EHS Engineer | EHS Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety training

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a dedicated Safety Engineer to oversee EHS compliance and safety management for IBMS projects, including CCTV, ACS, BMS and ELV installations, across Chennai sites.

You will implement safety procedures, conduct site inspections and audits, perform JSA and HIRA, monitor permits, investigate incidents, and drive training to foster a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma or engineering degree with safety training.
• NEBOSH/IOSH certification preferred.
• Industrial safety qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company EHS policies and regulatory rules.
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments for IBMS and ELV projects.
• Perform JSA, HIRA, and toolbox talks.
• Monitor permits and ensure safe work practices for electrical and installation activities.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct safety inductions and regular awareness sessions for site personnel and subcontractors.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and compliance with safety standards at project sites.
• Maintain safety records, reports, compliance documentation, and audit findings.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, and contractors on EHS matters.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities at project locations.

Skills

EHS Management Systems

HIRA & JSA Preparation

Work Permit System

Incident Investigation

Electrical Safety

Work-at-Height Safety

Fire & Emergency Management

Safety Audits & Inspections

Contractor Safety Management

Documentation & Compliance Reporting

Education

Diploma / Bachelor' s Degree in Engineering

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, or equivalent certification

NEBOSH, IOSH, or other recognized safety certifications

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Role: EHS Engineer - IBMS (Contractual)

Position: EHS / Safety Engineer - IBMS (Contractual)
Location: Chennai

Department: Projects - IBMS / CFS (CCTV, Access Control Systems)
Experience: 3-8 Years
Employment Type: Contractual

Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Safety Engineer to oversee EHS compliance and safety management for IBMS projects involving CCTV, Access Control Systems (ACS), BMS, and ELV installations. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing safety procedures, conducting audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture across project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company EHS policies, client safety requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments for IBMS and ELV project activities.
• Perform Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), and toolbox talks.
• Monitor work permits and ensure adherence to safe work practices for electrical, work-at-height, and installation activities.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct safety inductions and regular awareness sessions for site personnel and subcontractors.
• Ensure proper usage of PPE and compliance with safety standards at project sites.
• Maintain safety records, reports, compliance documentation, and audit findings.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, and contractors on EHS matters.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities at project locations.

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, or equivalent certification.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, or other recognized safety certifications will be preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 3-8 years of experience in safety management for construction, MEP, ELV, IBMS, or electrical projects.
• Experience in handling safety requirements for CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarm, BMS, and related ELV installations.
• Familiarity with client safety standards and statutory compliance requirements.

Technical Skills

• EHS Management Systems
• HIRA & JSA Preparation
• Work Permit System
• Incident Investigation
• Electrical Safety
• Work-at-Height Safety
• Fire & Emergency Management
• Safety Audits & Inspections
• Contractor Safety Management
• Documentation & Compliance Reporting