refrigerant/chemical handling.

Experienced in contractor supervision, safety training, and ensuring compliance with UAE regulatory standards. Proven track record of maintaining safe work environments and supporting zero-incident operations across diverse projects. ADNOC-approved professional.

HSE Officer at IMECO - INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL CO (WLL) (2025-10 – Present)

HSE Officer overseeing HVAC maintenance and terminal operations in industrial, commercial, and oil & gas facilities.

• Ensure strict compliance with IMECO and client HSE policies, as well as UAE regulations, across HVAC maintenance and terminal operations in industrial, commercial, and oil & gas facilities, including Borouge and Fertil Plants.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for high-risk activities including confined space entry, hot work, tank entry/cleaning, working at height, lifting operations, and tasks in H₂S-prone and chemical-handling areas.
• Manage and control the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system for hot work, confined space, electrical isolation, working at height, chemical transfer, and LOTO procedures, while performing routine PTW audits to verify compliance.
• Oversee safe execution of HVAC operations involving chillers, AHUs, FCUs, ducting, electrical work, and refrigerant handling in live plant and process environments.
• Monitoring safety in mechanical rooms, rooftops, chiller plants, pump stations, and confined areas to ensure compliance with ventilation, fall protection, electrical safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Maintaining HSE documentation including daily observations, NCRs, inspection logs, PTW records, and monthly KPI reports.

HSE Officer at ADCORE GLOBAL FZ LLC (2024-06 – 2025-07)

HSE Officer managing safety compliance and terminal operations across UAE and Oman facilities.

• Coordinate closely with maintenance, engineering, and client teams to ensure safe and compliant execution of HVAC operations.
• Approved to work across multiple terminals in UAE BPGIC, JSW, GPS, Vopak, Mount row, Premier, Universal, NT, SRS Terminal, In OMAN such us OTTCO, and Advario.
• Enforce terminal-specific HSE procedures during the storage, transfer, and loading/unloading of hazardous materials at multiple approved terminals in UAE such as BPGIC, JSW, GPS, Vopak, Mount row, Premier, Universal, NT, SRS Terminal, In OMAN such us OTTCO, and Advario.
• Ensured contractor compliance in marine operations, additive injection, and chemical handling.
• Maintained firefighting systems, spill kits, and PPE availability.
• Inspect equipment and vehicles—such as tankers, forklifts, loading arms, and HVAC-related machinery—prior to use to ensure operational safety and integrity.
• Monitor safe handling, storage, transfer, and disposal of refrigerants, oils, chemicals, and hazardous materials.
• Ensuring spill kits, firefighting systems, and PPE are available and properly maintained at all work locations.
• Collaborate closely with HSSE, maintenance, operations, and client teams to plan and execute HVAC and terminal activities in line with safe work practices and policies.
• Lead fire drills, spill response exercises, H₂S release simulations, refrigerant leak scenarios, and evacuation drills in coordination with emergency response teams to strengthen site preparedness.
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, prepare Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and ensure closure of all actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, HSE inductions, and safety awareness sessions tailored to HVAC, terminal, chemical, marine, and road-related risks for technicians, drivers, contractors, and site personnel.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly HSE reports capturing observations, hazards, non-conformities, and follow-up actions, while supervising contractor and subcontractor safety compliance across all operations.

HSE Officer at AL-ZABIN AND AL-DAKEEL ALLAH TRANSPORTS (ZDCO) (2019-06 – 2023-08)

HSE Officer managing safety compliance for transportation and terminal operations.

• Enforce terminal-specific HSE procedures during the storage, transfer, and loading/unloading of hazardous materials.
• Manage Permit-to-Work (PTW) system administration and compliance audits.
• Conduct risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for high-risk activities.
• Lead fire drills, spill response exercises, and emergency preparedness training.

Safety Officer at J.J INDUSTRIES– MARINE MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & FABRICATORS (2017-01 – 2019-02)

Safety Officer enforcing HSE policies on construction and marine projects.

• Enforced HSE policies on construction and marine projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and client standards.
• Conducted site inspections and audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Delivered safety inductions and training for employees and contractors on construction and marine safety practices.
• Supervised safe execution of marine fabrication, electrical/mechanical works, and high-risk construction activities.
• Investigated accidents and near-misses, providing RCA and CAPA to prevent recurrence.
• Maintained HSE records, compliance documentation, and audit reports.
• Coordinated fire drills, evacuation exercises, and spill response to strengthen emergency preparedness.

Safety Officer at FATHIMA ENTERPRISES – FIRE SECURITY ENGINEERS (2012-01 – 2014-08)

Safety Officer managing fire and security safety systems.

• Enforced HSE policies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Conducted site inspections and audits.
• Delivered safety training and inductions.
• Investigated incidents and near-misses with RCA and CAPA.
• Maintained HSE records and compliance documentation.

Fire Alarm Technician at JUMA AL MAJID GROUP – AL ARABIA FOR SAFETY & SECURITY LLC (2015-02 – 2016-06)

Fire Alarm Technician responsible for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems.

• Installed and commissioned fire alarm systems per UAE Civil Defence and NFPA standards.
• Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure system reliability and safety.
• Diagnosed and fixed wiring and device faults to minimize downtime.
• Conducted regular system testing and inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinated with clients to ensure proper system integration and functionality.
• Assisted in training junior technicians and providing technical support on-site.
• Ensured proper documentation of maintenance and service logs for system audits.
• Responded to emergency service calls, diagnosing and troubleshooting fire alarm system failures.

Diploma in Fire & Safety Engineering – National Institute of Fire & Safety (NIFE) (2011 – 2011)