Mohamed Salih

Mohamed Salih

HSSE Professional | Civil Engineer
HSSE Senior Assistant – UNOPS

Civil Engineer with internationally recognized HSE certifications (NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, STPM-C), supporting the implementation of structured HSSE systems within infrastructure and field environments. My work focuses on strengthening compliance alignment, inspection processes, risk identification, and documentation integrity in accordance with international humanitarian and ethical standards.

Professional Profile

HSSE practitioner operating in a resource-constrained and operationally demanding environment. Experience includes supporting contractor oversight, structured risk reporting, internal compliance tracking, and fostering safety culture initiatives within project sites.

Approach grounded in:

  • Risk-based thinking
  • Institutional compliance
  • Structured documentation systems
  • Ethical accountability aligned with UN values

Core Competencies

HSSE Systems & Compliance

  • ISO 45001-aligned practices
  • Regulatory compliance monitoring
  • NCR tracking and follow-up coordination
  • Contractor HSSE performance review support
  • Safety inspection and reporting protocols

Risk Management

  • Site risk assessments (including Bowtie methodology application)
  • Hazard identification and control verification
  • Incident reporting and preliminary analysis support
  • Preventive action tracking

Governance & Reporting

  • KPI tracking and structured HSSE reporting
  • Documentation review and consolidation
  • Audit preparation support
  • Alignment with UN ethical and accountability frameworks

Field Operations Awareness

  • Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments (SSAFE principles)
  • High-risk construction activity oversight support
  • PPE compliance verification
  • Toolbox talk reinforcement

Selected Contributions

HSSE Documentation Strengthening Initiative

System Improvement

Supported the structuring and consolidation of HSSE documentation templates and reporting tools to improve audit readiness and consistency across project activities.

Focus areas included:
  • Centralized filing structure
  • Standardized reporting formats
  • Clear linkage between identified risks and control measures
  • Improved traceability of corrective actions
Outcome: Improved documentation clarity and strengthened preparedness for internal and external review processes.

Site Risk Assessment Support

Risk Management

Participated in structured risk assessments across infrastructure sites, applying risk prioritization methodologies including Bowtie logic to support proactive hazard control.

  • Risk identification facilitation
  • Control verification
  • Communication of critical risks to project teams

Compliance Monitoring & NCR Tracking

Governance

Supported internal compliance checks aligned with ISO 45001 principles and local regulatory requirements.

  • Observation reporting
  • NCR documentation and follow-up coordination
  • Monitoring closure status
  • Communicating compliance expectations to contractors

Safety Culture Engagement

Behavioral Safety

Contributed to improving engagement during safety briefings by encouraging interactive discussions focused on behavioral awareness and shared responsibility.

Professional Qualifications

NEBOSH International General Certificate
IOSH Managing Safely
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
STPM-C (Safety Training Program for Managers & Coordinators)
Diploma in Fire & Construction Safety Management (BSS)
B.E. Civil Engineering

Additional Focus Areas

KPIs & Safety Performance Reporting
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Awareness
Digital HSE Platforms
UN Ethical Standards

Professional Philosophy

“Safety within humanitarian and infrastructure contexts is not limited to compliance checklists. It requires structured systems, clear accountability, and consistent ethical application. My objective is to support the development of sustainable HSSE practices that protect personnel, preserve institutional credibility, and enhance operational continuity.”

Contact

Mohamed Salih