Deputy Process Safety Manager

Aarti Pharmalabs; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Aarti Pharmalabs is seeking a seasoned PSM Lead to develop and implement a comprehensive Process Safety Management program across our manufacturing footprint in Navi Mumbai. You will drive hazard analyses, manage changes, and lead incident investigations in a fast-paced pharma environment.

Ideal candidates bring 8–12 years of chemical/pharma safety experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and a track record of cross-functional leadership and training delivery.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years in chemical/pharma manufacturing with process safety exposure.
• Experience leading PHA/HAZOP, MOC, RCA investigations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA PSM, Indian regulations & CPCB guidelines.
• Ability to drive safety culture and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enhance the corporate PSM framework.
• Lead PHA activities and MOC processes across sites.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international PSM standards.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Design and deliver corporate-level PSM training programs.
• Develop safety performance metrics and dashboards.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, EHS and R&D.
• Document and report process safety findings for stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce incidents and releases.

Skills

Chemical/pharma process knowledge

Hazard analysis expertise

Leadership & cross-functional teaming

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance awareness

Investigation & RCA

Training & capability building

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical/Process Engineering

Safety certification (CFPS/NEBOSH)

Tools

Hazard analysis tools (HAZOP/LOPA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. PSM System Development & Implementation:

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the corporate PSM framework, aligning it with OSHA PSM, EPA, ISO 45001 and industry best practices.
• Establish standardized policies, procedures, and guidelines for hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation.
• Integrate PSM principles with overall EHS and quality management systems.

2. Hazard Identification & Risk Management:

• Lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities, including HAZOP, FMEA, What-If, and LOPA studies across manufacturing sites.
• Oversee Management of Change (MOC) processes to evaluate and mitigate risks associated with process modifications.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for chemical processes, storage, handling, and utilities.
• Identify potential catastrophic hazards and implement effective control measures.

3. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure strict compliance with local, national, and international PSM regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA PSM, Indian Factories Act, CPCB guidelines).
• Prepare for and provide support during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Track and report compliance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to process safety.

4. Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis:

• Lead investigations of process safety incidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
• Apply established methodologies such as RCA, and 5-Whys to determine root causes.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of corrective and preventive action plans across all sites.

5. Training, Awareness & Culture:

• Design and implement corporate-level PSM training programs for site operations, engineering, and management teams.
• Promote a strong process safety culture, encouraging proactive hazard identification and adherence to safe work practices.
• Conduct PSM audits, workshops, and drills to reinforce awareness and preparedness.

6. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:

• Develop and maintain process safety performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.
• Benchmark corporate PSM practices against global best practices and recommend strategic improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sites to reduce incident rates, environmental releases, and near misses.

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate effectively with Production, Engineering, Quality, EHS, and R&D teams to integrate PSM into design, scale-up, and operational processes.
• Support engineering teams in implementing inherently safer designs for processes, storage, and utilities.
• Facilitate cross-site sharing of lessons learned, best practices, and process safety innovations.

8. Documentation & Reporting:

• Ensure thorough documentation of all PSM processes, PHAs, MOCs, SOPs, incident investigations, and safety audits.
• Prepare corporate-level process safety reports for senior management, regulators, and internal stakeholders.

9. Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of chemical and pharmaceutical processes.
• Expertise in PSM frameworks, hazard analysis techniques, and risk assessment tools.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to drive a strong safety culture and influence cross-functional teams effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and safety management systems software.

10. Qualifications:

• Bachelors/Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certification in PSM, Risk Management, or Safety (preferred: CFPS, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
• 8–12 years of experience in chemical / pharmaceutical manufacturing with significant exposure to process safety management, hazard analysis, and regulatory compliance.