Asst Manager - EHS

Larsen & Toubro; Thiruvallur District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro Limited in Tamil Nadu seeks an experienced EHS professional to implement, monitor and continuously improve EHS systems across shipbuilding and marine operations at Kattupalli Shipyard. You will ensure compliance with Indian regulations, client requirements and international standards, while identifying risks and promoting a proactive safety culture.

The role requires 5–8 years in EHS management within shipbuilding or related heavy industries, with NEBOSH/IOSH certifications being

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of EHS management experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering or marine sectors.
• Knowledge of Indian EHS laws (Factories Act) and ISO 45001/ISO 14001; familiar with emergency preparedness.
• Relevant certifications in Industrial Safety, NEBOSH or IOSH advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor EHS management systems across shipyard facilities and marine operations.
• Conduct risk assessments, inspections and hazard identifications; drive corrective actions.
• Administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system for hot work, confined spaces and lifting.
• Investigate incidents and root causes; implement CAPA and preventive measures.
• Lead EHS audits and compliance reviews; maintain documentation and dashboards.
• Coordinate EHS training, toolbox talks and inductions for workforce and subcontractors.
• Oversee environmental management, waste disposal, emissions and resource conservation.
• Collaborate with project teams to address EHS-related issues and improve safety culture.

Skills

Risk assessment

HIRA

Incident investigation

PTW administration

EHS documentation

Stakeholder coordination

Emergency preparedness

Audits & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical/Chemical)

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety

Tools

NEBOSH

IOSH

Job description

• Job Purpose To implement, monitor and continuously improve Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) systems across shipbuilding operations at Kattupalli Shipyard, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, company policies, client requirements and applicable international standards. The role involves identifying and mitigating workplace risks, strengthening safety practices and promoting a proactive EHS culture across manufacturing, construction and marine operations.
• Key Responsibilities
• Implement and monitor EHS management systems across shipbuilding facilities, workshops, fabrication areas, wet berths, dry docks and marine operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements, environmental regulations, company EHS standards, client requirements and international best practices.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments, workplace safety inspections and hazard identification exercises; recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
• Administer and monitor the Permit to Work (PTW) system, including hot work, confined space entry, work at height, electrical isolation and lifting operations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions, undertake Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Monitor implementation of safety procedures for high-risk activities such as heavy lifting, welding, gas cutting, blasting, painting, scaffolding and working in confined spaces.
• Conduct EHS audits, inspections and compliance assessments; track observations and ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
• Coordinate EHS induction, training, toolbox talks and awareness programmes for employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor environmental management practices, including hazardous waste disposal, pollution control, emissions, effluent management and resource conservation.
• Maintain EHS documentation, statutory records, incident reports, safety performance metrics and compliance dashboards.
• Coordinate with project teams, production, maintenance, contractors and client representatives to address EHS-related issues.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen safety awareness, improve workplace practices and achieve EHS performance targets.
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification (HIRA).
• Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and CAPA implementation.
• Permit to Work (PTW) System Administration.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and high-risk work activities.
• EHS Audits, Inspections and Statutory Compliance.
• Environmental Management and Waste Management.
• Contractor Safety Management and Workforce Training.
• EHS Documentation, MIS and Performance Monitoring.
• Stakeholder Coordination and Problem-Solving Skills.
• Educational Qualification & Experience
• Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or Chemical Engineering, with a Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety or equivalent EHS qualification.
• Experience: 5–8 years of relevant experience in EHS management in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering, fabrication, offshore, marine or large industrial manufacturing environments.
• Certifications: Relevant qualifications in Industrial Safety, NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent EHS certifications will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of applicable Indian EHS legislation, including the Factories Act and relevant rules, environmental regulations and statutory requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
• Understanding of shipyard operations, including fabrication, welding, blasting, painting, erection, outfitting, dry dock and wet berth activities.
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness, fire prevention, industrial hygiene and occupational health practices.
  

5. Desired Knowledge

• Job Purpose To implement, monitor and continuously improve Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) systems across shipbuilding operations at Kattupalli Shipyard, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, company policies, client requirements and applicable international standards. The role involves identifying and mitigating workplace risks, strengthening safety practices and promoting a proactive EHS culture across manufacturing, construction and marine operations.
• Key Responsibilities
• Implement and monitor EHS management systems across shipbuilding facilities, workshops, fabrication areas, wet berths, dry docks and marine operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements, environmental regulations, company EHS standards, client requirements and international best practices.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments, workplace safety inspections and hazard identification exercises; recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
• Administer and monitor the Permit to Work (PTW) system, including hot work, confined space entry, work at height, electrical isolation and lifting operations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions, undertake Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Monitor implementation of safety procedures for high-risk activities such as heavy lifting, welding, gas cutting, blasting, painting, scaffolding and working in confined spaces.
• Conduct EHS audits, inspections and compliance assessments; track observations and ensure timely closure of identified gaps.
• Coordinate EHS induction, training, toolbox talks and awareness programmes for employees, contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor environmental management practices, including hazardous waste disposal, pollution control, emissions, effluent management and resource conservation.
• Maintain EHS documentation, statutory records, incident reports, safety performance metrics and compliance dashboards.
• Coordinate with project teams, production, maintenance, contractors and client representatives to address EHS-related issues.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen safety awareness, improve workplace practices and achieve EHS performance targets.
• Key Skills & Competencies
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification (HIRA).
• Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and CAPA implementation.
• Permit to Work (PTW) System Administration.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and high-risk work activities.
• EHS Audits, Inspections and Statutory Compliance.
• Environmental Management and Waste Management.
• Contractor Safety Management and Workforce Training.
• EHS Documentation, MIS and Performance Monitoring.
• Stakeholder Coordination and Problem-Solving Skills.
• Educational Qualification & Experience
• Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or Chemical Engineering, with a Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety or equivalent EHS qualification.
• Experience: 5–8 years of relevant experience in EHS management in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering, fabrication, offshore, marine or large industrial manufacturing environments.
• Certifications: Relevant qualifications in Industrial Safety, NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent EHS certifications will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of applicable Indian EHS legislation, including the Factories Act and relevant rules, environmental regulations and statutory requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
• Understanding of shipyard operations, including fabrication, welding, blasting, painting, erection, outfitting, dry dock and wet berth activities.
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness, fire prevention, industrial hygiene and occupational health practices.
  

Key Expectation: Ability to independently implement EHS systems, manage operational safety risks and drive compliance across shipyard operations, with a focus on preventing incidents and maintaining a safe working environment.