Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Responsibilities:

General manager or AVP

• Conduct regular safety audits & inspections
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Develop & implement EHS policies & procedures
• Manage emergency response plans
• JD for safety Head Gm and Avp
• To ensure a safe and compliant working environment across all plant operations by implementing and monitoring safety systems, training, and statutory compliance as per ISO and Factory Act standards.
• Key Responsibilities:
• 1. Safety Management & Compliance
• Develop, implement, and monitor plant safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory safety norms (Factory Act, Environmental Laws, etc.).
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections across all departments.
• Maintain updated records of permits, licenses, and statutory documentation.
• 2. Training & Awareness
• Conduct safety induction and refresher training for employees, contract workers, and visitors.
• Drive awareness programs such as fire drills, mock evacuation, and toolbox talks.
• Build a culture of proactive safety behavior across the organization.
• 3. Incident Investigation & Reporting
• Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts/conditions; identify root causes.
• Prepare incident analysis reports and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• 4. Fire & Emergency Preparedness
• Ensure functional firefighting systems and periodic inspection of safety equipment.
• Lead the plant emergency response team and conduct mock drills regularly.
• 5. Coordination & Liaison
• Liaise with external agencies such as DISH, Pollution Control Board, and local authorities.
• Support internal and external EHS audits and compliance verifications.
• 6. Continuous Improvement
• Implement 5S and safety improvement projects.
• Drive zero-incident culture through continuous monitoring and behavior-based safety initiatives.
• Key Skills & Competencies:
• In-depth knowledge of EHS legislation and Factory Act.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to influence and drive safety culture.
• Qualifications & Experience:
• Education: B.Tech / Diploma in Engineering with a recognized Safety / Industrial Safety certification (e.g., NEBOSH / RLI / CLI / State Board of Technical Education).
• Experience:15 +years in plant safety management within automotive / manufacturing industry.
• Preferred: Experience in IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001 systems.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Zero Lost Time Injury (LTI).
• 100% statutory compliance.
• Timely closure of audit observations.
• Training coverage & effectiveness.
• Reduction in unsafe acts/incidents.