Mohammad Rizwan
Process Safety Engineer | HSE / EHS Engineer | HSE Compliance Engineer
worcester
Summary
NEBOSH-certified Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) professional with 3+ years of cross-functional experience in chemical manufacturing, oil & gas, and process safety environments. Proven record of enhancing safety culture through rigorous audits, risk assessments, and SDS compliance. Skilled in hazard control, regulatory alignment (COMAH, COSHH, REACH), and digital documentation systems. Strong communicator, collaborative team member, and champion of continuous improvement in safety-critical operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Trainee Compliance Engineer
Hammond Chemicals Ltd
- Led internal safety reviews and conducted risk assessments across COMAH-classified sites.
- Updated and revalidated risk assessments across 20+ industrial solvents, reviewing hazards, handling/storage controls, and documentation to support COSHH/COMAH/REACH compliance.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with COSHH and REACH by reviewing and updating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) using ChemGes.
- Maintained SAP-based compliance logs, tracked corrective actions, and supported ISO 45001 initiatives.
- Performed root cause analyses (RCA) on safety incidents and contributed to CAPA reports.
- Implemented AI-based Excel macros to automate compliance documentation and streamline inventory tracking.
- Updated product specifications on the company website to keep technical/product information accurate and aligned with controlled documentation.
Chemical Production Process Engineer
Taiga Apparel
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Reduced garment defects by 90% via SPC and RCA implementation.
- Increased production efficiency by 25% through Lean and Six Sigma-inspired practices.
- Drove sustainability by cutting production waste by 30%.
- Designed water purification system, reducing freshwater usage significantly.
- Maintained COSHH & REACH compliance across all chemical processes.
Chemical Process & Design Engineer
OGDCL
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed upstream oil & gas unit operations (e.g. separators, exchangers, pumps), enhancing throughput and reliability.
- Conducted process simulations with Aspen HYSYS and developed PFDs/P&IDs in multidisciplinary teams.
- Led pilot-scale trials and calculated mass/energy balances for regulatory approval and performance efficiency.
Education
MSc - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
University of Worcester
UK01.2024
BSc - Chemical Engineering
University of the Punjab
12.2019
Skills
HSE & Risk Management: NEBOSH, COSHH, REACH, COMAH, HAZOP, ALARP, Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, RCA, Emergency Preparedness, Safety Case DevelopmentAudits & Compliance: SDS Management, Internal Safety Audits, ISO 45001 Support, SAP-based Reporting, Regulatory Documentation, ChemGesProcess Safety & Operations: Hazard Analysis, Process Safety Management (PSM), Excel Macro Automation, AI Tools for Safety ForecastingSustainability & Efficiency: Lean Manufacturing, Waste Reduction, Water Recycling, Supply Chain Awareness, Operational Streamlining
Certification
NEBOSH General Certificate
Skills
NEBOSH, COSHH, REACH, COMAH, HAZOP, ALARP RCA, Emergency Preparedness, Safety Case Development, SDS Management, Internal Safety Audits, ISO 45001 Standards, SAP-based Reporting, Regulatory Documentation, Hazard Analysis, Process Safety Management (PSM), Incident Investigation, AI Tools for Safety Forecasting, Excel Macro Automation, Lean Manufacturing, Waste Reduction, Water Recycling, Supply Chain Awareness, Operational Streamlining
Final Year Projects
- MSc Dissertation - University of Worcester, Role of AI Technologies in Improving Organisational Decision-Making in the UK Manufacturing Sector. Explored the integration of AI for predictive maintenance, process control, and safety data management. Emphasized digital risk reduction in manufacturing environments.
- BSc Design Project - University of the Punjab, Plant Design for Production of 351 Tons/Day of Methanol via CO₂ Hydrogenation. Focused on safe plant design, equipment layout, and economic evaluation. Addressed carbon emission control and hazard mitigation through process design.
Timeline
Chemical Production Process Engineer
Taiga Apparel
07.2021 - 08.2022
Chemical Process & Design Engineer
OGDCL
03.2020 - 06.2021
BSc - Chemical Engineering
University of the Punjab
Trainee Compliance Engineer
Hammond Chemicals Ltd
MSc - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
University of Worcester