DILEK CANKURT
ISTANBUL
Summary
- Experienced professional specializing in the implementation of Global Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures on the shopfloor.
- Practical application of HSE protocols is ensured on-site, with local procedures kept up-to-date and documentation managed using QDMS.
- Expertise includes risk management and cultural change initiatives, utilizing 5-Why and Fishbone Failure Analyses to address root causes of incidents and near-misses.
- Cultural shifts within teams have been facilitated by conducting regular meetings with production teams to assess daily operations, risks, and triggers, with a focus on HSE discussions.
- Key roles include equipment maintenance and engineering investments, managing HSE-related processes, and maintaining continuous communication with the Engineering and Maintenance Manager.
- Adherence to machinery safety protocols and compliance with SEVESO regulations is ensured.
- Cultural change initiatives are led, implementing Life Saving Rules and Golden Principle that empower all employees to halt operations in unsafe conditions. Monthly audits of all processes are conducted as part of a commitment to HSE compliance.
- Participation in the Corporate HSE Audit process includes auditing approximately 600 questions across 28 sub-elements, contributing to the site achieving the highest score in the EMEA region this year.
- Management of Hazard Study processes is conducted using the PHA-Pro system, with certifications held as a Hazard Study Leader.
- Close collaboration with the Engineering Manager on process safety and asset integrity management ensures HSE remains integral to these processes. Proficiency in SEVESO requirements is demonstrated.
- Oversight of both global and local KPIs is maintained, with reports and action plans provided to senior management in safety, water management, energy saving, and sustainability initiatives.
- Active implementation of 5S and Kaizen practices from an HSE perspective. - Proficiency in reading P&IDs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4022
4022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HSE&S Manager
AkzoNobel
Gebze
06.2021 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures, leading to a reduction in workplace incidents
- Conducted regular global safety audits and assessments to ensure compliance with local and international regulations
- Led training programs for employees on safety protocols and environmental best practices
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives that promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact
- Managed incident investigations and prepared reports for regulatory agencies
- Managed HSE Scorecard (HSE Critical KPI's) with Site Management Team
- Analyzed Near-misses & Hazards Reports and conducted 5-Why Analysis Actions
- Managed Hazard Studies (HAZOP) as a HS Leader
- Implemented Process Safety Fundamentals
- Worked with other functional teams to enhance safety measures
- Managed team dynamics by implementing conflict resolution strategies.
Senior Q-HSE Leader
Borusan Logistics - P&G TR
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Ensured compliance with requirements shared by customer (P&G) in specific SOPs
- Conducted daily site tours, reported identified risks, and investigated incidents
- Provided guidance and advice to the leadership team
- Reported and analyzed KPIs
- Managed risk and followed up on mitigation measures
- Tracked P&G 9 KPI Audit Action Plan and ensured completion
- Collaborated with other functional teams for HSE Procedure Implementation
- Supported safety improvement projects at the site
Environmental Engineer
Enor Energy
09.2012 - 01.2016
- Prepared offers for wastewater treatment plant projects
- Created wastewater treatment plant designs
- Designed and conducted feasibility studies for biogas plants in Turkey
- Performed engineering calculations
Education
Master Degree - Risk Management, HSE Law and Legislation, Occupational Safety Engineering, Industrial Ergonomics, Statistics in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Risk Assessment
Istanbul University
Istanbul 01.2015 - 01.2016
Environmental Engineering -
Sakarya University
Sakarya 01.2007 - 01.2012
Food Engineering -
Sakarya University
Sakarya 01.2008 - 01.2012
Graduate -
Uskudar Anadolu High School
IstanbulGraduate -
Private Fenerbahce College
IstanbulSkills
- Knowledge of regulatory standards
- KPI tracking
- Crisis handling
- Training and Development
- Database management
- Analytical-thinking
- Change management
- Risk assessment
- Machinary safety
- Environ management
- Project & Budget management
- Contractor safety
- Incident investigation
- Process safety
- Auditing
- Policy development
Websites
Certification
- Class A Occupational Health & Safety Expert
- AkzoNobel Hazard Study & Process Safety Leader Training (Virtual), 2024
- AkzoNobel Process Safety Training (in Dubai), 2022
- IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health), 2018
- HSE Training for Managers, 2018
- 1st Level Fire Trainer Training, 2018
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Internal Auditor, 2017
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Internal Auditor Certificate, 2017
Languages
English
Fluent
Turkish
Native
German
Elementary
Accomplishments
P&G Warehouse Culture Change Program Honor Award (2020)
P&G Behavioral Observation System Project Award (2019)
Timeline
HSE&S Manager
AkzoNobel
06.2021 - 03.2025
Senior Q-HSE Leader
Borusan Logistics - P&G TR
01.2016 - 01.2021
Master Degree - Risk Management, HSE Law and Legislation, Occupational Safety Engineering, Industrial Ergonomics, Statistics in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Risk Assessment
Istanbul University
01.2015 - 01.2016
Environmental Engineer
Enor Energy
09.2012 - 01.2016
Food Engineering -
Sakarya University
01.2008 - 01.2012
Environmental Engineering -
Sakarya University
01.2007 - 01.2012
Graduate -
Uskudar Anadolu High School
Graduate -
Private Fenerbahce College