Environment Health Safety Lead

The EHS Lead will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) standards and practices across Awfis’ Design & Build (D&B) projects. The role will ensure statutory compliance, create a culture of safety at sites, and drive proactive risk management to safeguard employees, partners, contractors, and clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. EHS Strategy & Policy Deployment

• Formulate and implement EHS policies, SOPs, and audit protocols in alignment with statutory requirements and Awfis standards.
• Drive integration of EHS practices into the overall D&B project lifecycle (design, procurement, construction, handover).

2. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and central EHS regulations (Factories Act, OSHA, Fire & Building Codes, Pollution Control, etc.).
• Conduct risk assessments, HAZOP studies, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) before and during project execution.
• Maintain all statutory records, licenses, and permits related to EHS.

3. Site Safety Operations

• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, and surprise checks across multiple project sites.
• Monitor contractor and vendor compliance with EHS guidelines.
• Ensure timely reporting, investigation, and closure of incidents, accidents, and near misses.

4. Training & Awareness

• Design and roll out EHS training modules for site teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct fire drills, emergency preparedness sessions, and toolbox talks.
• Build safety champions at each site to drive awareness.

5. Incident & Emergency Management

• Lead root cause analysis and implement preventive & corrective measures post incidents.
• Establish site emergency response teams and protocols.
• Ensure proper medical & first aid preparedness at all sites.

6. Sustainability & Environment

• Promote green building practices, waste management, and pollution control in D&B projects.
• Monitor energy, water, and resource usage with sustainable benchmarks.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 100% statutory compliance and zero non-conformities in audits.
• Reduction in incident frequency and severity rates (LTIFR, TRIR).
• % of sites covered under regular EHS audits.
• % of employees, vendors, and contractors trained in EHS.
• Closure rate of safety observations and near-miss reporting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering or Environmental Science with Diploma in Industrial Safety (mandatory).
• 8–12 years of EHS experience in construction, fit-out, or real estate projects; preferably with exposure to Design & Build vertical.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, codes, and industry best practices.
• Experience in managing multi-site projects and large contractor workforce.