The Deputy Manager / Manager – EHS is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and continuously improving the organization's Environment, Health & Safety Management System to ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements, corporate standards and industry best practices. The role is responsible for fostering a proactive safety culture while ensuring environmentally sustainable manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. EHS Strategy & Planning • Develop and implement the plant EHS strategy aligned with business objectives and corporate EHS policies. • Establish annual EHS goals, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Integrate EHS requirements into new projects, process changes, and plant expansion. • Monitor EHS performance and present periodic reports to Plant Management and Corporate EHS. • Drive a proactive safety culture and promote operational excellence. 2. Safety Management • Establish, implement, and monitor comprehensive occupational health and safety programs across the manufacturing facility. • Conduct Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Process Risk Assessments, and Environmental Aspect & Impact Assessments. • Develop and review Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Work Instructions for all manufacturing processes. • Ensure effective implementation of: Permit to Work (PTW) System , Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) , Machine Guarding, Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Confined Space Entry, Working at Height, Forklift & Material Handling Equipment Safety, Crane & Lifting Operations • Monitor contractor safety, PPE compliance, shop-floor inspections, safety audits, and Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives. • Ensure safe operations across machining, winding, painting, powder coating, assembly, testing, utilities, warehouses, and maintenance. 3. Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Management • Ensure compliance with all applicable EHS laws, Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions Code ( Factories Act & State Factory Rules ), Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) / State Pollution Control Board requirements , and other statutory regulations. • Manage statutory approvals, licenses, permits, inspections, and regulatory reporting. • Oversee hazardous waste, ETP/STP operations, emissions, noise, water, waste, and chemical management. • Drive environmental sustainability initiatives including energy conservation, water conservation, waste reduction, and pollution prevention. • Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure timely closure of compliance actions. 4. Training & Culture Building • Develop and execute the annual EHS training calendar for employees and contractors. • Conduct induction, refresher training, toolbox talks, and awareness programs on safety and environmental topics. • Promote employee engagement through Safety Week, Environment Day, near-miss reporting, safety campaigns, and recognition programs. • Build a strong safety culture through leadership involvement and employee participation. 5. Incident Management & Reporting • Lead investigations into all incidents, including : Near Misses, First Aid Cases, Medical Treatment Cases , Lost Time Injuries (LTI) , Property Damage, Fire Incidents, Environmental Incidents , Unsafe Acts & Unsafe Conditions • Conduct Root Cause Analysis using structured methodologies such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA). • Track closure of corrective actions and verify effectiveness. • Maintain incident records, investigation reports, and statutory reporting documentation. • Analyze incident trends and develop preventive action plans. • Prepare and present monthly EHS performance dashboards, safety statistics, compliance reports, and KPI reports to Plant Management and Corporate EHS. • Ensure timely statutory reporting of reportable accidents and environmental incidents to the relevant authorities 6. Emergency Preparedness • Develop and maintain the On-site Emergency Response Plan. • Conduct mock drills, fire drills, evacuation exercises, and emergency response training. • Ensure readiness of firefighting systems, emergency equipment, and response teams. • Coordinate with external agencies such as Fire Department, Hospitals, and Pollution Control Authorities during emergencies. 7. EHS Documentation & Certifications • Maintain EHS policies, SOPs, risk assessments, statutory records, training records, and audit documentation. • Maintain comprehensive documentation related to: Legal Compliance Register, Risk Assessments, Training Records, Safety Inspection Reports, Audit Reports, Incident Investigation Reports, Environmental Monitoring Reports, Waste Disposal Records, PPE Records, Equipment Inspection Records, MSDS/SDS Documentation • Coordinate internal audits, surveillance audits, and certification activities. • Support customer, corporate, and statutory EHS audits and ensure timely closure of observations. 8. ESG Data Management • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and report ESG data to the Corporate EHS team. • Capture and report key sustainability metrics including energy consumption, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, water consumption, waste generation, recycling rates, environmental compliance, • Support corporate sustainability initiatives, ESG reporting, and environmental improvement projects. • Ensure timely and accurate submission of ESG data in line with corporate requirements. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Skills and Abilities. • Strong knowledge of EHS laws, statutory regulations, and industrial safety standards applicable to manufacturing industries. • Proficiency in risk assessment techniques, incident investigation, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). • Sound knowledge of Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), fire safety, emergency response, hazardous chemical management, and contractor safety. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Excellent leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement abilities. • Effective communication, presentation, and training facilitation skills. • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple EHS initiatives simultaneously. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and EHS reporting systems. • Strong documentation, audit management, and regulatory compliance skills. • Knowledge of ESG reporting, sustainability practices, and environmental performance management is desirable. Education and Experience • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Industrial, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering; and • Diploma / Advanced Diploma / Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Safety from a State Technical Education Board, University, or other Government-recognized institution. • Note: Both the Engineering Degree and the Industrial Safety qualification are mandatory for this position. • 10–12 years of experience in manufacturing EHS.