Austin Obule
Emovworho
HSE Professional | Mechanical Engineering Graduate | Entrepreneur | Founder of Auster FM
Welcome to the professional profile of Austin Obule Emovworho, a Health, Safety and Environment professional with experience supporting oil and gas, construction, infrastructure, heavy lifting and maintenance operations in Qatar. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and occupational health and safety, Austin is committed to workplace safety, risk management, operational excellence and continuous professional development. He is also the founder of Auster FM, reflecting his entrepreneurial vision and ambition to build and develop innovative ventures.
About Me
Committed to Safety,
Driven by Purpose
I am a certified HSE Professional with over 8 years of hands-on experience supporting oil and gas, heavy lifting, construction and infrastructure projects in Qatar. My work is centered on ensuring workplace safety, managing risk and driving operational excellence across complex environments.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and advanced safety qualifications including NEBOSH IGC, NEBOSH Process Safety Management and an OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, I bring both technical depth and practical safety leadership to every project I support.
Career Journey
Professional Experience
HSE Officer
Marbu Construction WLL
- Supervise daily HSE operations on construction works, ensuring compliance with Qatar HSE regulations and international safety standards.
- Monitor Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems, lifting operations, crane activities and excavation works to keep high-risk tasks under control.
- Conduct workplace inspections, HSE audits and risk assessments; track contractor compliance.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Deliver toolbox talks, safety inductions and HSE training; coordinate emergency response drills.
- Prepare HSE reports and maintain compliance records.
HSE Officer
NOB Heavy Lift Qatar
- Ensured compliance with Qatar HSE regulations and international standards during crane and heavy lifting operations.
- Reviewed lifting plans, risk assessments and method statements.
- Monitored PTW systems to ensure safe execution of works.
- Inspected lifting equipment and accessories; conducted daily site inspections and lifting audits.
- Ensured lifting areas were barricaded and signed off with a competent lifting supervisor, with a rigger in place.
- Delivered toolbox talks and safety inductions; investigated incidents and implemented corrective actions.
- Maintained HSE reports and safety statistics.
HSE Officer
Boom Construction Company
- Implemented project HSE plans, policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with the PTW system; monitored PPE compliance and housekeeping standards.
- Performed risk assessments, JSA and JHA; conducted daily workplace inspections and HSE audits.
- Ensured underground utilities were identified and protected before excavation.
- Inspected fire extinguishers, lifting accessories, hand tools and equipment.
- Investigated incidents, accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.
- Delivered toolbox talks, pre-task briefings and safety inductions; coordinated emergency response and evacuation procedures.
- Prepared HSE reports and maintained safety records.
Qualifications
Education & Certifications
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Delta State University, Oleh, Nigeria
March 2010 – January 2015
OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Educare International Institute for Higher Education
EQF Level 6 • Awarded 1 September 2025
Awarding Organization: OTHM Qualifications
Professional Certifications
Expertise
Core Professional Skills
Entrepreneurship
Building a Vision Through Auster FM
Beyond his professional career in health and safety, Austin Obule Emovworho is the founder of Auster FM — a professional facility maintenance and cleaning company based in Doha, Qatar. Auster FM delivers reliable, quality-assured cleaning and maintenance solutions for residential, commercial and industrial properties across Qatar.
Through this venture, he brings his entrepreneurial vision to life and seeks to build a recognizable brand with a strong identity and a forward-looking approach. Auster FM is ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certified, reflecting the same commitment to quality, safety and environmental responsibility that defines Austin’s professional career.
Services Offered
In the Field
Photo Gallery
A glimpse of Austin on site across heavy-lift, construction and maintenance projects in Qatar — alongside moments from his personal brand.
On-Site Footage
Toolbox safety talk with the crew
Heavy-lift operation on site
Steel structure installation
Lifting & rigging in progress
Guiding Principles
Vision & Values
To contribute to safer workplaces, stronger organizations and sustainable business growth through professional competence, responsible leadership and continuous improvement.
Safety & Responsibility
Ensuring every workplace is safe and every worker goes home unharmed.
Integrity & Professionalism
Upholding the highest ethical standards in every professional engagement.
Continuous Learning
Pursuing knowledge and qualifications to stay at the forefront of the field.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Working together to achieve shared goals and build stronger organizations.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Turning ideas into impactful ventures that create lasting value.
Quality & Accountability
Delivering excellence and taking ownership of every outcome.
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