Senior Manager

Job Description: HSE & Operations ManagerPosition OverviewThe HSE & Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace through effective management of Safety, Environment, and Health (SHE) initiatives. The role also encompasses responsibilities in Operations, Administration, Project Management, and Cross-functional Coordination, driving compliance, continuous improvement, and business excellence.

• Key Responsibilities1. SafetyDevelop, implement, and review HIRAC, JSA, PSM, Emergency Preparedness Plans, and training documentation.
• Prepare and implement SOPs/Task lists for safe operation and maintenance activities.
• Drive safety initiatives: Near Miss reporting, Unsafe Act/Condition reporting, Toolbox Talks, PTW, LOTO, Mock Drills, Tabletop Exercises, Safety Campaigns, 5S, etc.
• Organize training & refresher programs: Basic Safety, Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), and Mass Awareness sessions.
• Manage internal, external, and statutory safety audits to ensure compliance.
• Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective action plans.
• Engage teams through Safety Week/Month, competitions (poem, slogan, poster, quiz, skit), and awareness campaigns.
• Promote creativity in safety culture: cross-audits, HSE Index, recognition programs, etc.
• Implement engineering safety improvements (poka-yoke, equipment modification/upgradation).
• Review safety KPIs with stakeholders and monitor safety costs.
• 2. EnvironmentImplement engineering and system upgrades to reduce environmental impact.
• Monitor environmental performance parameters to ensure compliance with legal and corporate standards.
• Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and housekeeping of environmental systems.
• Conduct environment awareness programs and training sessions.
• Manage legal compliance and documentation related to environmental norms.
• 3. HealthOversee health monitoring programs for engineers and associates.
• Coordinate with occupational health services for preventive and periodic health check-ups.
• 4. OperationsPlan, coordinate, and execute plant shutdowns efficiently and safely.
• 5. Administration & People DevelopmentMaintain documentation: Logbooks, MIS, safety/environment/health/training records, and material management.
• Develop training modules (short-term and long-term) and ensure implementation.
• Conduct refresher training, promote multi-skilling, and overlap of roles.
• Drive Business Excellence initiatives: Six Sigma, QC projects, FMEA, Lean, CTR, and 5S.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership development for the team.
• Strengthen team building through engagement, festivals, sports, and cultural events.
• Conduct performance evaluation and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure workforce capability in SAP PM Module, MS Office, Cloud Systems, and digital tools.
• Manage materials, contracts, cost control, and audit compliance (ISO, Safety, Quality, TS, Customer).
• Promote organizational branding, value systems, ethics, and workplace policies.
• 6. Project ManagementIdentify and prioritize projects through situation-based analysis.
• Lead execution: PRs, SPRs, technical discussions, ordering, fabrication, erection, trials, and commissioning.
• Coordinate with the project team for smooth execution and transition to operations.
• 7. CoordinationCollaborate with cross-functional teams: DCM, QA/QC, R&D, Purchase, Contracts, Stores, Suppliers, Customers, Auditors, and Parent Company.
• Manage demand-supply planning, quality improvement, inventory, and service provider engagement.
• Support business excellence, ISO audits, costing, finance, and taxation compliance.
• Qualifications & SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Production/Industrial). Master’s preferred.
• Certifications in Safety/Environment/Health (NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO, etc.) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in HSE, Operations, and Project/Administration in a manufacturing/industrial setup.
• Strong knowledge of Safety, Environmental, Health laws, and compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and mentoring ability.
• Proficiency in SAP PM, MS Office, and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Key CompetenciesLeadership & Vision – Strategic thinking, delegation, motivation.
• Safety First Mindset – Passion for zero harm culture.
• Continuous Improvement – Six Sigma, Lean, Business Excellence.
• Collaboration – Strong cross-functional coordination skills.
• People Development – Training, mentoring, and team engagement.