Manager - EHS

Job Title

Manager – EHS
Eternis Level – Middle Level

Department: HR
Document Type: Job Description (JD)
Approved By: Hari Menon
Company: Eternis Fine Chemicals Ltd.

Group Overview

Eternis Fine Chemicals Limited (Eternis) was born in 1988 and has become one of the top 10 global aroma chemical manufacturers. It is the largest exporter of aroma chemicals in India, with exports contributing to 80% of sales.

Led by Mr. Rajen Mariwala of the Marico promoter family, Eternis has grown from INR 20 Cr to over INR 2000 Cr in two decades, serving major global flavours and fragrance companies.

History & Timeline – Mariwala Group

• Early 1900s – Pepper trading business founded by Shri Kanji Morarji

• 1940 – Bombay Oil Industries formed

• 1950s – Entry into coconut oil (Brand: Parachute)

• 1960s – Entry into oleochemicals and spice oleoresins

• 1990s – Formation of Marico Ltd

• Eternis formed as Hindustan Polyamides & Fibers Limited

Key Acquisitions

• 2018 – AIMS Impex Pvt. Ltd (Coumarin manufacturer)

• 2021 – Tennants Fine Chemicals Ltd (UK) with subsidiaries in Singapore & China

• December 2024 – Sharon Personal Care (Italy & Israel operations with global distribution network)

Manufacturing & R&D

• Plants in Pune (3), Sinnar (1)

• International manufacturing in Italy (Milan) & UK (Leek)

• R&D Centre at Rabale, Navi Mumbai (recognized by Govt. of India)

In 2024, Wilfrid Gambade was appointed as Group CEO.

Eternis is an equal opportunity employer.

Position in the Organisation

Function: EHS
Reports to: Senior Manager – EHS
Functional Reporting: Factory Manager
Direct Reports: 02
Other Reports: 07

Mission

• Lead EHS function across all sites to achieve USD 500 Million with 0 Accident, 0 Incident, 0 Defect

• Build and maintain robust EHS systems, standards, infrastructure, and culture across plants, projects, R&D and HO

• Drive continuous EHS performance improvement

• Ensure total compliance with applicable EHS laws and regulations

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Safety

• Head overall EHS function and provide direction to the EHS team

• Implement and monitor Work Permit System (Factory Act 1948 Section 36A & MFR rules):

  • Hot work

  • Confined space entry

  • Excavation

  • Working at height

  • Hazardous work

  • Loading/unloading hazardous substances

• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits and inspections

• Implement EHS management programs and drive continuous improvement

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and audit requirements

• Conduct EHS training and orientation programs

• Prepare and update Emergency Management Plan and conduct mock drills

• Provide EHS inputs for new projects and expansions

• Coordinate with Operations, Product Development & Projects

• Prepare and track EHS budgets

Health

• Maintain Occupational Health Centre & Ambulance services

• Monitor patient illness trends and report in management reviews

• Conduct 6-monthly and annual medical checkups

• Maintain statutory Form No. 7

Environment

• Manage Environment Management Plan (Air, Water, Hazardous Waste)

• Operate and maintain ZLD Effluent Treatment Plant (MEEs, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary/Biological treatment, RO)

• Ensure hazardous waste storage and disposal compliance

• Ensure compliance with:

  • Pollution Control Board

  • Factory Act

  • PESO

  • Other EHS regulations

• Create EHS MIS reports

• Maintain EHS documentation

• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 45001

Key Performance Indicators

• Zero Lost Time Injury

• Compliance with environmental emission norms

• Improved EHS audit scores

• Timely statutory license renewals

• EHS rewards & recognition

• Increased EHS awareness & training coverage

Position Requirements

Education

Mandatory:

• Graduate/Postgraduate (Science/Engineering – Chemical / Fire & Safety / Environment / Chemistry)

• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS)

Desirable: NA

Experience

Mandatory:

• 12–15 years of experience in EHS within Chemical/Petrochemical industry

• Middle management experience

Knowledge Areas

• Workplace Safety

• Process Safety

• Legal Compliance

• Responsible Care

• IMS

• Effluent Treatment Plant

• Occupational Health Centre

Desirable:

• EHS certifications/awards

• CSR exposure

• Liaisoning with government authorities

IMS Responsibilities

• Documentation

• Audit preparation & planning

• Tracking & closure of internal/external audits

PSM Responsibilities

• Implementation of 14 PSM elements

• HAZOP, QRA, PHA, HAC, LOPA, BHM etc.

• Process Safety Managemen