Zurab Sajaia
Toronto,ON
Summary
Trusted HSE specialist, skillful in securing employee wellbeing at job sites and providing consumer safety via detailed documentation. Offering 20 years of comprehensive experience conducting and creating safety training, completing workplace audits and inspections and implementing health and safety procedures. Certified in: confined space entry with breathing apparatus, hand power tools safety, scaffold assembly and inspection, advanced safety auditing, advanced fire fighting,
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
HSE Engineer
EMG/EGIS international JV
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Ensure compliance with national laws and regulations on environmental protection, ensure occupational and community health and safety are maintained, provide training to senior staff, regularly inspect the work site for H&S risk, review and approve H&S Plans, analyse risks associated with various construction activities and provide advice to the Contractor on how risks must be mitigated, Collate H&S statistics for submission in quarterly progress reports and bi-annual compliance reports and issue stop works notices in the event of unsafe acts which risks the safety of workers or the community
HSE Engineer
Metta Construction Company
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Monitoring of contractor compliance with HSE aspects of the construction contract, Risk assessment process, Incident investigation, establish control measures, Conducting daily toolbox talks, Monitoring and supervising safety officers, Preparing daily, weekly and monthly HSE reports
HSSE Engineer
Gross Energy Group/Mott MacDonald JV
01.2014 - 12.2019
- Monitoring of contractor compliance with environmental and social aspects of the construction contract, environmental permits, Project HSE Management plan, Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and associated environmental and social documentation and raising of non-compliance reports (NCRs) as appropriate, Creation of weekly inspection check lists and schedule of weekly inspections, Weekly inspections of construction sites and recording of inspection results / raising of NCRs, Providing advice on Environmental and Social responsibilities to Owners Engineer (OE) and Contractor staff on an as-required basis, Establish formal Environmental and Social training programme for OE staff, Deliver Environmental and Social training to Owner's Engineer staff in line with the training programme and on an ad-hoc basis as required, Review of all Environmental and Social NCRs and providing advice on corrective actions as part of the Adjaristsqali Georgia LLC (AGL) / OE team as part of daily compliance monitoring, Assist OE technical team in approval of updated contractor CEMP documentation, Communicate environmental violations / near violations to OE technical team, Track, document and communicate changes to national and international legislation and environmental permission requirements, Research, compile and issue to AGL monthly reports on contractor compliance with the CEMP and sub-plans (except for those covered by the OE HSE manager)
HSE Manager
Synergy constructions LTD
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Existence and awareness of a suitable and relevant health and safety policy, A safe workplace without risk to health, Safe plant and machinery, and safe movement, storage and use of articles and substances, Adequate provision of first-aid and welfare facilities and support, Provision of suitable and current information and supervision concerning health and safety policies and practices, Proper and timely assessment of risks to health and safety, and implementation of measures and arrangements identified as necessary from the assessments, Provision of emergency procedures, first-aid facilities, safety signs, relevant protective clothing and equipment, and incident reporting to the relevant authorities, Liaison as necessary with other organizations and relevant authorities, and assistance and cooperation concerning audits and remedial actions, The workplace satisfies health, safety and welfare requirements for ventilation, temperature, lighting, sanitary, washing and rest facilities, Prevention and precautions against, or adequate control of, exposure to hazardous substances, and danger from flammable, explosive, electrical, noise, radiation and manual handling risks, Surveillance and reporting on health and safety practices and systems
HSE Manager
GGCT (Georgian Greek Construction and Trading)
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices, Facilitate a work environment that supports a safe and healthy culture, Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment, Perform safety audits and inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance, Investigate industrial accidents, near-miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes, install preventive measures, and manage return-to-work activities, Provide technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary changes, Coordinate employee safety programs to determine their adequacy including review of short and long term strategic safety planning and development, Order and maintain facility safety inventory including supplies and equipment, Perform other duties as assigned
HSE Specialist/Performing Authority (PA)
GeoEngineering LTD
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Preparing health and safety strategies and developing internal policy, Carrying out risk assessments and considering how risks could be reduced, Carrying out regular site inspections to check policies and procedures are being properly implemented, Leading in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks, Creating Journey Management Plans (JMP), Investigation of incidents, accidents, near misses and producing statistics for management, Implementing and developing bp’s Integrated Safe System Of Work (ISSOW), Creating Work Control Certificates (WCC) and providing toolbox talks according to Permit To Work (PTW)
Deputy to the project manager
Georgian Agricultural Corporation (GAC)
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Project related document control, Supervising regional service centers, Community consulting on an agricultural management matters, Creating material requisitions and managing logistics, Communication with foreign partners and potential investors, Creating and developing business plans, Cargo transport coordination, planning and execution of business trips
