About Fawaz Bitar About
Fawaz (Fuzzy) has been with bp for over 35 years and has undertaken various leadership positions across the globe, including the UK, US, Azerbaijan, Colombia, Egypt, and Indonesia. Previously, he was the Head of the Upstream Executive Office, following seven years as bp’s Head of Global Operations. In March 2020 he was appointed Senior Vice President for HSE & carbon.
Fuzzy has a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Newcastle University and a Doctorate from the
University of Aberdeen in the application of human performance in safety management systems.
He completed executive education programmes at London Business School and INSEAD.
Fuzzy is an honorary professor at the University of Aberdeen and Brunell University, London. He
is a fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and was the Chairman of the International
Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP). Presently, he chairs the Aker BP and BPX board subcommittees for safety and environment assurance and serves as a member of the McKinsey Crisis Advisory Board.
Fuzzy is widely recognized for exceptional operational leadership and a proven track record in
driving transformational performance. A sought-after authority in safety, sustainability, and
operations excellence, Fuzzy brings deep expertise in advising organizations across diverse
sectors, including aviation, mining, military, pharmaceuticals, and energy. His strategic insights
and practical guidance have consistently enabled companies to elevate safety standards, embed
sustainability practices, and achieve industry-leading operational outcomes.
Where I'll Be Events
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HSE Learning Summit – UK
7th July 2026 & 8th July 2026