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Mohd Rizam Bin Abd Ghani

Summary

With significant experience in managing HSSE at both corporate and project levels, I bring practical proficiency in construction management, building, and civil engineering. My career has provided me with a solid understanding of diverse construction methods and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including statutory bodies.

I navigate complex regulatory environments with ease and am committed to ensuring projects consistently meet the highest safety and quality standards

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of HSSE & Compliance

Samsung - UEMC JV Sdn Bhd
2015.11 - Current
    • Play a central role in developing, implementing and overseeing HSSE components within Project organization, striving to create strong health & safety culture among contractors & workers.
    • Ensure compliance with local & federal regulations, project specifications and abidance with HSSE Industrial Code Practices.
    • Drive accountability for all project HSSE policies and state & federal reporting requirements.
    • Representing Company & Project in dealings with regulatory agencies, industry groups and other external & internal stakeholders.
    • Play a crucial role in preventing incidents, occupational injures, illnesses & environmental mishaps by implementing systematic approaches, safety protocols and training programs. Achieving accumulative of 60M project man-hours WLTI.
    • Identify potential hazards & risk, conduct thorough risk assessment, and develop strategies to mitigate and manage these risk effectively.
    • Ensure that the HSSE strategies are translated into operational action plans, in conjunction with all other project's operation team.
    • Stay informed & proactively lead HSE teams and organization response to industry trend, best practices and innovations.
    • Lead and take responsibility for managing the pandemic & other communicable diseases within the project community. Devise and implement strategies to safeguard the health of staff and workers, ensuring minimal impact on the project.

Head of HSE

UEM Builders Bhd
2006.06 - 2015.11

    ~Based in the HQ Corporate Office, leading the HSE Department in developing & maintaining Integrated Management System (IMS) at the corporate level and overseeing the management of HSE at all subsidiaries and projects undertaken by UEMB both locally & abroad.

    ~Provide HSE Leadership & direction to Division, Department & Project Managers.

    ~Serve as the corporate HSE subject matter expert with clients, regulators & UEMB staff working on projects or design proposal responses.

    ~Review all contract documents related to ongoing or proposed work for HSE related issues.

  • Among the projects that were under my direct purview are:-

  • 1. Penang Second Bridge (Jambatan Sultan Abdul Halim)

    • Construction of 24km marine bridge linking the island & the mainland, which als include the operation of segmental box girder factory.
    • 2. Pahang-Selangor Raw Water Transfer Project

      • Construction of 44km water transfer tunnel from Pahang to Selangor by applying the 5.2 diameter TBM and other tunneling const methods.
      • This project has won the 2011 National Safety Awards
      • 3. KLIA-2 Airport

        • Construction of low-cost carrier terminal & associated works at KL International Airport Sepang.
        • 4. MRT Line 1 - Package 8

          • Construction & completion of viaduct guideway & other associated works from Tmn Mesra to Kajang Station (8km)

Project HSE Officer/Manager

UEM Construction Sdn Bhd
1998.06 - 2005.06

~Establish & ensure implementation of HSE Management System on the all phases (EPCC up to M&E completion) of the project.

~Prepare & coordinate Project HSSE Plan & Policy based on companies management standard and project requirements.

~Advise on setting up the improvement guidelines for Project HSE Management System to team member & ensure on the improvement are implemented.

~Establish internal audit & inspection program, and follow up on the improvement findings.

~Lead/Facilitate/Participate in accident/incident investigation and reporting.

~Study trend analysis from incident, audit findings and advise top management on areas of improvement.

~Produce & develop HSE training plan and risk assessment workshop.


The projects that I was involved in were:


1. Light Rail Transit System 2, Kuala Lumpur

  • Project SHO for the construction of PUTRA LRT that runs the 29km line that connects the city's north-eastern to the west.

