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Interview with Ramadass

"I would like to learn comprehensively about skills and techniques for overseeing matters related to environment, health, and safety management."

Ramadass
Senior HSE Specialist
Saudi Arabia

Postgraduate Certificate in Environment, Health & Safety Management | Batch 2022

Please tell us about yourself.

My name is Ramadass, and I hail from the southern part of India. I've been working with Bechtel as a Senior HSE specialist  in Saudi Arabia since 2015. Previously, I worked in Singapore from 2002 to 2015 in different capacities and responsibilities.

What drew you to the programme you're studying at UniAthena? Do you think it would help you realize your career goals?

My passion is to upgrade myself in terms of education to gain new skills and knowledge, enabling me to grow professionally and meet organization expectations. I strongly believe this course will provide the requisite skills and knowledge I crave.

What would you like to learn next?

I would like to learn comprehensively about skills and techniques for overseeing matters related to environment, health, and safety management.

What are your next career steps?

I aspire to be a competent HSE Manager in the organization. In order to accomplish my goal, it is important to learn new skills through new courses to meet my professional aspirations in the future.

How has your academic journey prepared you for your career?
 

Well, of course, working in the HSE field, I encountered a lot of challenges. The diverse courses I attended prepared me well to adopt a professional approach for field projects.

Tell us about a time you planned and accomplished a challenging goal.

There have been many instances where I've confronted challenging goals. Yet, I would like to highlight the critical factors that helped me overcome challenges, including teamwork, professional communication, mutual respect, and brainstorming sessions with the team.

Considering all the people you have met in your field, what personal attributes do you believe are essential for success?

Over the years I have been working in different industries, I have come to believe personal attributes such as initiative, willingness to learn, confidence, adaptability, and integrity are essential to success.

Describe a time you stepped outside your comfort zone and demonstrated leadership skills.

I presented myself in front of a crowd and convinced myself to present my idea with conviction. Finally, it was a success for me. This happened to me in 2006, when I transitioned from a technical role to an HSE role.

Which book would you recommend as a must-read for everyone, and why?

I would recommend reading some historical books, as it allows us to learn more about different cultures and values as well as broaden our perspective.

What is your dream job, and why?

My dream job is to become an influential leader in my field and leverage my skills to help the organization.

Do you have any message for professionals just starting out in their careers?

Everyone knows that starting a new career is an exciting milestone. I believe it has to be approached with great enthusiasm and drive for learning. I wish you all the best for a successful career move.

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