Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

Job Title: EHS Manager

Department: Environment, Health & Safety

Reporting To: Head Operations

Location: [Jadcherla, Polepally Village,Mahabubnagar District}

Job Purpose:

To ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements related to Environment, Health, and Safety in an API manufacturing facility, implement robust EHS systems, promote a safe workplace culture, and drive sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and central EHS regulations (e.g., Factories Act, GPCB/SPCB, CPCB, Pollution Control Boards, etc.).
• Liaise with regulatory bodies for obtaining and renewing EHS-related licenses, consents, and approvals.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes affecting the pharmaceutical industry.

2. Environment Management

• Oversee wastewater treatment plant (ETP/STP) operations and ensure compliance with discharge norms.
• Manage air emissions, hazardous waste, solid waste, and ensure safe disposal as per statutory norms.
• Drive energy conservation, water management, and sustainability projects in line with corporate ESG goals.

3. Health & Safety Management

• Develop and implement safety programs, SOPs, and risk assessments for all plant operations.
• Conduct HAZOP, HIRA, JSA, and safety audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health standards; oversee occupational health center (OHC) and medical surveillance programs.
• Implement Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) and promote a safety-first culture among employees and contractors.

4. Training & Awareness

• Conduct EHS induction, periodic safety training, and emergency response drills for employees and contractors.
• Drive awareness campaigns on workplace safety, chemical handling, fire safety, and environmental protection.

5. Emergency Preparedness & Incident Management

• Lead Emergency Response Team (ERT) and conduct regular mock drills (fire, chemical spills, explosion scenarios).
• Investigate incidents/accidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain EHS records, incident logs, risk assessments, and audit reports.
• Prepare monthly EHS dashboards, KPI monitoring, and management review reports.
• Support ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and other certifications relevant to pharma industry.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations in API manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in hazardous chemicals handling, fire & explosion risk management.
• Knowledge of OHC management and industrial hygiene practices.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication & stakeholder management.

Qualification & Experience:

• Education:

  B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech in Environmental Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Safety Engineering OR Postgraduate in Environment, Health & Safety Management.

• Certifications:

  Diploma in Industrial Safety (mandatory), NEBOSH/IOSH (preferred).

• Experience:

  8–15 years in EHS function, preferably in API or bulk drug manufacturing industry.