HSE Specialist

Roquette; Pantnagar; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette is seeking an HSE Specialist for their Pantnagar unit. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with safety protocols and achieving zero safety incidents. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-risk environments, particularly in chemical or pharmaceutical sectors.

This position includes responsibilities such as developing EHS policies, leading audits, and conducting safety training. An academic background with a diploma in Industrial Safety and in-depth knowledge of statutory regulations is crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• 10-12+ years of experience in chemical processing or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of the Factory Act, Environment Protection Rules, and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and compliance strategies.
• Perform hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Lead root cause analysis for incidents.
• Conduct safety training and site inductions.

Skills

High-risk environment experience

Independent EHS lead skills

Knowledge of statutory regulations

Proficiency in MS Office

Proficiency in AutoCAD

EHS management software skills

Education

Diploma in Industrial Safety from RLI / CLI institutes

Job description

Job Overview

Roquette, a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients, is seeking an HSE Specialist for the Manufacturing team at our Pantnagar unit. The role ensures safety protocols are adhered to, aiming for zero safety incidents while complying with local legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Compliance: Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and legal registers to meet local/national regulations.
• Risk Management: Perform hazard identification, risk assessment (HIRA), and job hazard analysis (JHA).
• Operational Safety: Enforce Permit to Work (PTW), LOTO, electrical safety, lifting operations, and working at heights.
• Incident Investigation: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for accidents/incidents and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Auditing: Lead internal/external audits (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001).
• Liaising: Coordinate with government bodies (DISH, Fire, PCB) and stakeholders.
• Training & Mentoring: Conduct safety training, site inductions, and build a positive safety culture.
• Relations: Main internal relations – all plant employees; main external relations – government officers, auditors.
• Direct Team Size: No direct reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-risk environments such as chemical processing or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Proven record of working as an independent EHS lead on industrial projects.
• Deep knowledge of statutory regulations under the umbrella of the Factory Act, Environment Protection Rules, and associated industrial rules & acts related to occupational health & safety and environment management system.
• Academic background: Diploma in Industrial Safety from RLI / CLI institutes with 10-12+ years’ experience.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and EHS management software.

EEO Statement

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. We value inclusive practices and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.