Sahan Nischal

Dedicated Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) professional with over 14 years of experience in oil & gas, railway electrification, construction, and EPC projects. Proven track record of ensuring zero-incident workplaces, leading internal audits, and managing firefighting systems, including fire pumps, alarms, and clean agent flooding systems. Adept at coordinating with government audit bodies like OISD, mentoring cross-functional teams, and implementing rigorous HSE compliance in high-risk environments, targeting roles in oil & gas and railway sectors.

Fire & Safety Officer at Keshav Encon, Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd (2022-10 – Present)

Led a team of 5 safety technicians and 5 driver-cum-pump operators, overseeing fire and safety operations for India's strategic petroleum reserves, managing fire water networks, fire pumps, alarms, gas & fire detectors, clean agent flooding systems, and fire tenders.

• Conducted committee meetings with HSSE, tracking action points, and coordinated continuously with ex-army security personnel to ensure robust safety protocols.
• Supported external OISD audits (conducted once every 5 years) with zero non-compliance findings, and conducted internal audits on safety, process safety, maintenance, and hygiene.
• Coordinated with mutual aid partners and Karnataka Fire Department through meetings and drills, enhancing emergency response readiness.
• Planned monthly inspection activities, shift schedules, and functional tests to maintain operational safety standards.
• Provided coordination for third-party HAZOP, HARA, and ERDMP studies, re-checking draft reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.

HSE In-Charge, CNG LNG Pipeline Project at Zetwerk Manufacturing Pvt Ltd (2021-07 – 2022-10)

Led HSE operations for the CNG LNG pipeline project, focusing on trenching safety, gas pipeline installation, MIG & TIG Welding Safety, Road crossing, Bridge crossing, Railway crossing, Horizontal directional drilling in coordination with government authorities. Handled a team of 8 stewards & 2 junior Safety executives. Controlled Subcontractors, Heavy machinery, safe Lifting activities, Night work activities.

• Conducted 80+ toolbox meetings and behavior-based safety campaigns, enhancing awareness for 150+ workers, achieving zero lost-time injuries.
• Performed incident investigations and ensured 100% compliance with PPE usage and statutory norms.

HSE Advisor, Duqum refinery EPC 1 Samsung & EPC 3 SAIPEM & MOH hospital (IHG-UK) at Al Tasnim Enterprises LLC (2019-09 – 2021-07)

Provided HSE guidance for refinery and hospital construction, developing emergency evacuation and fire preparedness plans, ensuring compliance with Omani and SAIPEM standards.

• Conducted 25+ monthly internal safety audits and managed PTW systems, achieving a 98% compliance rate.
• Streamlined emergency protocols, significantly reducing incident response time.

HSE Officer at Kalpataru PowerTransmission Limited, Konkan Railways Electrification Project (2018-04 – 2019-09)

Managed a 12-member HSE team across tunneling, bridge erection, railway foundation, and power line works, developing next-day safety schedules and daily reports.

• Conducted internal audits with India's HSE head, ensuring audit readiness and achieving zero accidents/incidents under my leadership.
• Oversaw subcontractor labor compliance, improving electrical safety through targeted training.

HSE Officer, Sohar Refinery Improvement Project, LNG Central Processing Facility Khazzan (British Petroleum) at Cape East & Partners LLC (2016-03 – 2018-02)

Supervised fire safety, confined space entry, vessel purging, and atmospheric testing for refinery projects, ensuring 100% compliance with BP standards.

• Trained 120+ workers, significantly reducing hazards through risk assessments for fire-prone activities.
• Collaborated with site engineers to implement HSE policies and conducted incident investigations with root cause analysis.

HSE Officer, Erection of HRG Alloy & Steel Pvt Ltd, Sponge Iron Plant, Power Plant, Steel Melting Shop, Rolling Mill at Shri Padhmanabha Ispat Pvt Ltd (2014-04 – 2016-03)

Managed HSE operations during plant erection, implementing lifting safety protocols using cranes and structured equipment inspection checklists.

• Conducted 15+ safety audits, enforcing PPE usage and significantly reducing safety violations.
• Facilitated weekly safety awareness drives, minimizing workplace incidents.

HSE Officer, Sadara Tank Farm Project (Chicago Bridge & Iron) at Kettenah Construction Pvt Ltd (2012-09 – 2014-04)

Oversaw confined space tank maintenance, atmospheric testing, and PTW validations, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations.

• Conducted 40+ toolbox talks, improving safety awareness for 200+ workers, and collaborated with site engineers during audits.
• Maintained emergency equipment readiness and conducted mock drills, reducing confined space incidents.

Safety Officer at Mendes Constructions Pvt Ltd (2010-10 – 2012-09)

Initiated first-generation safety systems for civil projects, focusing on working at height, excavation, and scaffolding with certification protocols.

• Implemented fall prevention systems and trained teams on ladder safety, reducing fall incidents.
• Promoted safety culture through frequent toolbox meetings and mock drill simulations.

International General Certificate in HSE (Level 3) in Occupational Safety & Health – National Examination Board in Occupational Safety & Health (2015 – 2015)

Diploma in Electronics & Telecommunications – National Council of Technical Education, India (2013 – 2013)

Advanced Diploma in Health, Safety & Environment – Western Institute of Technology (Certified by Franklin University, Ohio, USA & attested by UAE Embassy) (2010 – 2010)

Diploma in Electronics & Communications – Dr TMA Pai Polytechnic (2009 – 2009)

Secondary School in SSLC – Nehru High School (2005 – 2005)