2. Putrajaya & KLIA Link Road

  • Project SHO for the construction of Putrajaya-ELITE Link Road

3. Ministry of Finance Office Building. Putrajaya

  • Senior HSE Officer for the construction of the 2 blocks tower of 12 story office building belong to MOF HQ in Putrajaya.

4. Electrified Double Track Project between Rawang & Ipoh

  • HSE Manager for the construction of 182km electrified railway line linking Rawang to Ipoh.




QA/QC Assistant

Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co Ltd
1995.09 - 1997.06
  • Maintain detailed documentation of inspections, test results and compliance with project specification.
  • Monitor the disposition of all issued NCR.
  • Coordinate all QA/QC activities with QC Manager
  • Coordinate all quality related issue with the Client reps.
  • Control all achieve documentation upon completion of project.


Involve in the construction of an onshore oil & gas processing plant GPP4 for Petronas.

Education

Master of Science - Master Of Industrial Safety Management

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
2003

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Universiti Teknologi Mara
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
2000

Diploma in Building

Institut Teknologi Mara
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
1993

Skills

    Strong Organizational & Leadership

    Industrial HSE Knowledge

    Risk & Compliance Management

    Adaptability & Critical Thinking

    Training Development

    Communication & Teamwork

Certification

  • Project Management Professional Certification - Project Management Institute (2014)
  • Environmental Administration & Management Certification - Malaysia Institute of Environment (EIMAS) 2007
  • Lead Auditor for ISO 14001 Environmental Management System - DNV (2006)
  • Lead Auditor for QMS ISO 9001 Quality Management System - DNV (2005)
  • Lead Auditor for OHSAS 18001 Management System - DNV (2005)
  • Safety & Health Officer Competency Certificate - NIOSH (1997)


Affiliations

  • Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Malaysia Society of Occupational Safety & Health (MSOSH)
  • Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM)
  • National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH)

Professional Experience

Public Speaking Engagement and Community Involvement 2006

Invited Speaker on Hazards in Electrified Railway Construction organize by KTMB and local authorities to raise awareness and address concerns regarding safety & environmental impact.

  • Delivered talk on the hazards associated with the construction of an electrified railway project to the public community residing along the construction line.


Paper Presentation at Master Builder Association Malaysia (MBAM) Annual Conference 2014

  • Presented papers titled "Intergraded Safety & Health Management in Complex Mega Project: Best Practices and Lesson Learned.
  • Shared insights & recommendations based on Pahang-Selangor Water Transfer Project & Penang Second Bridge.
  • Engage with industry professional to discuss best practices & challenges in ensuring safety in the construction sector.


Invited Speaker on "Safety Protocols for Segmental Box Girders Launching" 2014

  • Conduct an iterative session with third-year undergraduate engineering students at UITM Shah Alam.
  • Shared practical insights & knowledge gained from hands-on experience in bridge construction projects.
  • Engaged students with real world examples & case studies to illustrate key safety measures & procedures.

Timeline

Head of HSSE & Compliance

Samsung - UEMC JV Sdn Bhd
2015.11 - Current

Head of HSE

UEM Builders Bhd
2006.06 - 2015.11

Project HSE Officer/Manager

UEM Construction Sdn Bhd
1998.06 - 2005.06

QA/QC Assistant

Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co Ltd
1995.09 - 1997.06

Master of Science - Master Of Industrial Safety Management

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Universiti Teknologi Mara

Diploma in Building

Institut Teknologi Mara
  • Project Management Professional Certification - Project Management Institute (2014)
  • Environmental Administration & Management Certification - Malaysia Institute of Environment (EIMAS) 2007
  • Lead Auditor for ISO 14001 Environmental Management System - DNV (2006)
  • Lead Auditor for QMS ISO 9001 Quality Management System - DNV (2005)
  • Lead Auditor for OHSAS 18001 Management System - DNV (2005)
  • Safety & Health Officer Competency Certificate - NIOSH (1997)


Mohd Rizam Bin Abd Ghani