Олексій

ZHELDAK Oleksii
Senior EHS Leader

Location
Kyiv, Ukraine

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior EHS leader with 20 years of experience across FMCG and manufacturing industries. Led country-wide EHS programs for PepsiCo, AB InBev Efes, Geberit and Unilever, driving safety culture, regulatory compliance and deployment of global EHS standards. Experienced in manufacturing operations, crisis management and organizational transformation within multinational environments

KEY PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:
2023-currently

PEPSICO UKRAINE
Beverages, snacks, juices, dairy production
EHS manager Ukraine
• Led the EHS function across PepsiCo Ukraine manufacturing (3 plants) and supply chain (5 logistics sites) operations, ensuring alignment with global EHS strategy and corporate standards.
• Drove deployment of PepsiCo Global EHS Management System through audits, self-assessments, compliance reviews and continuous improvement programs.
• Partnered with senior supply chain and manufacturing leaders to integrate EHS objectives into operational decision-making and business planning.
• Transformed the country EHS organization, strengthening accountability, capability and governance across manufacturing operations.
• Developed and implemented a country-wide EHS performance scorecard, improving visibility of key risks and leadership ownership of corrective actions.
• Led safety culture improvement initiatives including behavioural safety, leadership engagement and zero-tolerance programs.
• Enhanced investigation quality and organizational learning through coaching of site leadership teams and direct involvement in high-potential events and serious incidents.
• Increased senior leadership engagement in EHS through structured governance, performance reviews and visible leadership programs.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2020-2023

ABINBEV EFES UKRAINE
Beer and soft drinks production
Safety manager Ukraine
• Led the safety agenda across Ukraine operations, covering 3 manufacturing sites, sales organization, headquarters and Business Service Center.
• Developed and executed the national safety strategy aligned with global corporate objectives and integrated business priorities.
• Established performance management processes, including EHS and operational KPIs, using the PDCA methodology to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
• Led the deployment of the Safety Pillar within the company’s integrated management system, supporting operational excellence and sustainable performance.
• Acted as the primary company representative for occupational safety matters with regulatory authorities and labour inspections, including participation in serious and fatal incident investigations.
• Monitored legislative developments and provided business-focused recommendations to ensure compliance while supporting operational efficiency.
• Developed and approved risk control strategies and safe work methodologies for critical and high-risk activities associated with post-war facility recovery and infrastructure restoration.
• Played a key leadership role in the safe restart of brewery operations following war-related disruptions, supporting business continuity and workforce protection.
• Partnered with plant leadership teams to strengthen safety culture, leadership engagement and risk management practices across all locations.

2018–2020

2018–2020
Geberit Plasticsч&Ceramic Production, LLC Ukraine/Geberit corporation, Switzerland
Acryl baths production/Sanitary Systems, Piping Systems, Sanitary Ceramics production
EHS manager – Head of EHS/member of corporate safety team
• Led integration of Geberit EHS standards and management systems following acquisition, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements and governance processes.
• Represented Ukrainian operations within the Corporate Safety Team, contributing to group-wide EHS initiatives and knowledge sharing.
• Developed and implemented an incident reporting and investigation process based on DuPont methodology, strengthening learning and corrective-action effectiveness.
• Led an emissions reduction project through modernization of air filtration systems, supporting environmental compliance and sustainability objectives.
• Coordinated implementation of preventive actions arising from incidents and audits, contributing to continuous improvement across multiple Geberit operations.
• Implemented a silica dust exposure reduction program, including risk assessment, engineering controls and workforce awareness initiatives.
• Partnered with plant leadership to improve EHS performance, compliance and safety culture across manufacturing operations.
FAST
Training company
Fire safety instructor.
Designed and delivered practical fire safety training programs using live fire scenarios, fire extinguishers, smoke simulation equipment and fire alarm systems.
Conducted emergency response and fire prevention training for employees from various industries.
Developed training materials aimed at increasing risk awareness and improving emergency preparedness.

2016 – 2018
Unilever Ukraine – Tea factory and sales office

Safety, health, environment manager – 60 production employees & 200 office employees.

• Led implementation of Safety, Health and Environment programs for a newly established manufacturing facility and national office operations.
• Introduced and embedded key global SHE programs including Near Miss Reporting, LOTO, Behavioural Safety, Deep Compliance Audits and Waste Segregation.
• Partnered with regional and global teams to deploy corporate SHE initiatives including BeSafe and Make the Right Choice programs.
• Developed and implemented local SHE procedures in alignment with Unilever corporate standards and legal requirements.
• Established and coordinated a company-wide safe driving program for employees operating company vehicles.
• Managed site security strategy including CCTV, access control, alarm systems and contractor security management.
• Supported development of a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, training and leadership involvement.
2012 - 2016
Professional fire inspection LLC Ukraine

Outsourcing company.

Founder & Managing director

• Established and managed a fire safety and compliance consultancy supporting industrial, commercial and entertainment-sector clients.
• Led multidisciplinary teams delivering safety assessments, compliance audits and training programs.
• Advised clients on fire safety, occupational safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Developed business processes, service delivery models and operational standards to support company growth.
• Delivered management and employee training programs focused on legal compliance, risk management and emergency preparedness.
2005 - 2012
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine

State organization realizing national policy in fire safety and emergencies.

Research & test laboratory engineer

• Conducted complex fire and explosion investigations, including root cause analysis and technical reporting.
• Performed testing and evaluation of construction materials for fire resistance and fire protection performance.
• Participated in development and validation of fire testing methods and fire protection technologies.
• Cooperated with emergency response, regulatory and technical authorities during incident investigations.
EDUCATION
2000 – 2005
Academy of Civil Defense of Ukraine

Master’s degree in fire safety
2026
NEBOSH International General Certificate (in progress, expected 2026)
LANGUAGES
English (C1), German (A1), Spanish (A1), Ukrainian (Native)
OTHER EXPERIENCE

Driving license cat. “A” & “B”, protective driving course (2023, 2024), lifesaver training by FAST & Red Cross.
ILO Project “On the way to the health, safe and declared work in Ukraine” contributor

PERSONAL INTERESTS

Motorcycling, travelling, flute.