EHS Manager

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Supporting Actions

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Compliance & Safety Governance
• Ensure compliance with statutory safety regulations including Factories Act, Gujarat Factory Rules, and other applicable industrial safety regulations.
• Ensure plant compliance with EHS requirements applicable to API manufacturing facilities.
• Maintain documentation related to safety permits, licenses, and statutory registers.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during safety inspections and compliance audits.

2. Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Identify and control process hazards associated with API production including reactors, solvents, and hazardous chemicals.
• Conduct HAZOP, HIRA, JSA, and risk assessments for manufacturing processes.
• Implement preventive safety measures for chemical reactions, high-temperature operations, and pressure systems.
• Ensure safe storage, handling, and transfer of hazardous chemicals and solvents.

3. Fire & Explosion Safety Management
• Implement fire safety systems for solvent storage areas, reactors, and chemical handling zones.
• Ensure proper maintenance of firefighting equipment, hydrant systems, and alarm systems.
• Conduct fire safety audits and mock drills.
• Develop and implement fire prevention strategies in solvent-based manufacturing processes.

4. Incident Investigation & Risk Prevention
• Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, chemical exposures, and safety incidents.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain records of incidents and analyze trends to improve safety performance.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to prevent recurrence.

5. Safety Training & Employee Awareness
• Conduct safety training programs for employees, contractors, and plant personnel.
• Provide training on chemical handling, PPE usage, confined space safety, and emergency response.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks, safety campaigns, and awareness programs .
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all departments.

6. Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Management
• Develop and implement On-Site Emergency Plans as per statutory requirements.
• Coordinate emergency response for fire, chemical leaks, gas exposure, and plant emergencies.
• Conduct emergency mock drills and evaluate response effectiveness.
• Coordinate with local authorities and emergency services when required.

7. Safety Audits & Continuous Improvement
• Conduct regular plant safety inspections and internal EHS audits.
• Support external audits such as GMP, regulatory inspections, and customer audits related to safety.
• Monitor compliance with safety SOPs and safe work practices.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant safety performance.

8. Contractor & Project Safety Management
• Ensure safety compliance for contractors working inside the plant.
• Implement permit-to-work systems for hot work, confined space entry, height work, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor safety during plant expansion, equipment installation, and maintenance activities.

Qualification and Experiences

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech (Chemical / Mechanical / Industrial Safety) with Diploma in Industrial Safety.
• Experience: 10–15 years of experience in safety management within API / Pharma / Chemical manufacturing plants.
• Industry Exposure: Strong experience in API manufacturing, solvent handling, chemical process safety, and GMP environments .

Competencies / Skills

• Strong knowledge of process safety management and chemical hazard control .
• Experience in HAZOP, HIRA, risk assessment, and incident investigation .
• Familiarity with GMP environments and regulatory audit expectations .
• Strong understanding of fire safety systems and hazardous material handling .
• Ability to conduct safety training and emergency preparedness programs .
• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and compliance management skills.

Additional Details

• Position based at Vapi API Manufacturing Plant.
• Requires frequent plant inspections and coordination with production and engineering teams.
• Role is critical in ensuring safe chemical manufacturing operations and regulatory compliance .