Shahid Abbas

Safety-focused professional with over 17 years of experience in the maritime and shipyard industry, with deep operational knowledge of Mobile Plant, Transport, and Crane activities. Proven expertise in OHSE compliance, lifting safety inspections, preoperational equipment checks, and the leadership of Save Operation campaigns that have delivered measurable reductions in workplace incidents. Holder of NEBOSH IGC (2025) and Primavera P6 Certification, with additional qualifications in ISO 9001 Internal Auditing, Risk Assessment, and Environmental Management.

Pioneered a yard-wide Biodiesel Green Energy trial programme on forklifts and Elevated Working Platforms, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable, safe operations. Recognized with multiple performance awards including Best Worker (×2) and Productivity Award (×2).

Safety Coordinator / Inspector – Mobile Plant, Transport & Cranes at Marine / Shipyard Industry (Present)

• Conducted pre-lift inspections and reviewed approved Lifting Plans and Rigging Studies prior to all critical crane lifts, ensuring compliance with LEEA / ASME B30 standards and local statutory requirements.
• Performed daily and weekly pre-operational safety checks on mobile cranes, overhead cranes, forklifts, reach stackers, telehandlers, and Elevated Working Platforms (scissor lifts / boom lifts).
• Inspected lifting accessories including slings, shackles, hooks, eyebolts, and spreader bars; maintained color-coded inspection tagging systems and lifting gear registers.
• Ensured all crane operators, forklift drivers, and riggers held valid third-party competency certifications; coordinated with HR/training to address gaps.
• Supervised high-risk lifts (tandem lifts, suspended loads, critical path lifts) and stationed as appointed Safety Observer, enforcing exclusion zones and emergency stop authority.
• Monitored loading/unloading and transport operations for heavy equipment and oversized cargo, ensuring TRA compliance and safe slinging practices.
• Carried out scheduled and unscheduled OHSE inspections of all yard mobile plant (forklifts, cranes, trailers, tractor units, utility vehicles) and maintained detailed inspection checklists and corrective action registers.
• Enforced yard traffic management plans, vehicle speed limits, pedestrian segregation controls, and vehicle/pedestrian interface protocols across all operational zones.
• Issued and tracked Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for defective equipment; followed up to ensure timely rectification before return-to-service.
• Coordinated with the Maintenance Department to ensure plant defects identified during inspections were promptly repaired and documented.
• Monitored driver/operator fitness-for-duty checks, including fatigue management and PPE compliance during transport and material handling operations.
• Designed and led yard-wide Save Operation safety campaigns targeting behavioral safety, near-miss elimination, and unsafe act / unsafe condition (UA/UC) reporting culture.
• Deployed monthly themed campaigns (e.g., Hand Safety, Dropped Objects Prevention, Suspended Load Awareness, Seatbelt Compliance) across Mobile Plant, Transport, and Cranes departments.
• Facilitated pre-shift toolbox talks, job safety analyses (JSAs), and safety stand-downs aligned with campaign objectives, achieving measurable improvements in near-miss reporting rates.
• Compiled and presented campaign performance dashboards to department heads and OHSE management; tracked leading and lagging safety indicators monthly.
• Contributed to a sustained reduction in Lost Time Incidents (LTIs) and Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) through proactive hazard identification and close-out.
• Planned and executed routine OHSE inspections and internal audits across Mobile Plant, Transport, and Cranes work areas, generating detailed findings reports and tracking corrective actions to closure.
• Reviewed and approved Permits to Work (PTW), Method Statements, and Task Risk Assessments for high-risk activities including crane lifts, hot work near mobile plant, confined space entries, and working at height on EWPs.
• Participated in incident and near-miss investigations; applied Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques and drafted Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) reports.
• Maintained OHSE documentation in line with ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 45001 requirements; supported internal and external QMS audits.
• Delivered safety inductions to new personnel, sub-contractors, and visitors accessing Mobile Plant and Crane operational zones.
• Initiated and managed a Green Energy case study and Biodiesel (B20/B100 blend) trial on yard forklifts and Elevated Working Platforms, integrating safety oversight throughout the programme.
• Developed trial-specific risk assessments covering fuel handling, storage, spillage response, and equipment compatibility, ensuring zero environmental incidents during the trial.
• Monitored equipment performance, emissions data, and fuel consumption throughout the trial; compiled technical and OHSE reports for senior management review.
• Aligned programme objectives with the organisation's Environmental Management System (EMS) targets and carbon footprint reduction goals.

NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) in Occupational Health and Safety – NEBOSH, UK (2025)

Primavera P6 Project Management Certification in Project Management – Oracle / Authorized Centre (2025)

Internal QMS Auditor in ISO 9001:2008 – Accredited Body (2014)

Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) in Supply Chain Management – IPSCM, USA (2015)

Bachelor of Commerce in Commerce – Allama Iqbal Open University, Pakistan (2006)