Muhammad Ahmed
Deputy Manager (Environmental Sustainability And Compliance)
Rahim Yar Khan
Summary
Highly accomplished Deputy Manager – Environmental Sustainability & Compliance having more than 12 years of experience in fertilizer, power generation, and oil & gas sectors. Proven expertise in regulatory compliance, environmental risk management, sustainability strategies, and process optimization to minimize environmental impact while ensuring operational excellence.
Adept at implementing ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems (EMS), IFC Performance Standards, and NEQS regulatory frameworks, ensuring strict adherence to national and international environmental regulations.
Proficient in air emissions control (CEMS, FGD, SCR), wastewater treatment (ETP, ZLD, RO), hazardous waste management (HWMP, OSCP), and carbon footprint reduction (CCS, GHG inventories, carbon trading mechanisms). Skilled in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA/IEE), Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting to drive corporate sustainability initiatives and align operations with decarbonization targets.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Manager (Environmental Sustainability)
ENGRO Corporation
07.2021 - Current
- Ensure compliance with Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA), National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS), IFC Sustainability Guidelines, and ISO 14001:2015 by integrating sustainability initiatives into fertilizer plant operations and obtaining necessary environmental permits.
- Develop and implement Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), energy efficiency programs, and ammonia production decarbonization strategies to minimize CO₂, CH₄, and N₂O emissions, aligning with corporate net-zero targets and ESG frameworks.
- Optimize Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems, and wastewater recycling initiatives to reduce fresh water intake, prevent water stress, and enhance sustainable water resource management.
- Implement waste minimization, resource recovery, and hazardous waste treatment programs for phosphogypsum, ammonia-contaminated sludge, and spent catalysts, promoting circular economy principles in fertilizer production.
- Integrate low-emission fertilizer production technologies, nitrogen-use efficiency (NUE) optimization, and advanced NOx/SO₂ scrubbing systems to reduce air pollution and environmental impact.
- Conduct Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), sustainability impact evaluations, and carbon accounting audits while preparing corporate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reports for regulatory bodies and stakeholders.
Team Lead (Environmental Risk & Compliance)
Fatima Fertilizer Company
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensure adherence to Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA), National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS), IFC Performance Standards, and ISO 14001:2015 by managing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Initial Environmental Examinations (IEE), and EPA regulatory approvals for fertilizer plant operations.
- Oversee the implementation of Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to track NOx, SO₂, CO₂, ammonia (NH₃), and particulate matter emissions from urea, ammonia, and nitric acid production units, ensuring compliance with emission standards.
- Monitor and optimize Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), Reverse Osmosis (RO) units, and Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) to ensure treated wastewater meets regulatory limits before discharge or reuse, preventing contamination of water bodies.
- Develop and enforce Hazardous Waste Management Plans (HWMP) for the proper handling, storage, and disposal of catalyst waste, ammonia-contaminated sludge, phosphogypsum, and process chemicals, along with Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure (SPCC) plans.
- Implement advanced dust suppression systems, bag filters, and scrubbers in granular urea and phosphatic fertilizer production to minimize particulate emissions and reduce workplace and environmental exposure risks.
- Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA) to identify potential environmental hazards and ensure compliance with process safety regulations.
- Oversee the implementation of leak detection and containment systems for ammonia storage tanks, hazardous waste disposal sites, and effluent ponds to prevent soil and groundwater contamination in and around the fertilizer plant.
- Lead internal environmental audits, gap assessments, and sustainability reporting while ensuring regulatory reporting to government agencies (EPA), corporate ESG compliance frameworks, and ISO 14001 certification audits.
- Drive greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction strategies, carbon capture & storage (CCS), and energy efficiency programs in fertilizer production, aligning with sustainability and decarbonization initiatives.
Senior Engineer (Environmental Compliance)
TNB Liberty Power Limited
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Ensure regulatory compliance with Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA), National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS), ISO 14001:2015, IFC Performance Standards, and local EPA regulations by obtaining and managing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Initial Environmental Examinations (IEE), and operational environmental permits for thermal and renewable energy plants.
- Monitor and control stack emissions (SO₂, NOx, CO₂, PM10, and VOCs) from thermal power plants using Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and optimize flue gas treatment processes such as Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), and Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) to ensure compliance with emission limits.
- Oversee wastewater treatment, cooling water discharge, and thermal pollution mitigation in compliance with NEQS and EPA standards by managing Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems, Reverse Osmosis (RO) units, and Waste Heat Recovery Systems (WHRS) in power plants.
- Implement Hazardous Waste Management Plans (HWMP), Oil Spill Contingency Plans (OSCP), and Transformer Oil Handling Protocols to ensure safe disposal of PCB-contaminated transformer oil, used lubricants, coal ash, and chemical sludge from power stations and substations.
- Conduct Environmental Risk Assessments (ERA), Ecological Baseline Studies, and Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Exposure Evaluations for power generation sites, substations, and transmission corridors to mitigate environmental and health risks.
- Manage the environmental impact of high-voltage transmission lines and substations by implementing avian protection plans, vegetation management strategies, and soil erosion control measures while ensuring minimal disruption to ecosystems and communities.
- Perform internal and external environmental audits, compliance monitoring, and sustainability reporting while preparing regulatory submissions for government agencies, corporate ESG frameworks, and ISO 14001 audits to ensure environmental performance aligns with global best practices.
Senior Engineer (Environmental Regulatory Affairs)
Italtec Energy Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Ensure compliance with Pakistan Environmental Protection Act (PEPA), National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS), IFC guidelines, and ISO 14001:2015 by obtaining and managing EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment), IEE (Initial Environmental Examination), and EPA approvals for upstream and downstream operations.
- Implement Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to track and control SO₂, NOx, CO₂, VOCs, and methane emissions from flaring, refining, and gas processing units while optimizing Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) strategies.
