Jose Onofre Araneta

Engineering Professional – Health & Safety, Environment

Mobile: 30315500 E-mail: jorel.araneta18@gmail.com

NEBOSH Certified HSE Engineer with 15 years of progressive experience in providing health, safety &
environmental advise, Holds vast knowledge in HSE with leadership skills, hazard identification and
workplace accident reductions, implementation of HSE systems and policies. Able to use initiative in
execution of responsibilities. Dedicated and committed IIF champion who has ability to educate and
engage people in promoting positive safety culture, apply full range of capabilities and building excellent
relationship with management & colleagues. Possess excellent technical expertise, client handling,
analytical, and problem solving, planning, Organizing and supervision skills. Proficient in MS Office
Applications with proven experience in Gulf.

Strengths
 Skilled in conducting safety inspections
 Accident investigation- Safety audit
 In-depth Knowledge of health, safety,
environmental regulations local codes and
legislations of UAE, Qatar
 Technical Writing skills
 Familiar with ISO certified work environment
 Risk control and loss prevention expertise
 H&S Planning / Reviews

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Communications Engineering 2003

Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP)
NEBOSH International General Certificate, Eurolink Safety, Dubai, UAE
NEBOSH International Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management, DISS, Doha, Qatar
IOSH Managing Safely, DISS, Doha, Qatar
OHSAS 18001:2007, TUV Nord, Dubai, UAE
ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System, TUV Nord, Dubai, UAE
ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management system, SGS, Dubai, UAE
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (NFPA), Transformed, Dubai, UAE
OSHA 30hrs Construction safety, Mirdif Security & Safety Consultant, Dubai, UAE
Risk Management, Sheilds, Dubai, UAE
Project Management Professional, Zabeel Institute, Dubai, UAE

Professional Work Experience

HSE Advisor Jacobs International, Doha, Qatar

2014 – Present, Doha Metro Project (Red Line North Underground)

Provision of project management consultancy service to Qatar rail to ensure the delivery of a
world class H&S performance through innovation and promotion of proactive and progressive
H&S management, Monitor and report on the delivery of the Red Line North underground
project - in compliance with the HSE target. Support the development of an Accident Free
construction environment, Ensure that the environmental impact of the project is minimized.
Monitor and report on the ES&H program of the Contractor. Monitor the Safety Performance of
the Contractors personnel on site against appropriate Safety standards and the contractor’s
safety plans. Manage OH&S in an integrated systematic way designed to ensure compliance
with the law best practice and continuous improvement, Promote occupational health and
safety within the organization and develop safer and healthier ways of working, Reviewing the
Contractors daily work in the field against conformity to approved Work method statements,
Conducting labour camp inspection to monitor compliance against Migrant Workers Welfare
Standard including fire safety requirements.

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PMC HSE Engineer Dorsch Gruppe, Al ruwais UAE

2013 – 2014, ADNOC (Civil Project Division)

Review submitted Method statement and Risk Assessment, work permits for plants and other
specific works such as lifting permits, traffic permits, hot work permits, lock out/tag out
permit, confined space entry permit, and lifting activities. Oversee the daily implementation of
HSE regulation in the construction works of substructures, superstructures, concreting works
of foundation, slabs, beams, columns, installation of MEP, plastering, water proofing’s,
installation of cable trays, fire fighting equipment. Supervise the erection and dismantling of
tower cranes, erection and dismantling of scaffolding. Advise and gave guidance to the
contractors in effectiveness of fire emergency plan. Monitors project activities; ensuring
compliance to all client safety policy and procedure guidelines, Advise the project management
of contractual and statutory safety and loss prevention requirements applicable to project
operations / activities. Ensure the relevant OHS matters are implemented and maintained by
the contractor to protect stakeholders, facility and the environment.

Sr. Safety Officer Thales International Middle East, Dubai, UAE

2012 – 2013, Dubai International Airport Terminal 3

Carry out site inspection and ensure that the issues identified are corrected immediately and
hazards are communicated with the work force, Closely monitor scaffold erection / dismantling
work, permit-required confined space entries, MEWP work / lifting operations, hot work,
equipment energisation, and similar hazardous activities. Ensures that all relevant
requirements are compliance. Carries out daily site surveys to ensure safe work methods are
implemented, adequate fire and fall protection are in place, welfare facilities are properly
maintained, approved PPE & tools are being used and properly worn. Report to Dubai Civil
Aviation on cases falling under the Reportable Occurrence Investigation Report as instructed
by Safety manager. Carry out audits of health and safety management systems and work with
safety officers on the development and implementation of action plans. Assist in the
identification of health and safety training needs, Establish policies and promote the best
standards of health & safety, fire and environmental protection with due consideration being
given to the level of risk and the most cost beneficial approaches. Support the Thales Safety
Leadership Programme & Behavioural Based Safety activities in enhancing the Safety Culture
on Project.

