Javed Gulzar

Results-driven HSE professional with 20+ years of progressive experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, and heavy construction industries across Pakistan and Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Proven track record in leading QHSE management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001), achieving multiple LTI-free milestones exceeding 500,000+ man-hours, and managing HSE operations on major EPC projects for international operators including DNO, GAZPROM Neft, Rosneft, Oryx Petroleum, HKN Energy, and Crescent Petroleum-DANA Gas. Holds NEBOSH IGC, OTHM Level 6, IOSH MS, and multiple API/OSHA credentials.

Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, emergency response planning, regulatory compliance, and building a proactive safety culture across diverse multicultural workforces.

Project HSE Manager - Citadel Engineering Company - Kurdistan Region, Iraq

(2019-11)

Reporting to: CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

• Lead QHSE strategy across all company projects, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and client-specific HSE standards
• Manage HSE operations for 15+ active project sites simultaneously across oil & gas construction, inspection, testing, and certification scopes
• Achieved multiple LTI-free milestones on projects for Crescent Petroleum-DANA Gas, Rosneft, GAZPROM Neft, HKN Energy, TAQA Group, Gulf Keystone Petroleum, and Hunt Oil Company
• Develop and implement project-specific HSE plans, emergency response procedures, and risk mitigation strategies for high-hazard activities including confined space entry, radiography, and hot work
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, JSA/JHA reviews, and hazard identification for CPF construction, pipeline installation, tank cleaning, sandblasting, and API/NDT inspection campaigns
• Oversee contractor HSE management, pre-mobilization audits, and compliance verification across multicultural workforce teams
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies, track corrective actions, and report KPIs to senior management and clients
• Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and specialized training programs (fire safety, H2S awareness, working at heights, scaffolding safety) to project personnel

Senior Advisor HSE (Project In-Charge HSE) - Petro weld Oil Field Services - Kurdistan Region, Iraq

(2013-01 - 2019-11)

Reporting to: Project Manager (Head Office)

• Served as site HSE lead across multiple concurrent EPC and construction projects for international oil operators in KRG
• Developed and enforced site-specific HSE plans, PTW systems, and emergency response procedures for CPF construction, fabrication, pipeline installation, and plant erection activities
• Achieved 500,000+ LTI-free man-hours on the Oryx Petroleum CPF construction project
• Managed HSE for diverse project scopes including oil plant fabrication (Oryx Petroleum), gas plant construction (DNO PSK & Oilserv), pipeline projects (Western Zagros, TETRA/Afreen), and insulation/cladding works (HKN, DNO)
• Conducted regular site inspections, safety audits, hazard identification walkthroughs, and compliance gap assessments
• Led toolbox talks, HSE inductions, and on-site training for construction crews on confined space entry, lifting operations, working at heights, and fire prevention
• Coordinated with client HSE representatives to align project safety standards with operator requirements

Officer HSE (Site In-Charge HSE) - Engineering Kinetics (Pvt) Limited - Karak, KPK, Pakistan

(2013-05 - 2013-12)

Client: MOL Oil & Gas Co. B.V. Pakistan | Reporting to: Senior HSE Manager (Head Office)

• Managed site HSE for wellhead surface facility construction and valve assembly installation
• Ensured compliance with MOL's operator HSE standards and Pakistan regulatory requirements
• Conducted daily inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments for construction activities

Officer HSE (Site In-Charge HSE) - Engineering Kinetics (Pvt) Limited - Kalar Kahar, Punjab, Pakistan

(2011-10 - 2013-05)

Client: DG Khan Cement Limited | Reporting to: HSE Senior Manager (HOD)

• Led HSE operations for Waste Heat Recovery Power Plant construction
• Implemented safety management systems for heavy mechanical erection and civil works
• Conducted hazard assessments for high-risk activities including crane operations, structural steel erection, and elevated work

Officer HSE (Site In-Charge HSE) - Engineering Kinetics (Pvt) Limited - Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan

(2010-04 - 2011-10)

Client: Tobishima Corporation (Japan) | Reporting to: HSE Manager (Head Office)

• Managed HSE for water supply system improvement project under Japanese client standards
• Coordinated safety compliance between local workforce and international project management team
• Received achievement certificate from Tobishima Corporation for safe work practices

Senior Supervisor HSE - Engineering Kinetics (Pvt) Limited - Mianwali, Punjab, Pakistan

(2009-06 - 2010-04)

Client: Maple Leaf Cement Group | Reporting to: HSE Site In-Charge / Manager (Head Office)

• Supervised HSE for Waste Heat Recovery Power Plant construction project
• Conducted daily safety inspections, audits, and toolbox talks for construction crews

Senior Supervisor HSE - Engineering Kinetics (Pvt) Limited - Kalar Kahar, Punjab, Pakistan

(2009-05 - 2009-05)

Client: Best Way Cement Group | Reporting to: HSE Manager (Head Office)

• Provided HSE supervision for Waste Heat Recovery Power Plant construction

Officer HSE - Echo-West International (Pvt) Ltd. & B.L. Harbert International - Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

(2008-11 - 2009-03)

Client: Overseas Building Operations (OBO), U.S. Government | Reporting to: BLHI HSE Representative

• Managed HSE for the New U.S. Consulate Compound construction project
• Worked under stringent U.S. Government safety and security standards
• Received achievement certificate from BLHI for exemplary safety performance

Supervisor HSE - Associated Constructors Limited (ACL) - Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan

(2007-10 - 2008-10)

Client: MAN Diesel (Germany) | Reporting to: HSE Representative

• Supervised HSE operations for Atlas Power Plant construction
• Ensured compliance with German client safety standards and local regulations

HSE Supervisor - Descon Engineering (Pvt) Limited - Sindh, Pakistan

(2007-04 - 2007-09)

Client: Irrigation & Power Department, Sindh | Reporting to: HSE HOD

• Supervised HSE for Raine Canal Project construction activities

HSE Assistant Supervisor - Descon Engineering (Pvt) Limited - TAUNSA BARRAGE, Punjab, Pakistan

(2005-03 - 2007-04)

Client: Irrigation & Power Department, Punjab | Reporting to: HSE In-Charge / HOD

• Provided HSE support for the Taunsa Barrage Rehabilitation & Modernization Project
• Assisted in implementing safety programs, conducting inspections, and maintaining regulatory documentation
• Received achievement certificate from Descon Engineering for safe work practices

Diploma - HSE Engineering - Iqra Council, Pakistan

Graduation - Sociology - AIOU, Pakistan