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Yaser Soltan Elsayed

Chief Executive Officer at Art Factory Media - AFM

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Work Experience

  • Chief Executive OfficerFull Time

    Art Factory Media - AFM

    Dec 2020 - Present -4 yrs, 7 months

    United Arab Emirates , Sharjah

    • Job Details:• Drive profitability, managing the organizational structure, creating the strategy, related plans and policies • Oversee the ongoing operations of all divisions in the company, manage and direct the company toward its primary goals and objectives • Direct decisions at the executive level and lead to consider major decisions including scale expansion • Promote communication and cooperation among divisions to create a spirit of unity throughout the company • Review the results of all departments, comparing them with the company’s objectives and taking appropriate measures to correct unsatisfactory performance and results • Ensure the company’s compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards • Review operational performance and highlight improvement opportunities • Manage risk profiles to maintain acceptable levels in line with board requirements • Built productive relationships with industry partners to meet strategic business objectives • Verify company conformance with business policies and procedures for compliant working practices • Develop methods of tracking expenses, control company budget and devise new ways to save cost while maintaining excellent service records • Devise key initiatives that drove substantial business growth • Improve long-term business sustainability through policy and process adaptations • Optimize resource use to limit loss and improve sustainability • Review reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.
  • HSSEQ Senior SuperintendentFull Time

    Saipem

    Dec 2009 - Nov 2020 -10 yrs, 11 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:• Lead by example to motivate hardworking, target-driven operational teams • Ensure compliance with the HSE management system and international regulations and standards • Enforce company policies, core values, legal, business, and client requirements • Develop annual HSE goals, initiatives, and tracking plan • Plan and develop training programs to improve safety performance, assess progress and areas for improvement • Break recommendations down into actionable steps, create a logical, detailed, and step-by-step, SMART action plan • Achieve excellent results within specified timeframes to meet client needs • Lead section heads, operators, and contractors to achieve tasks within budget and timeframe targets • Directly supervise teams on a daily basis to meet daily productivity KPIs • Regularly conduct HSSE audits and inspections for onshore sites and offshore operations • Prepare staff and work environments for external audits and inspections, and support performance analysis • Organize and implement HSE campaigns with top management to promote awareness, education, and behavioral change, preventing incidents, injuries, and enhancing overall safety throughout the company • Report maintenance and repair tasks promptly to minimize operational downtime • Evaluate and learn from past experiences before launching new initiatives • Present monthly reports on productivity and downtime, identifying improvement opportunities • Conduct gap analyses and HSE risk assessments at the organizational unit level, evaluating operations and providing sufficient information to measure overall standards • Identify project constraints and implement corrective actions to eliminate delays • Implement changes in risk management with the results shaping key aspects of the change management strategy and plans, particularly the communication strategy • Ensure compliance with HSSE-related legislative requirements, client standards, and company procedures for onshore and offshore operations • Conduct onshore and offshore compliance monitoring activities as required by operations • Provide recommendations based on conclusions and risk assessments of identified hazards • Conduct incident investigations and analyze incidents based on information gathered through a thorough examination of all contributing factors and root causes.
  • West Middle East HSE ManagerFull Time

    Baker Hughes

    Oct 2005 - Nov 2009 -4 yrs, 1 month

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:• A significant HSE milestone achievement at Baker Oil Tools and subcontractors, resulting in the enhancement, creation, and alteration of procedures, designs, and working environments, both strategically and operationally • Develop, implement, and monitor of HSE policies and site-specific procedures, as well as ensuring compliance across all locations • Introduce, implement, and translate Baker Hughes HSE management system in accordance with OHSA 18001, ISO 14000, ISO 9001, and other internationally recognized standards • Manage health, safety, and environmental to provide the best compliance advice possible for various projects and contracts • Conduct thorough managers and employees training to improve HSE performance in various scenarios and educate on related laws and regulations • Advise managers about hazards and non-compliant practices and initiated enforced changes • Create detailed reports on inspection and audit findings, enabling business to adapt improved safety measures • Deliver high-quality results within budget and timeframe targets • Advise senior stakeholders on cost-effective risk management strategies • Improve workplace safety through regular compliance assessments • Conduct site inspections to create hazard-free environment • Prepare reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environment KPIs • Support return to work programs for optimized employee reestablishment • Promote safe working practices, enabling staff safety and wellbeing • Perform risk assessments in line with HSE guidelines and submitted reports for action • Stop work activities under unsafe working conditions and reported issues to managers for action • Investigate incidents, root cause analyses and create corrective actions • Record hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation • Implement and monitor programs intended to reduce environmental pollution • Create waste disposal strategies for compliance with environmental requirements.
  • Navigation/QHSSE OfficerFull Time

    Kuwait Oil Tanker Company – KOTC

    Aug 1997 - Sep 2005 -8 yrs, 1 month

    Kuwait , Al Ahmadi

    • Job Details:• With minimal supervision and adherence to tight schedules, my responsibilities include ship and cargo handling, supervision of crew members, and ensuring safety equipment is properly utilized and maintained • Responsible for managing the implementation and execution of the International Safety Management (ISM) system • Carefully review the company's safety management system (SMS) to ensure compliance and proper execution of procedures • Handle and operate crude oil and LPG vessels, ensuring adherence to navigation, seamanship, and all relevant maritime laws and regulations • Perform technical maintenance on firefighting and survival equipment • Regularly assess and service lifesaving appliances and fire equipment, in accordance with the FFA code and the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) • Provide professional training to deck/engine officers, and crew members • Coordinate HSSE/QA activities and ensure the safety induction and training of officers, engineers, crew members, new joiners, and new hires according to the HSSE training plan • Directed by the safety committee to attend eight dry-docks to oversee vessel renovations and ensure the issuance of the Safety Management Certificate (SMC) in accordance with the safety management system (SMS).
  • Education

    • Bachelor (BE/B. Tec.) degree in Maritime Transport and Nautical in Maritime Transport and Nautical Technology

      Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AAST)

      Jan 1991 - Jan 1997 - 6 yr

    Achievements

    • Designated as team leader in 1998 with the objective of promoting sound management and good operating practices within the company and its’ fleet. This effort resulted in ISM certification and a "Merit Certificate" from the United States Coast Guard. • Received the "Baker Oil Tools HSE Leader Excellence Award" in 2006 for outstanding dedication and commitment that led to the redesign of procedures and work environments in both strategic and operational HSE management systems. • Received the "HSE Recognition Excellence Award" in 2012 from Saipem Steering Committee & Executive Management for outstanding determination, commitment, and dedication in achieving HSE goals and plans. • Received the "Theater Premier Prize" and first position three years in a row (2021, 2022, and 2023) from the Sharjah Institute of Theatrical Arts for exceptional plays focused on bridging cultural differences and addressing youth challenges.

    Skills

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    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

      Fluent
    • Italian

      Intermediate

    Training & Certifications

    • NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

      2024
    • Integrated Management System Internal Auditor Certificate – 45001 – 9001 – 14001

      2023
    • IOSH Managing Safely

      2023
    • Management of Change in Process Safety

      2023
    • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Management

      2023
    • Disaster Management With Advanced Emergency Response Principles

      2023
    • Applied Principle of Work Place Safety Compliance

      2023
    • Construction Industry HSE Management System & Practioner Responsibilities

      2023
    • COSHH - Control of Substance Hazardous to Health C

      2023
    • Environmental Management Sustainability

      2023
    • Essentials of Fire Safety Principles

      2023
    • First Aid at Work

      2023
    • Incident Investigation Root Cause Analysis

      2012
    • Prevention and Combating of Marine Pollution

      2011
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