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Dancing, Reading, Travelling
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SINI MATHEW

SINI MATHEW

Assistant Director, Health & Safety
Singapore

Summary

Talented Assistant Director with expertise in program management and special projects. Proficient in workplace health & safety and developing the safety management system and operations; review of research and ethics protocols, risk assessment administrator and the review of risk assessments, internal audits with relevance to chemical, biological, radiation safety or safety management standards

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Assistant Director, Health & Safety

Nanyang Technological University Singapore
08.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety and health management system across multiple science schools, such as the School of Biological Sciences and Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, significantly enhancing workplace safety compliance and adherence to regulations by developing strategic safety protocols.
  • Led the NTU IBC Secretariat and Biosafety Training Programme, advancing essential safety protocols and training, which markedly improved safety awareness and practices by curating targeted educational content and hands-on training sessions.
  • Initiated and curated a Learning Series with global Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) experts at NTU, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in safety standards by organizing and hosting international safety workshops and seminars.

Assistant Director, Health & Safety

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University
08.2012 - 07.2023
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive Safety Management System at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, enhancing workplace safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Orchestrated strategic planning and execution of emergency drill scenarios in collaboration with SCDF and MOH, significantly improving preparedness and response capabilities for BSL3 operations.
  • Led a team of safety representatives from approximately 40 Principal Investigator/Faculty groups to develop lab-specific safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and risk management across the institution.

Manager, Health & Safety

National University of Singapore
06.2009 - 07.2012
  • Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive Safety Management System for the Life Science Institute, enhancing compliance with regulatory standards and improving workplace safety protocols.
  • Facilitated collaboration with regulatory bodies for medical school compliance, ensuring adherence to the highest safety and health regulations.
  • Led the formation and training of a safety representative team from 50 Principal Investigator/Faculty groups, achieving accolades in the form of gold/silver awards for excellence in safety management at the University level.

Research Fellow

National University of Singapore
04.2007 - 03.2009
  • Led biocatalysis research projects, enhancing biofuel production efficiency by 20%, by guiding PhD, FYP, and intern students in rigorous lab protocols and safety standards.
  • Spearheaded the procurement of essential research materials, optimizing budget allocation and reducing costs by 15%, by implementing strategic procurement strategies.
  • Served as the primary safety representative for the PI lab, improving safety compliance by 25% through the meticulous management of SOPs, RA, and lab licenses.

Education

Special Diploma - Workplace Safety & Health

Singapore Institution of Safety Officers
10.2025

Ph.D. - Biotechnology

Sardar Patel University
10.2025

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Sardar Patel University
10.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry + Vocational Biotechnology

St Xavier's College, Gujarat University
10.2025

Skills

  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • First Aider / CPR AED
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry applications
  • Laboratory practices
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluations
  • Grant Proposals
  • Budgetary Controls
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Communications Management

Strategic planning

Operations management

Meeting facilitation

Regulatory compliance

Task delegation

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team operations

Risk analysis

Corporate governance

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Written communication

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Time management abilities

Scheduling and coordinating

Multitasking

Effective communication

Certification

IFBA Certifications Biorisk Management & Biorisk Assessment Biosafety Coordinator - International Federation of Bio safety Association

Dancing, Reading, Travelling

An indian classical trained dancer, performing at community centre events. 


Avid reader of science fiction books 


Love travelling to different places and understand the culture and admire the scenic beauty of the places

Timeline

Assistant Director, Health & Safety

Nanyang Technological University Singapore
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Director, Health & Safety

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University
08.2012 - 07.2023

Manager, Health & Safety

National University of Singapore
06.2009 - 07.2012

Research Fellow

National University of Singapore
04.2007 - 03.2009

Ph.D. - Biotechnology

Sardar Patel University

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Sardar Patel University

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry + Vocational Biotechnology

St Xavier's College, Gujarat University

Special Diploma - Workplace Safety & Health

Singapore Institution of Safety Officers
SINI MATHEWAssistant Director, Health & Safety