EHS Lead / Manager - Environment Health & Safety

EHS Incharge Lead/Manager

EHS Leadership & Site Management

• Act as the site EHS authority, responsible for planning, implementation, and monitoring of EHS systems and procedures.

• Establish and enforce project-specific EHS plans, safety management systems, and emergency response procedures.

• Provide leadership and guidance to EHS officers, supervisors, and site teams.

Statutory Compliance & Regulatory Liaison

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, environmental regulations, factory acts, electrical safety rules, and project-specific statutory requirements.

• Liaise with government authorities, inspectors, and statutory bodies for audits, approvals, and inspections.

• Maintain statutory registers, permits, and compliance documentation.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Lead risk assessments, HIRA, JSA, and method statement reviews for all construction activities.

• Identify unsafe acts and conditions and ensure implementation of control measures.

• Ensure high-risk activities (working at height, lifting operations, electrical works, confined spaces) are executed safely.

Safety Implementation & Monitoring

• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits, and toolbox talks.

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with EHS requirements.

• Ensure proper use of PPE, safety signage, barricading, and work permits.

Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead investigation of accidents, near-misses, and unsafe occurrences.

• Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.

• Prepare and submit incident reports to management and clients.

Training & Safety Culture Development

• Plan and conduct EHS induction, refresher training, and specialized safety programs for site personnel.

• Promote a proactive safety culture through safety campaigns, awareness programs, and behavioral safety initiatives.

Environmental Management

• Ensure compliance with environmental management plans (EMP), including waste management, pollution control, and sustainability practices.

• Monitor environmental aspects such as dust control, noise levels, waste segregation, and hazardous material handling.

• Support environmental audits and reporting requirements.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly EHS reports, including man-hours, incidents, and compliance status.

• Track safety KPIs and lead indicators.

• Maintain EHS documentation for audits, certifications, and project close-out.

Client & Management Coordination

• Represent the organization in client EHS meetings, audits, and reviews.

• Provide regular updates to project management and senior leadership on EHS performance and risks.

• Support project leadership in achieving EHS objectives and contractual requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Engineering or Science.

• Recognized EHS qualifications (NEBOSH, IOSH, ADIS, or equivalent).

• 12–20 years of experience in EHS management, preferably in EPC, infrastructure, power, or renewable energy projects.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and authority in site safety management.

• In-depth knowledge of statutory safety and environmental regulations.

• Excellent communication, training, and incident investigation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple contractors and high-risk activities.