Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Key Job Responsibilities

Compliance & Legal Requirements

• Ensure compliance with statutory safety and environmental regulations, including:
  • Fire NOC, Building plan approval, Building stability certificate.
  • PCB-related requirements: Consent to Establish (CTE), Consent to Operate (CTO), ETP & STP compliance, Hazardous/Bio-Medical waste authorization, Annual returns, and Manifest tracking.
  • Reply to PCB notices, inspection reports, and ensure timely renewals of approvals.
• Maintain records and documentation as per statutory formats (Form-3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 27, 40).

ISO & Management Systems

• Implement and maintain ISO 45001 (OHSMS) and ISO 14001 (EMS) standards.
• Conduct internal audits, support external audits, and ensure closure of non-conformities.
• Support green building initiatives and sustainability goals with IGBC knowledge.

Safety Management

• Conduct risk assessments and prepare Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA).
• Implement Aspect Impact Analysis (AIA) for environmental management.
• Ensure safe work practices through work permit systems for high-risk jobs.
• Conduct incident/accident investigations and drive corrective & preventive actions.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct induction training for all new employees and contractors.
• Organize regular toolbox talks, safety awareness programs, and refresher trainings.
• Lead emergency preparedness activities including mock drills for fire and other emergencies.
• Prepare and update safety training materials for employees at all levels.

Emergency & Fire Safety

• Ensure periodic testing, maintenance, and readiness of firefighting equipment (extinguishers, hydrants, sprinklers, alarms).
• Conduct fire safety training programs for Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Ensure compliance with fire prevention measures and Fire NOC conditions.

Environmental Management

• Monitor effluent treatment plant (ETP) and sewage treatment plant (STP) operations to ensure compliance with PCB norms.
• Facilitate periodic environmental monitoring through NABL-certified labs.
• Promote energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable practices in line with ISO & IGBC.

Reporting & Coordination

• Respond to PCB, Factory Inspector, and other regulatory inspection notices.
• Prepare reports on EHS performance for management review.
• Conduct safety committee meetings with equal representation from management and employees.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: BE / Diploma Mechanical
• Certifications (preferred): RLI, CLI, IIISM & Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Industrial Safety.
• 3-5 years of experience in safety management within manufacturing/industrial setup.
• Strong knowledge of EHS legislation, PCB requirements, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards.
• Familiarity with IGBC green building guidelines.
• Good communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Kannada and Hindi are mandatory.