Purpose of the Job:
- To be the driving force in implementing a zero-accident safety culture and continuous improvement.
- Drive a strong safety culture, regulatory compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement.
- To maintain 3rd party accreditation to ISO45001
- To fully satisfy customer requirements through the establishment of robust processes and procedures within the ISO45001 H&S management system.
Key Responsibilities and Outcomes:
- Develop and implement HSE strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Lead safety culture transformation and behavioural safety programs.
- Act as the HSE subject matter expert for all India operations.
- Provide regular HSE performance updates to senior leadership
- Responsible for Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) compliance and performance across 3 manufacturing sites in India.
- Provide HSE support and governance for field service activities across India.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Indian regulations, including:
- Factories Act
- State Factory Rules
- Environmental regulations
- Fire and Safety requirements
- Hazardous Waste Management Rules
- Contractor Safety Regulations
Liaise with government authorities and regulatory agencies. Lead internal and external compliance audits.
Risk Management
- Conduct site risk assessments and hazard identification programs.
- Drive implementation of risk mitigation actions.
- Ensure safe systems of work, permit-to-work, LOTO, confined space, working at height, and contractor safety programs are effective
Incident Management
- Lead investigation of incidents, near misses, and environmental events.
- Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor incident trends and establish preventive measures.
Environmental & Sustainability Management
- Ensure environmental compliance and permit adherence.
- Drive waste reduction, energy conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
- Monitor environmental KPIs and compliance reporting.
Service Operations Safety
- Develop and implement HSE requirements for service engineers operating across India.
- Ensure travel, customer-site, and field service risks are assessed and controlled.
- Support customer audits and service-related safety requirements.
Training & Competency Development
- Develop HSE training matrix for employees and contractors.
- Deliver leadership safety training and awareness programs.
- Ensure competency assessments and certification requirements are maintained.
Emergency Preparedness
- Establish and maintain emergency response plans for all sites.
- Conduct emergency drills and business continuity exercises.
- Coordinate with local emergency services and authorities.
Management Systems
- Maintain and improve ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems (IMS).
- Lead certification audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure KPI tracking, reporting, and corrective action closure.
Contractor Management
- Implement contractor qualification and safety management programs.
- Conduct contractor safety audits and performance reviews.
- Ensure compliance with company and legal HSE requirements
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- NEBOSH Certificate in OH&S - Preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing and site services environment
- Able to travel as and when required in around India
- 15+ years of HSE experience in manufacturing and engineering operations.
- Experience managing multi-site manufacturing facilities & handling service team and customer visits
Desirable
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety preferred
- NEBOSH Diploma in OH&S
Personal Specification:
Essential
- Approachable personality able to motivate and influence people at all levels
- Ability to work as part of a team but also able to work alone
- Ability to manage several projects at the same time
- Good attention to detail
- Methodical approach to working
- Good Written and Oral communication skills.