Eng. Hisham Gamal

Profile Summary
Eng. Hisham Gamal is a veteran aviation and aerodrome safety engineer with over 16 years of experience spanning airport operations, airside safety, HSE management, aerodrome licensing, and risk mitigation. Currently serving as HSE Manager at NANCO Group in Riyadh, he plays a pivotal role in overseeing safety and regulatory compliance across airside operations at King Khalid International Airport. As a certified Safety Post Holder by GACA, he has led complex airport certification processes and implemented robust safety management systems. His experience includes critical roles at Hurghada International Airport and the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation, where he conducted audits, led emergency responses, and supervised quality and risk systems in high-pressure aviation environments.

Professional Experience

HSE Manager – Airports & Aviation Safety Engineer, NANCO Group
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
December 2019 – Present

Lead airport safety operations, inspections, and regulatory compliance at King Khalid International Airport.
Supervise ground handling operations, airside safety practices, and occupational safety protocols.
Coordinate with GACA to ensure adherence to GACAR Part 151 & 68 certification standards.
Oversee HSE training, incident response, and emergency preparedness initiatives.

Aerodromes Safety Engineer, Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation
Hurghada International Airport, Egypt
March 2013 – September 2020

Conducted regular runway, taxiway, and apron inspections for fault detection and risk mitigation.
Managed accident response and reporting for aircraft and vehicle incidents.
Oversaw airside driving rules enforcement and FOD monitoring.
Ensured compliance with safety standards during airside construction and fueling operations.
Coordinated crash and rescue drills with ATC and emergency services.

Quality & Safety Manager, NANCO for Transportation and Airport Services
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Developed and implemented ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 14001:2015 systems.
Led quality audits and training for airside and ground support personnel.
Directed occupational safety efforts and supervised airport fueling station operations.

Aeronautical Engineer, AMC Airlines
Egypt
March 2010 – June 2012

Performed aircraft maintenance on airframe and engines.
Supported airworthiness compliance and technical inspections for scheduled flights.

Mechanical Engineer, Mercedes Benz – German Auto Service
Egypt
January 2012 – May 2014

Conducted diagnostic and maintenance services for high-performance vehicles.

Education
Bachelor’s in Aeronautical Engineering
Egyptian Aviation Academy, Cairo, Egypt
Graduated with distinction

Skills

Aerodrome Safety & Airside Operations
Airport Licensing & Certification (GACAR Part 151 & 68)
Ground Handling Oversight
HSE & Occupational Safety Management
Aviation Quality Assurance (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001)
Aircraft Maintenance (Airframe & Engines)
Emergency Response & Crash Rescue Coordination
Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Regulatory Compliance (GACA, ICAO)
Aviation Risk Management

Achievements

Appointed Safety Post Holder by GACA
Developed full Quality & Safety Management System at Hurghada International Airport
5+ years of successful Gulf aviation safety experience
Certified internal auditor for multiple ISO standards
Pioneered airport licensing procedures in the Middle East

Contact Information
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/engineer-hisham-gamal-2b745110b/
Email: info@heshamgamal.com
Website: www.heshamgamal.com