Manager, Environmental – Health – Safety

Location: Hyderabad, HO

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: 1 Lac – 1.2 Lac / month

Job Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manager, Environmental – Health – Safety with a passion for safety, compliance, and environmental sustainability. This role is essential for overseeing our Environmental, Health, and Safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of safety at our plant. The ideal candidate has experience in EHS management within high-risk environments, preferably in plastics recycling, and is skilled at identifying and mitigating risks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Management

• Conduct comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) and implement mitigation measures.
• Establish and enforce safety protocols for heavy machinery and develop fire prevention and response plans.
• Oversee chemical safety protocols, ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Investigate all incidents and near misses, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed

2. Environmental Management

• Implement air quality monitoring and waste reduction programs in compliance with environmental standards.
• Obtain and manage necessary environmental licenses (PCB, Fire, PESO) and ensure compliance with statutory norms.

3. Health Management

• Develop ergonomic programs to prevent work-related injuries and coordinate employee health checks

4. Training and Development

• Conduct EHS induction sessions for new employees and regular safety training programs.
• Establish mentorship programs to educate and train employees on safety best practices

5. Compliance and Reporting

• Lead audits (ISO 14489, Ergonomics, IMS, SMETA) and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Report EHS metrics to top management, covering key areas like incidents, unsafe conditions, and corrective actions

6. Continuous Improvement

• Drive safety culture initiatives, establish safety committees, and implement lean management practices to improve EHS outcomes

Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering, Technology, Physics, or Chemistry, or a recognized diploma in Industrial Safety.
• Certifications: NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or similar certifications in fire safety, hazardous materials, or environmental management are highly preferred
• Minimum 5 years in EHS management with at least 3 years in high-risk settings, such as plastics recycling or similar manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in HIRA, fire safety, chemical safety, and familiarity with air quality control measures in recycling.