Lead EHS

Hfcl; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HFCL is seeking an experienced EHS leader to develop and implement plant-level safety policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure strict statutory compliance. You will lead audits, drive continuous improvement, and manage EHS reporting and training for a manufacturing environment.

The role requires 8–12 years in EHS operations, strong knowledge of factory safety, environmental laws, fire safety, and a diploma/advanced diploma in Industrial Safety.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Environmental Engineering.
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety.
• Relevant EHS certifications will be an added advantage.
• 8–12 years of experience in EHS operations, preferably in manufacturing plants.
• Strong knowledge of factory safety, environmental regulations, fire safety, and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor plant-level EHS policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification.
• Ensure implementation of JSA, HIRA, Permit to Work (PTW), LOTO, and other safety systems.
• Monitor workplace safety practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and implement preventive measures.
• Lead internal and external EHS audits and customer/RBA-related assessments.
• Prepare monthly EHS MIS, dashboards, and performance reports.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring and statutory reporting.

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessments

Hazard identification

Emergency planning

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Environmental Engineering

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety

Relevant EHS certifications

Job description

Develop, implement, and monitor plant-level EHS policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification.

Ensure implementation of Job Safety Analysis (JSA), HIRA, Permit to Work (PTW), LOTO, and other safety systems.

Monitor workplace safety practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and implement preventive measures.

B. Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable Factory, Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions, Environment, Fire and other statutory requirements.

Coordinate statutory inspections, audits, and regulatory visits.

Maintain statutory registers, licences, records, and EHS documentation.

Ensure timely renewal of applicable environmental and safety approvals.

Monitor air emissions, wastewater treatment, hazardous waste, and environmental parameters.

Ensure compliance with Pollution Control Board requirements and environmental consent conditions.

Drive waste reduction, energy conservation, and sustainable manufacturing initiatives.

Coordinate environmental monitoring and statutory reporting.

Develop and implement emergency preparedness and disaster management plans.

Ensure availability and maintenance of fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, and emergency equipment.

Conduct mock drills and emergency response training.

Coordinate with fire and emergency response agencies.

E. Training & Employee Engagement

Conduct safety induction and periodic EHS training for employees, contract workers, and visitors.

Promote safety awareness through toolbox talks, campaigns, and safety committee meetings.

Develop a proactive safety culture and encourage employee participation.

Monitor contractor safety compliance and ensure adherence to plant safety standards.

F. Audit & Continuous Improvement

Lead internal EHS audits, external audits, and customer/RBA-related EHS assessments.

Identify non-conformities and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

Prepare monthly EHS MIS, dashboards, and performance reports.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce accidents and improve EHS performance.

3. Required Qualifications & Experience

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Environmental Engineering.

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety.

Relevant EHS certifications will be an added advantage.

8–12 years of experience in EHS operations, preferably in manufacturing plants.

Strong knowledge of factory safety, environmental regulations, fire safety, and statutory compliance.

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Zero fatality and reduction in Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR).

Statutory EHS compliance and timely licence renewals.

Closure of safety audit observations within defined timelines.

Completion of safety training and awareness programmes.

Reduction in unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.

Effective emergency preparedness and mock drill performance.

Environmental compliance and reduction in waste generation.

Timely submission of monthly EHS MIS and reports.