Environment, Health and Safety Manager I Waste Recycling Startup

Join a fast-growing business in the recycling industry... First of its kind role with opportunity to interact with global players and be part of industry leading efforts to prevent plastic pollution and promote a circular economy in India.

Key Responsibilities

● Support the implementation of a responsible supply chain program and partnership focused on human rights in company’s value chain, including conducting Supplier evaluations, managing improvement plans with suppliers, training and capacity building, monitoring and reporting.

● Support ESG Strategy Implementation

○ Collaborate with Corporate and plant teams to integrate ESG principles into business operations and

decision-making processes.

○ Implement ESG processes and procedures across the sites as per ISO and IFC standards

○ Prepare the monthly Impact & ESG Report for the management

○ Provide guidance to internal teams on sustainability programmes, risks and opportunities.

○ Continuously review and assess Environment and Social processes across the manufacturing sites

● Travel to both the manufacturing sites as well as suppliers whenever required.

The candidate will report to and work closely with the CxO.

Key Competencies

● 3-5 years experience in ESG/Sustainability within relevant fields of environmental management, labor,

human rights, global supply chains, and/or circular economy

● Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering , preferably on Environmental Science, HSE or a related

technical subject area which includes Environmental and Social topics

● Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite

● Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001 & IFC Performance Standards

● Thorough understanding of the national and local regulatory ESG landscape, relevant to the manufacturing or waste management sectors, to ensure compliance and inform strategic decision-making.

Strong team player with a collaborative approach, capable of building positive relationships across

departments and with external partners.

● Good written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage with a wide range of

internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Location

This is a full-time on-site position requiring the candidate to work during standard business hours.