EHS Safety Officer

HCP Wellness; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HCP Wellness is seeking an EHS Officer to oversee environmental, health and safety compliance across all manufacturing units in India. You will promote a safety-first culture, manage regulatory requirements, and safeguard employees, equipment, and the environment.

You will conduct site inspections, maintain MSDS, lead training and drills, investigate incidents, and coordinate with Production, QC, R&D, HR and Maintenance to integrate safety into processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's diploma or degree in relevant safety/engineering field required.
• Mandatory: EHS Certification or Industrial Safety Diploma; NEBOSH/IOSH preferred.
• Experience in safety audits, risk assessments, and regulatory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Factory Act, GPCB, Pollution Control, Fire & Safety, Occupational Health regulations.
• Maintain and update EHS documents, permissions, and records.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct induction training and periodic drills, promote safety culture.
• Investigate incidents, prepare RCA reports, implement CAPA.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, R&D, HR, Maintenance to integrate safety.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

GPCB norms

MSDS knowledge

HAZOP

EHS documentation

Emergency response planning

ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 familiarity

Fire safety & firefighting systems

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Industrial Safety / Environmental Science / Chemical Engineering

EHS Certification or Industrial Safety Diploma

NEBOSH/IOSH (preferred)

Job description

Job Overview

The EHS Officer will be responsible for ensuring a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace across all manufacturing units of HCP Wellness. This role ensures adherence to statutory regulations, promotes a safety-first culture, and implements proactive measures to safeguard employees, equipment, and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Factory Act, GPCB, Pollution Control, Fire & Safety, and Occupational Health regulations.
• Maintain and update all mandatory EHS documentation, permissions, and statutory records.

2. Workplace Safety Management

• Conduct daily safety inspections, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper use of PPE, machine guarding, operational controls, and chemical handling procedures.

3. Chemical & Hazard Management (Specific to Cosmetics/Oral Care)

• Maintain MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for all raw materials.
• Ensure safe storage, labeling, and handling of chemicals, solvents, and active cosmetic ingredients.
• Monitor waste disposal as per GPCB norms.

4. Training & Awareness

• Conduct induction training for new employees on EHS.
• Execute periodic mock drills, fire drills, and emergency response training.
• Promote safety culture aligned with HCP Wellness values.

5. Incident & Risk Management

• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Prepare RCA (Root Cause Analysis) reports and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor risk assessment programs for production, packing, and warehouse activities.

6. Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure the functioning of fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, and emergency exits.
• Maintain emergency response plans for chemical spills, fire hazards, and equipment failures.

7. Cross-department Coordination

• Work closely with Production, QC, R&D, HR, and Maintenance teams to ensure compliance and safety integration in all processes.

Required Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Mandatory: EHS Certification, Industrial Safety Diploma, or NEBOSH/IOSH (preferred).
• Certification in Fire & Safety is an added advantage.

Hard Skills (Technical Skills)

• Knowledge of OSHA, Factory Act, GPCB norms, Environmental & Fire Safety standards.
• Strong understanding of chemical safety, MSDS, waste management, and spill control.
• Ability to conduct safety audits, hazard analysis (HAZOP), and EHS documentation.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience with emergency response planning and fire-fighting systems.

Soft Skills (Behavioural Competencies)

• Strong observation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and training delivery ability.
• Proactive, responsible, and safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High integrity, discipline, and adherence to company values.

Preferred Experience

• 2 to 5 years of experience as EHS Officer/EHS Executive in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Cosmetics, Skin Care, Personal Care, Pharma, FMCG, or Chemical industry is highly preferred.
• Experience in handling chemical safety, audits, and regulatory inspections.

Why Join HCP Wellness?

• Opportunity to work with one of the leading Skin Care, Cosmetics & Oral Care manufacturers in India.
• Growth-focused culture with strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Supportive work environment aligned with HCP Wellness values: Safety | Cleanliness | Ownership | Discipline | Teamwork.