HSE manager
Mtatsminda park LTD (amusement park)
03.2009 - 03.2011
- Developing and providing individual counseling, and on-site and classroom training to staff on safety topics, Meeting regularly with Risk Management staff to ensure appropriate action is taken in compliance with Country safety policies to correct hazardous conditions which result in workers’ compensation claims, Monitoring Country’s compliance with applicable laws and regulations, Serves as safety resource to all departments and assisting departments in complying with Country safety standards, Coordinating, planning, and implementing the HSE actions and recommendations of the Company; providing technical assistance and advice to the Company, Developing, implementing, and managing the Company HSE Program and directing and coordinating the participation of departments within that program; creating or modifying safety policies as needed
HSE field officer
Tekfen construction and installation inc
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Monitoring and supervising of all activities according to BP requirements, Preparing MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for hazardous substances, Working on lifting plans, Preparing risk assessments, Providing support and advice to the jobsite personnel on H.S.E related issues, Conducting toolbox talks on daily basis prior to every activity, Implementing control measures for different kinds of activities
Administrative Assistant
BNI (Bechtel National Incorporated)
01.2008 - 07.2008
- Assisting in meeting organization with sub-contractor, Production and distribution of meeting minutes, Defining quantities of various materials in different locations on construction site, Preparing training schedule, Making MAS (Material Assignment Schedule), Preparing, processing and organizing daily, weekly and monthly reports for all sub contractors, Transport coordination, Creating punch lists in Bechtel punch works system, Preparing Material Requisitions, Working on Bechtel Procurement System (BPS)
Field Safety Officer
BP Georgia (bp special projects)
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Implementing and Controlling H.S.E management procedures, Monitoring and supervising of all activities according to BP requirements, Controlling of pipeline activities in accordance with the H.S.E Management System, Reporting of all compliant and non-compliant situations observed to the H.S.E Management, Participation in accident/incident and near miss investigations and implementation of corrective actions as required, Providing support and advice to the worksite personnel on H.S.E related issues, reporting to BP Safety Leadership Team (SLT)
HSE Officer
TAV Urban Georgia (Tbilisi international airport construction project)
05.2006 - 07.2006
- Implementing and controlling Project HSE management procedures, Ensure that all safety equipments are in place, fully operational and correctly serviced, Implement general policy of work site and any safety related procedures and safety awareness campaigns, Participating in accident/incident and near miss investigations and implementation of corrective actions as required, Checking documentation of vehicles and heavy equipment, Risk assessment, establishing control measures, Issuing daily, weekly and monthly HSE reports to project Management
Environmental Field Officer
Spie-Capag-Petrofac International Ltd
02.2005 - 01.2006
- Implementing the Environmental Management System by inspection, field training, Controlling of construction activities in accordance with the Environmental Management System, Reporting of all compliant and non-compliant situations observed to the Environmental Manager, Undertaking tasks as assigned by the Field Environmental Manager, Issuing reports to Environmental Manager
Safety Officer
Spie-Capag-Petrofac International Ltd
03.2004 - 01.2005
- Implementing and controlling Project HSE management procedures, Providing support and advice to site personnel on HSE related matters, Administer, monitor and audit the onboard permit to work system, Participating in accident/incident and near miss investigations and implementation of corrective actions as required, Organization of Safety meetings and evaluation of safety aspects of proposed activities, Issuing reports to JV/BP site Safety Managers
Education
Bachelor's degree -
Tbilisi State University
01.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- Powerpoint
- Sharepoint
- Internet
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Accident investigation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical Safety
- Hazard Identification
- Construction safety
- Workplace inspections
Languages
Georgian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Tel
(+995) 599409595
Personal Traits
Reliable and Excellent colleague and associate and able to work in a team environment; prepared to work and very sensitive to other personnel cultures in the area of HSE; Able to work with local safety and security officers in project locations; always set goals and objectives for ZERO accidents and incidents; able to supervise subordinates in a personal but strong manner.
Timeline
HSE Engineer
EMG/EGIS international JV
03.2023 - 02.2024
HSE Engineer
Metta Construction Company
01.2020 - 11.2022
HSSE Engineer
Gross Energy Group/Mott MacDonald JV
01.2014 - 12.2019
HSE Manager
Synergy constructions LTD
09.2013 - 12.2013
HSE Manager
GGCT (Georgian Greek Construction and Trading)
07.2013 - 09.2013
HSE Specialist/Performing Authority (PA)
GeoEngineering LTD
08.2011 - 07.2013
Deputy to the project manager
Georgian Agricultural Corporation (GAC)
01.2011 - 07.2011
HSE manager
Mtatsminda park LTD (amusement park)
03.2009 - 03.2011
HSE field officer
Tekfen construction and installation inc
07.2008 - 01.2009
Administrative Assistant
BNI (Bechtel National Incorporated)
01.2008 - 07.2008
Field Safety Officer
BP Georgia (bp special projects)
08.2006 - 05.2007
HSE Officer
TAV Urban Georgia (Tbilisi international airport construction project)
05.2006 - 07.2006
Environmental Field Officer
Spie-Capag-Petrofac International Ltd
02.2005 - 01.2006
Safety Officer
Spie-Capag-Petrofac International Ltd
03.2004 - 01.2005
Bachelor's degree -
Tbilisi State University
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