SR. DGM - EHS

Job Description

Operating Location: Chennai Key Qualifications  BE / B.Tech in Civil, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering (Full-time).  Master’s in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Safety, or Occupational Health (AICTE/State Board approved).  Diploma in Industrial Safety (RLI/CLI).  MBA (Operations/Industrial Management) is an advantage.  Certified Lead Auditor: ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 14001:2015.  Add-on certifications: First Aid, Fire Safety, Risk Assessment.  NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA certifications are an added advantage. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership  Advise top management on EHS strategy and compliance.  Translate organizational goals into actionable EHS strategies.  Drive continuous improvement in HSE standards across projects. Policy & System Development  Develop and enhance HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.  Conduct regular reviews and recommend improvements for effectiveness. Operational Oversight  Lead HSE planning, training, risk assessments, and audits across EPC & O&M projects.  Approve contractor HSE plans and ensure site compliance with JSAs, PTWs, and safety standards.  Coordinate incident investigations and ensure corrective/preventive measures.  Ensure full HSE legal and regulatory compliance across all operations People & Team Management  Lead and mentor the corporate and site-based EHS teams.  Drive performance through structured appraisals and feedback.  Ensure competency development through cross-training and workshops. Digital Proficiency  Hands-on with EHS platforms (SAP EHS, Intelex, View EHS, etc.).  Proficient in digital workflows, mobile-based inspections, and real-time alerts.  Strong data analysis skills using BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel Dashboards).  Promote predictive analytics for proactive EHS risk mitigation. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement  Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely reporting and compliance.  Represent company in legal or audit matters related to safety incidents. Continuous Improvement & Reporting  Identify and implement global best practices in HSE.  Establish and monitor project HSE KPIs.  Drive internal and external workshops on safety lessons learned.  Ensure timely and accurate reporting of EHS performance metrics. Key Skills  Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.  Ability to manage complex, multicultural, and high-risk project environments.  Thorough understanding of statutory and international EHS regulations.  Collaborative and proactive problem-solving mindset. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. L&T reserves the right to amend the responsibilities to meet the business and organizational needs as and when necessary. Show more Show less