Head Safety & Environment

Sarthee Consultancy; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarthee Consultancy is seeking a lead EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) professional for plant operations in Pune. You will drive regulatory compliance, safety programs, waste management, and occupational health initiatives across the site.

The role focuses on risk assessment, incident investigations, and leadership of a dedicated EHS team to enable continuous improvement and a safe, compliant working environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead audits, inspections, and certifications (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, RC).
• Maintain permits, licenses related to hazardous chemicals and emissions.
• Develop site-wide safety programs, SOPs and safe work practices.
• Oversee incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and transport of hazardous chemicals.
• Lead emergency preparedness and mock drills.
• Monitor waste disposal, wastewater treatment and emissions.
• Implement pollution prevention and resource optimization.
• Oversee occupational health programs and PPE compliance.
• Promote safety culture and training across the workforce.
• Lead EHS leadership and strategy for continuous improvement.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations.
  
• Lead audits, inspections, and certifications such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Responsible Care.
  
• Maintain all mandatory documentation, permits, and licenses related to hazardous chemicals, waste management, and emissions.
  

2. Safety Management

• Develop and implement site-wide safety programs, SOPs, and safe work practices.
  
• Oversee incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous chemicals.
  
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including mock drills.
  

3. Environmental Management

• Monitor and manage waste disposal, wastewater treatment, emissions, and environmental impact reduction initiatives.
  
• Implement pollution prevention and resource optimization programs.
  
• Ensure proper operation and compliance of environmental control systems.
  

4. Occupational Health

• Implement and monitor occupational health programs including employee exposure monitoring, PPE compliance, and periodic medical checks.
  
• Oversee industrial hygiene assessments and maintain relevant health records.
  

5. Risk Assessment & Safety Culture

• Conduct hazard assessments (HAZOP, JSA, HIRA) and risk mitigation planning.
  
• Promote a safety-first culture through employee engagement, training, and awareness programs.
  
• Ensure contractor and visitor safety management.
  

6. Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strategic guidance to management on EHS risks and improvements.
  
• Lead and mentor the EHS team at the plant.
  
• Drive continuous improvement through periodic reviews and performance metrics.