Associate Manager - Environment Health & Safety

Associate Manager - EHS

Responsibilities

HSE Lead - O5

Safety Management and Compliance:

• Conduct pre-bid meetings to communicate fundamental HSE requirements and ensure contractor adherence.
• Utilize the Contractor Safety Management (CSM) portal for efficient engagement and qualification of contractors.
• Identify and categorize tasks or processes basis the degree of safety risks, outlining specific protocols and precautions.
• Develop criteria and standards to assess contractors' competence and compliance with safety regulations, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and objectives.
• Execute mock drills, emergency audits, and statutory compliance requirements as mandated by regulatory bodies.

Vendor Management and Recognition:

• Implement a vendor qualification system to ensure vendors meet predetermined criteria for safety records, financial stability, and past performance.
• Develop leading and lagging indicators to measure proactive and reactive aspects of vendor performance, such as safety training completion rates and incident rates.
• Introduce rewards and recognition programs to incentivize compliance and excellence among vendors, offering incentives like bonus payments, commendations, or preferential treatment for future contracts.

Committee Organization and Oversight:

• Establish and facilitate safety committees at various levels to uphold organizational safety standards.
• Supervise ISO certifications and facilitate both internal and external audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Incident Management and Investigation:
• Lead incident investigation teams, develop comprehensive recommendations, and oversee their implementation.
• Conduct thorough follow-ups to confirm the integration of recommendations and prevent recurrence.
• Disseminate timely alerts in case of any HSE incidents.

Event Coordination and Promotion:

• Organize environmental and fire safety events to promote awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
• Facilitate and coordinate visits and interactions with VIP stakeholders and Promoters, ensuring a seamless and professional experience that aligns with organizational objectives.

Training and Competency Development:

• Conduct HSE training and induction programs to foster a culture of safety among employees across all functions and contractors.
• Provide permit-to-work training. Additionally, review technical and operational competencies and establish KRAs for ongoing assessments.

Digitization & Automation:

• Spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge digitization and automation strategies to enhance safety practices, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Integrate digitalization and automation technologies with sustainability initiatives to optimize resource consumption, reduce environmental impact, and drive efficiency gains across operations.

People Engagement and Team Leadership:

• Galvanize resources across departments, ensuring a unified front in addressing health and safety imperatives and fostering a culture of safety excellence.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to nurture talent and foster professional growth within the HSE team.
• Identify high-potential individuals and create succession plans to ensure continuity and leadership development within the HSE function.
• Implement strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent, fostering a culture of talent management and career advancement.
• Uphold a relentless commitment to excellence, constantly evaluating and refining safety protocols, driving compliance with the latest industry standards, and instilling a culture of safety ownership across all stakeholders.

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Internal stakeholders:

• Executive leadership
• Operations managers
• Human resources
• Procurement team

External stakeholders:

• Contractors and vendors
• Regulatory bodies

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Professional certifications in safety management, such as CSP or CIH, are advantageous.

Work Experience:

6+ years of experience in corporate safety management, with extensive knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in the energy sector.

Preferred Industry:

Experience in industries such as gas, oil, petrochemicals, chemical manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.