K K GNANA PRASANTH

K K GNANA PRASANTH

HSE Engineer

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Profile summary

Grade A UPDA Certified HSE Professional with a Master’s in Industrial Safety Engineering and 14+ years’ experience in construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, operational plants, facilities management, landscape works, demolition, marine, and commercial fit-out projects. Specialized in HSE systems, third-party auditing, compliance, and achieving Zero Incident performance.

Career highlights

Safe man hour worked: Achieved 2 Million Safe manhours worked LTI

Safe man hour achievement: Achieved 20 million safe manhours worked without LTI

Key skills

Skills
SHES Management Systems & GovernanceOil and GasSafety ManagementSecurity & Emergency PreparednessContractor & Subcontractor SHES ManagementShutdown MaintenanceTraining & Competency DevelopmentSafety Guidelines ImplementationHSE AuditsRisk AssessmentPTW & LOTOEmergency ResponseIncident InvestigationOffshore & Onshore OperationsPipeline & Downstream HSESIMOPS ManagementRegulatory ComplianceEnvironmental ManagementTeam LeadershipData Analytics for HSEDigitalization in HSESustainability Reporting (e.g., GRI, SASB)Human Factors EngineeringChange Management

Professional experience

HSE EngineerJun 2019 - Present
Arab Engineering Bureau | Qatar

Experienced in providing full-spectrum HSE supervision, compliance monitoring, and risk management across diverse EPC/EPIC, commercial fit-out, demolition, infrastructure, marine, and high-rise construction projects. Key responsibilities include enforcing HSE statutory requirements, conducting risk assessments, leading site inspections, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring contractor HSE compliance across day and night shift operations. Project Portfolio Highlights: • QatarEnergy Headquarters – Commercial fit-out works (EPIC scope) • High-rise residential & hotel apartment towers • 8-Storey building demolition project with utilities isolation & enabling works • Arab International Academy School Project (PWA/Ashghal) – Fire station, water tanks, sewage holding tanks, full infra & landscape scope • Engineering Support Lead for QatarEnergy client offices (FM-style operations) • Marine construction activities for Coast Guard project • Private villa development at The Pearl Qatar (UDC) • 36-Storey residential tower modification works • Residential apartments and associated infra under EPIC contracts

  • Contributed to achieving 2 Million Safe Man-Hours Without LTI on the Arab International Academy School Project through proactive HSE supervision, risk-based controls, and contractor engagement.
HSE EngineerFeb 2017 - Mar 2019
JBK Controls W.L.L. | Qatar

• Led multiple ELV projects across Qatar, including Qatar Foundation, Qatar Energy RLIC, Hamad International Airport, Ooredoo facilities, QAFCO-MIC, and Hamad Medical Corporation, covering fire alarm, fire suppression, security & access control systems, BMS, and CCTV installation and maintenance. • Executed installation, testing, commissioning, and pre-commissioning of ELV systems, including preventive maintenance of beam detectors, duct detectors, underground tunnel works, access control systems, and security systems. • Managed periodical maintenance, snag works, and call-off duties, ensuring safety inductions, team safety training, and strict adherence to Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems. • Maintained and submitted weekly and monthly performance reports, achieving KPIs through regular trainings, accommodation inspections, and compliance monitoring. • Conducted work at height training for scaffolding, mechanical plants, and machinery, while organizing emergency drills and ensuring HSE compliance on-site. Completed third-party first aid training and cleared CPW examination at Qatar Energy RLIC premises.

