Lead - Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Lead - Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

Location: Hyderabad

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Lead - SHE to spearhead safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive environmental sustainability across our site operations. This leadership role is critical in maintaining our commitment to zero accidents and building a robust safety culture at the facility level.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Risk Management

• Drive implementation of My Safety Index and risk management systems to achieve zero accidents and dangerous occurrences
• Conduct comprehensive Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for high-risk operations and ensure implementation of recommended safety practices
• Promote near-miss reporting culture and ensure timely investigation with effective CAPA implementation
• Conduct regular safety inspections and toolbox talks to enhance accident prevention awareness
• Target zero overdue CAPAs from Internal Inspections (II), Safety Observations (SOI), Comprehensive Safety & Fire Audits (CSFA), Fire Protection Audits (FPA), and Safety Performance Audits (SPA)

Legal Compliance & Documentation

• Develop and maintain procedures for identifying and updating legal requirements (Pollution Control Board, PESO, etc.)
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements including license conditions
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all legal licenses, agreements, and compliance records
• Coordinate timely renewal of licenses and agreements before prescribed due periods with Corporate Legal Affairs team and external consultants
• Report compliance status to Head SHE and coordinate action plans for identified deficiencies

Management Systems & Standards

• Drive implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 (Environmental), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety), and ISO 50001 (Energy Management) standards at site level
• Manage ESS (Environmental Safety System) online platform for incident tracking and monitoring
• Update work permit procedures with focus on achieving zero incidents

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop and regularly update Emergency Preparedness and Response plans based on comprehensive hazard identification for site activities
• Schedule and conduct mock drills for various emergency scenarios to ensure effectiveness of on-site emergency response
• Ensure adequate firefighting systems comply with NBC (National Building Code) requirements and maintain proper maintenance schedules
• Take appropriate corrective actions in case of deviations during emergency preparedness activities

Training & Development

• Develop and implement site-specific SHE training calendar in coordination with HR-Admin team
• Execute SHE campaign and engagement calendar to enhance safety awareness across all site teams
• Facilitate regular toolbox talks and safety meetings to promote accident prevention awareness

Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve SHE and sustainability objectives at site level
• Drive energy conservation, renewable energy adoption, water conservation, and waste reduction programs
• Identify and coordinate with authorized waste treatment and disposal parties for site-generated waste
• Prepare environmental agreements in coordination with Corporate Legal team

Performance Management & Reporting

• Lead monthly Business Unit APEX meetings and document action points for safety improvements
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, unsafe acts/conditions, and dangerous occurrences at site level
• Prepare and implement CAPA for all incidents and monitor progress through ESS online system
• Ensure continuous improvement in site safety standards and practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

• 15-20 years of experience

  in Safety, Health & Environment management
• Professional certification in Safety Management (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001, and 50001 standards
• Experience with legal compliance and regulatory requirements (PESO, PCB, NBC codes)
• Proven track record in incident investigation and CAPA implementation
• Experience with site-level safety management and team leadership
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Proficiency in ESS or similar safety management systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or Environmental Management
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial site operations
• Knowledge of My Safety Index and risk assessment methodologies
• Experience with emergency response planning and drill coordination
• Background in coordinating with corporate legal affairs and external consultants