- Oversee the Produced Water Treatment System (PWTS), Reverse Osmosis (RO) Units, and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems to ensure wastewater treatment meets NEQS and EPA discharge limits before re-injection or disposal.
- Develop and enforce Hazardous Waste Management Plans (HWMP), Oil Spill Contingency Plans (OSCP), and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for proper handling, storage, and disposal of drilling mud, chemicals, and contaminated soil.
- Conduct Environmental Baseline Studies (EBS), Ecological Risk Assessments (ERA), and Leak Detection & Repair (LDAR) programs to identify potential environmental hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
- Manage land reclamation, soil remediation, and reforestation programs to rehabilitate exploration sites, prevent groundwater contamination, and minimize habitat destruction caused by drilling and production activities.
- Perform internal environmental audits, gap assessments, and environmental performance monitoring while preparing compliance reports for government regulators, corporate ESG frameworks, and sustainability initiatives to align with global environmental standards.
Engineer (Industrial Hygiene & Environment)
Descon Engineering Limited
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Conduct workplace exposure assessments for hazardous gases (H₂S, CO, NOx, SO₂, NH₃), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), silica dust, and welding fumes in shutdown and turnaround (TA) activities within power plants, fertilizer plants, and oil & gas facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA, ACGIH, and NEQS standards.
- Perform Personal Noise Dosimetry and Area Noise Surveys using Sound Level Meters (SLM) and Octave Band Analyzers to evaluate high-noise areas (boilers, turbines, compressors) and implement Hearing Conservation Programs (HCP) in compliance with NIOSH and OSHA guidelines.
- Assess heat stress risks in high-temperature operations such as furnace maintenance, catalyst regeneration, and confined space entry using Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) monitoring and recommend engineering and administrative controls to prevent heat-related illnesses.
- Conduct Gas Testing & Atmospheric Monitoring in confined spaces such as reactor vessels, cooling towers, HRSGs, and storage tanks before and during maintenance, ensuring compliance with OSHA 1910.146 and NFPA 350 for safe entry and work execution.
- Develop and implement Chemical Exposure Control Programs, assess Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS), and ensure the proper use of Respiratory Protection Equipment (SCBA, APR, PAPR) for workers handling corrosive, flammable, and toxic chemicals in turnaround projects.
- Lead industrial hygiene audits, air quality testing, and exposure monitoring programs, prepare regulatory compliance reports for EPA and OSHA authorities, and ensure adherence to ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards during major outage and TA projects.
Graduate Trainee Engineer (Operations)
Pak Arab Fertilizers Limited
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Learn and understand the process flow, unit operations, and chemical reactions involved in ammonia and urea including heat exchangers, reactors and distillation units.
- Gain hands-on experience in monitoring and operating critical equipment such as turbines, compressors, pumps, boilers, and cooling towers under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Develop knowledge of safety protocols, Permit to Work (PTW) system, emergency shutdown procedures, and HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) studies to ensure safe plant operations.
- Learn how to interpret DCS (Distributed Control System) and PLC system, monitor process parameters, and assist in troubleshooting deviations in real-time plant operations.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret process data, generate daily production reports, and assist in optimizing plant efficiency, energy consumption, and raw material usage.
Education
Master of Engineering - Chemical
NED University of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 10.2018 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical
NFC Institute of Engineering And Technology
Multan, Punjab, Pakistan 10.2007 - 04.2012
Skills
Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Frameworks
Carbon Footprint & GHG Emission Reduction
Water & Wastewater Management
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) & Sustainability Reporting
Air Emissions Control & Monitoring
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Integration
Environmental Audits & Risk Assessments
Affiliations
- Registered Engineer, Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), CHEM-10772
- Associate Member, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), 99964472
International Certifications (OHS)
- Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP), 09/01/23, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), USA
- International Diploma in Safety Engineering, 06/01/23, IDSE (Level-6) Qualifi Endorsed & Accredited, UK
- ISO 14001:2015 (Lead Auditor), 08/01/22, Environment Management Systems (EMS) TUV Austria, (CQI and IRCA Certified), Romania
- NEBOSH International General Certificate, 04/01/22, Certification in Occupational Safety and Health Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), UK
- Occupational Safety And Health Manager, 04/01/21, OSH Academy (48 Hours - Occupational Safety And Health)
- Construction Safety and Health Management, 08/01/20, OSH Academy (30 Hours - Construction Safety And Health)
- ISO 45001:2018 (Lead Auditor), 05/01/18, Occupational Health And Safety Management System (OHSMS) Proftech Leading Institute (CQI and IRCA Certified), UK
- Certified Six Sigma - Yellow Belt (CSSYB), 02/01/18, VMEdu. Incorporated, USA
- Certified Six Sigma - White Belt (CSSWB), 12/01/17, Aweta Business Institute, USA
- International Well Control Forum (IWCF), 04/01/17, Program Level 1
- IOSH Managing Safely (V-5.0), 04/01/17, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), UK
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/22/89
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Deputy Manager (Environmental Sustainability)
ENGRO Corporation
07.2021 - Current
Team Lead (Environmental Risk & Compliance)
Fatima Fertilizer Company
01.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Engineering - Chemical
NED University of Engineering And Technology
10.2018 - 11.2020
Senior Engineer (Environmental Compliance)
TNB Liberty Power Limited
02.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Engineer (Environmental Regulatory Affairs)
Italtec Energy Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
Engineer (Industrial Hygiene & Environment)
Descon Engineering Limited
10.2013 - 12.2014
Graduate Trainee Engineer (Operations)
Pak Arab Fertilizers Limited
09.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical
NFC Institute of Engineering And Technology
10.2007 - 04.2012
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