HSE EngineerAug 2015 - Jan 2017
UCC trading and Contracting | Qatar
Safety OfficerAug 2014 - Jul 2015
Sri Pathi Paper Mills Ltd. | India
HSE EngineerMar 2014 - Jul 2014
Bureau Veritas India Pvt. Ltd. | New Delhi, India
Senior HSE EngineerJun 2011 - Feb 2014
L&T Construction | India and UAE

Key Result Areas: • Administered EPIC construction, fit-out, and commissioning works for Mall of Qatar and Star Hotel projects, including steel fabrication & erection, chiller plants, sub-stations, and fire suppression systems. • Supervised fit-out works for individual commercial shops, ensuring HSE compliance and adherence to project timelines. • Oversaw infrastructure and landscape works, including TSE tanks, storm water tanks, RO water plant installation, and LPG pipeline installation. • Managed underground utilities, road construction, and traffic management, including road diversions, signage, road marking, laying of roads using PTR rollers, and asphalt works. • Conducted daily toolbox talks, weekly and monthly HSE meetings, and ensured proper implementation of permit-to-work (PTW) systems. • Supervised installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems, including pumps (jockey & diesel), RO plants, chiller plants, and fire suppression systems. • Inspected and ensured proper use of tools, machinery, and other equipment, maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards. • Coordinated kids’ play area installation and other fit-out works in hospitality and commercial environments. Implemented safety and quality checks across multiple construction activities, ensuring zero incidents and regulatory compliance. • Conducted safety training sessions for employees on PPE usage, emergency procedures, and safety protocols. • Performed regular risk assessments and identified potential fire hazards and workplace risks. • Implemented preventive measures, reducing fire and safety incidents across the plant. • Conducted safety audits and inspections, preparing detailed reports and maintaining records. • Monitored and improved emergency preparedness, including evacuation plans and response protocols. • Ensured compliance with local safety regulations, work permits, and company safety policies. • Led weekly toolbox talks to reinforce safety awareness among staff. • Managed safety records and reports using Microsoft Word and Excel efficiently. • Communicated effectively in Tamil and English to deliver training and safety instructions. • Applied industrial safety management principles to enhance overall workplace safety culture. • Conducted comprehensive third-party HSE audits for high-rise residential buildings and Taj Hotels, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, corporate policies, and international safety standards. • Performed gap analysis and risk assessment, identifying areas of improvement in safety management systems, processes, and workplace practices. • Prepared detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations and issued Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) to drive corrective and preventive actions. • Monitored closure of NCRs and followed up with management to ensure implementation of corrective measures and continuous HSE improvement. • Planned and conducted emergency preparedness programs, including office, on-site, and off-site evacuation drills, enhancing readiness and response capabilities. • Managed plant shutdowns, preventive maintenance, and operational safety for industrial plants. • Executed pre-commissioning and commissioning of major units: caster area, chiller plant, coke oven battery, chimneys, CRM, PLTCM, and conveyor systems. • Proficient in critical lifting operations, including conveyor belts, precast concrete lifting, form works, and gantry cranes. • Experienced in brownfield and greenfield projects, covering civil, mechanical, electrical works, structural erections, steel fabrication yards, blast furnace, and steel melting shop construction. • Conducted radiography testing of steel structures and high voltage armored cable installation in underground tunnels, including plant energization (EPIC scope). • Managed sewage and wastewater recycling plants and controlled air, noise, and water pollution. • Conducted internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with client and statutory requirements. • Supervised deep excavation, foundation works, chimney construction, and structural steel erection, including traffic management during adverse weather. • Implemented night works, site mass meetings, toolbox talks, and welfare arrangements for workers as per local regulations. • Certified by Emirates Aluminum (EMAL), Abu Dhabi, demonstrating compliance with client standards.

Education

Professional Degree, Occupational Health and SafetySep 2020 - Aug 2025
OTHM Level 6 in Occupational Health and Safety

Level 6 Diploma

Diploma, Industrial HygieneOct 2010 - Apr 2011
Annamalai University
Master's, Industrial Safety EngineeringJun 2009 - Apr 2011
Anna University

[equivalent to NVQ level 6], Masters of Engineering in Industrial Safety Engineering

Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Electronics EngineeringAug 2005 - Apr 2009
Anna university

(Grade A UPDA Certified Reg. No.16864)