Özcan Özçatalbaş
Istanbul,34
Summary
Safety professional with 20+ experience in Oil and Gas; construction, commissioning, and operations. Managed multinational teams in order achieve safe and on time completion of projects. Articulate Safety Manager with +20-year track record of developing and implementing successful safety programs. Experienced in cultivating safe and positive work environments to reduce risk, increase morale and promote overall commitment to safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Safety Manager
Tüpraş
01.2018 - Current
- Implemented control of work (CoW) practices in 4 refineries
- Train and mentor safety organization
- Managed and successfully completed implementation of electronic permit to work project (ePTW)
- Developed and established reporting system complying with international best practices.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective action plans.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain corporate safety policies and procedures.
- Audited subcontractor safety programs to ensure alignment with company standards and mitigate liability concerns during project partnerships.
- Conducted thorough hazard analyses for new projects, mitigating potential risks before commencing work.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, fostering a constantly evolving safety culture.
- Reduced incident rates through comprehensive safety training programs for all employees.
- Managed OSHA compliance efforts, resulting in improved audit scores and reduced violations.
- Mentored junior personnel in best practices for efficient offshore construction management techniques, enhancing their professional skills development.
- Managed procurement processes for necessary equipment and materials, negotiating favorable contracts that contributed to overall project cost savings.
- Resolved conflicts among team members swiftly and professionally, promoting a cohesive working environment conducive to productivity.
Safety Lead
TANAP
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Coordination of safety teams at pipeline, compressor stations and offshore.
- Preparation and implementation of Safety procedures for Nature Gas Pipeline Operations
- Part of HAZID team for construction and operations
- Investigated incidents to determine root causes, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Created a system for tracking near-miss reports, enabling timely investigation and prevention of future incidents.
- Organized and delivered comprehensive safety presentations for new hires as part of their onboarding process.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
HSE Manager
Petrofac, U.A.E
12.2014 - 03.2016
- Managing multinational contractors of ROO (BP), with multinational team in Basra – Iraq to ensure that fully compliance in place with client procedures
- Site Inspections, reporting to client
- CoW contractor coordination.
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for +1000 employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
Safety Coordinator
Foster Wheeler
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Advisory to Client (SOCAR) safety team
- Site coordination and inspection
- Reporting to client and FW Headquarter.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
Hse Manager
Tekfen
12.2012 - 07.2014
- Managing multinational contractors of ROO (BP), with multinational team in Basra – Iraq to ensure that fully compliance in place with client procedures
- Site Inspections, reporting to client
- Training of local safety personnel
- CoW contractor coordination.
Safety Supervisor & Manager
Botas International Limited (Operator Of BTC Pl)
11.2004 - 11.2012
- Safety lead in Commissioning Phase.
- Development and implementation of Safety procedures (BP)
- Implementation and trainings of PTW System
- Part of process safety team – HAZOP team.
- Incident Investigation Team Lead.
Offshore Construction Safety Lead
Tekfen
05.2003 - 11.2004
- Managing safety teams of Jetty – Offshore construction project
- Managing jetty construction contractors.
- Reporting to client.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, resulting in increased staff competency levels.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, providing detailed reports for management review.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Master of Science - Incident Investigation
Cukurova Uni.
Adana, 0101.2014
Mechanical Engineer -
Istanbul Tech. Uni
Istanbul, 3401.2000
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Knowledge of O&G Safety Regulations
- Time and team management
- Incident Reporting
- Safety program development
- Knowledgeable in Sustainability - ESG
- Compliance Management
- Training Program Development
- Project Coordination
- Incident Investigation
Certification
- Nebosh IGC
- Former Nebosh Tutor
- Nebosh Process Safety
- Auditing
- Incident Investigation
- HAZOP Member
- Atex & Facility Siting
Personal Information
Title: Safety Professional
Timeline
Corporate Safety Manager
Tüpraş
01.2018 - Current
Safety Lead
TANAP
03.2016 - 01.2018
HSE Manager
Petrofac, U.A.E
12.2014 - 03.2016
Safety Coordinator
Foster Wheeler
07.2014 - 12.2014
Hse Manager
Tekfen
12.2012 - 07.2014
Safety Supervisor & Manager
Botas International Limited (Operator Of BTC Pl)
11.2004 - 11.2012
Offshore Construction Safety Lead
Tekfen
05.2003 - 11.2004
Master of Science - Incident Investigation
Cukurova Uni.
Mechanical Engineer -
Istanbul Tech. Uni