Dr. Mohammed Al Rawahi

Senior Manager – Research, Development, and Innovation – Oman Investment Authority

“Dr. Mohamed Al-Rawahi has an extensive RDI experience working with both academic and business settings. His academic background includes B.sc & M.sc from college of Agricultural and Marine Science, Sultan Qaboos University, PhD in Agro-ecosystem from Kassel University, Germany, and PostDoc in wastewater treatment from Helmholtz Center for Environmental Researches (UFZ), Germany”

Eng. Sultan bin Salem Al-Shammari

Senior O&M Trainer - Saudi Water Authority

Eng. Sultan Salem Alshammari holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Dayton, USA. He has over 6 years of experience at the Saudi Water Authority (SWA) in Ras Al-Khari Desalination plant, in Jubail Central Workshop, in the Water Academy, and at Hadeed SABIC.

Throughout his career at SWA, he has held various roles, including Power Plant Supervisor, Mechanical Workshop Supervisor, Mechanical Workshop Senior Engineer, and Senior Mechanical Technician. Currently, he serves as Senior O&M Trainer. His work focuses on training on mechanical field such as pump, compressor, valves, turbines...etc.

Hamed Al Ghaithi

Acting General Manager, People Operations - Nama Water Services

Hamed Khalfan Al Ghaithi is a seasoned professional with over 19 years of experience in water and wastewater services, higher education, and healthcare. As Acting General Manager of People Operations at OWWSC, he leads strategic HR initiatives, optimizes workforce performance, and drives cultural transformation.

Hamed holds dual master’s degrees in Business Administration (Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK) and Strategic Quality Management (University of Portsmouth, UK), as well as a bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science (Sultan Qaboos University, Oman). A certified lead auditor in ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 27001, and 55001, he champions quality, sustainability, health, safety, and environment (HSE).

In his role as IMS & Business Excellence Senior Manager, Hamed led OWWSC’s ISO certifications and integrated management systems, enhancing workplace safety and operational resilience. He successfully spearheaded cultural initiatives like OWWSC’s Culture Journey, fostering belonging and driving business performance.

A recognized speaker, Hamed has shared insights on cultural transformation, HSE, sustainability, and organizational excellence on national and international platforms. He is committed to advancing Oman’s water sector, embedding business excellence and HSE to create a positive impact on the community and environment.