Assistant EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Manager

As an Assistant EHS Manager at Givaudan's Pune Plant, you will play a crucial role in leading the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) agenda. Your responsibilities will include driving compliance, risk management, and fostering a strong safety culture in alignment with legal requirements and business objectives. Based in Ranjangaon, Pune, you will report directly to the EHS Manager. Your key responsibilities will involve leading, implementing, and strengthening EHS systems, culture, and compliance at the Pune site. This includes conducting risk assessments, ensuring statutory compliance, managing hazardous materials, and overseeing environmental monitoring. You will also be responsible for conducting internal audits, Gemba Walks, and ensuring emergency preparedness through robust planning and drills. In this role, you will encourage proactive safety reporting, investigate incidents, and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to drive continuous improvement. Additionally, you will design and deliver engaging training programs, safety campaigns, and initiatives to create awareness and accountability across the workforce. Managing the availability of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and monitoring EHS-related procurement and contractor performance will also be part of your responsibilities. To be successful in this position, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, or a Master's degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science, along with a recognized Diploma in Industrial Safety. You should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in EHS roles within manufacturing environments such as Flavour & Fragrance, Pharmaceutical (API), Specialty Chemicals, or FMCG. Demonstrated experience in independently managing EHS functions in medium-sized facilities is essential. Moreover, you should possess strong knowledge of national and international EHS standards, proficiency in using EHS IT and audit systems, and the ability to influence strategic EHS outcomes in a complex organizational structure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and other relevant IT tools is required. Effective stakeholder management, fluency in local languages like Marathi and Hindi, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams are also important attributes for this role. Join Givaudan and be part of a creative environment that offers attractive benefits, opportunities for learning and development, and a supportive team culture where your contributions can make a difference. Embrace diversity, drive innovation, and impact the world with your skills and passion.,