HSE Engineer Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Rail System),UAE

2008 – 2011, Dubai Metro Project (Red Line & Green Line)
Communicate “Permit to work system” on high risk activities; implement safe system and
develop programs to minimize property damage and losses. Prepare job safety analysis on all
activities; prepare accident notification report to management. Conduct training, Fire Safety
Inspection & Prevention while working inside the tunnel, Implement Emergency Evacuation/
Fire mock/Evacuation Drill. Responsible in the calibration and installation of H2S sensor.
Conduct risks assessment and device control measures for a specific job. Inform Safety
Manager of all HSE issues; coordinate with HSE staff main contractor/consultant. Issue safety
violation and other non-compliance notices with corresponding penalties to all unsafe acts and
conditions. Supervise lifting and unloading of train set/rolling stock during delivery. Coordinate
with all contractor site engineer and safety officer for electrical testing of High pot, HV132kv
and GIS prior to work. Check and record condition of trolley, unimogs, plant and equipment;
identify root cause of safety deficiencies and develop well targeted solutions. Inspect Traction
Power Supply Room (TPS), Depot Communication Electrical Room (DCER) and Signaling
Electrical & Communication Room. Carry out safety audits and inspections. Knowledge on
health, safety, environmental regulations local codes and safety procedures of UAE.

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Safety Engineer KCI-CRA Joint Venture, La Union, Philippines

2006 – 2007
Develop and implement environmental programs/procedures; ensure compliance to local
agencies. Identify unsafe condition and action of workers that causes risk. Develop control
measures to reduce risk to ALARP level. Administer projects, EH&S policies & procedures;
focused on potentially hazardous operations and emphasize proactive solution. Participate in
all identified safety reviews. Supervise construction and capital projects to assure
environmental, industrial hygiene and safety are implemented on every project. Conducted
monthly trainings and seminars on safety related issues. Ensure that HSE is applied in line
with the Project Design Criteria to the Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Pre
Commissioning/Commissioning phases of the Project.

Health, Safety & Environment Engineer DESCO Incorporated, Muntinlupa, Philippines

2003 – 2006
Provide professional advice on all health, safety and environmental matters within project site.
Possess good understanding of best practice standards, moral and economic requirements and
implications for good standards in health and safety in the execution of projects. Coordinate
provision of safety trainings to all staff to promote an effective health and safety culture.
Develop, maintain and implement departmental HSE policies, systems and procedures;
preparation and performance review of a health and safety audit. Involve in the investigation
of all incidents and near misses occur within organization; identify causes, record findings and
determine effective way of rectifying such problems. Plan-implement strategies for controlling
hazards, reducing risks and applying safe system of work. Good knowledge in identifying risk
and recommending suitable measure to combat the same. Control regulations of HSE to
minimized risk of human loss & material damage.

Achievements

Obtained Special Performance Award for impressive safety record from Dubai RTA in
December 2010.
Received Certificate of Commendation for excellence in safety practice from Mitsubishi
Heavy Industries Dubai Metro Project in September 2009.
Served as TCOMP (Testing Commissioning of Maintenance Procedure) facility controller
for the red line Energization test run.
Aided the achievement of a final year without fatality in an extremely demanding project.
Key achievements include delivery of an AFR of 0.12 as well as successfully delivering a
safety cultural programme that delivered real results with the support of a small team.
Managed oversight of the Dubai Metro test run program and Emergency Response
Planning (ERP).
Worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team analyzing safety concepts, hazard mitigation
approaches to ensure appropriate levels of risk reduction.
Improved health and safety awareness across the organization by organizing safety
trainings and implementing HSE policies and behavioral based safety Approach,
consistent with local requirements.

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 Trainings-Seminars

Attended and completed comprehensive training program for Oil & Gas such as Drilling
2
Technology, H S and SCBA Instruction, Basic Rig pass Safety Orientation, IADC RigPass
Accreditation Program, Scaffold inspection, Incident reporting and investigation, First Aid
training, Rigging inspection, Lifting plan & load calculations, ECITB ICE level 2, Incident
and Injury Free (IIF)Workshop.
Undergone training programs by Meralco Foundation Inc. like Calibration for process
instrumentation, Fundamentals of Electronics trouble shooting, Basic PLC, Electro-
Pneumatics, Industrial Electrician, Pneumatics Industrial Control and MS Office 2000.

Professional Affiliations

Philippine Society of Safety Professionals (PSSP-Dubai)

Filipino International Risk management Association (FIRMA)
National Fire protection Association(NFPA)
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health(IOSH-Middle East)Technician
International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (AIIRSM) Associate
Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) Affiliate
World Safety Organization (WSO-Qatar chapter) Affiliate

IT Skills

Well versed in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Personal Details

Nationality : Filipino
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Date of Birth : 18 September 1979
Marital Status : Married
Visa Status : Qatari Residence Permit
Driving License : Qatar driving license, International
Languages : English, Tagalog, Hindi
Passport # : EC2667542

Reference

Available upon request

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