Manager - EHS RCF

Larsen & Toubro; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro seeks a Lead – EHS for their Chennai site, responsible for implementing Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices. This role requires ensuring compliance with regulations, leading risk assessments, incident management, and conducting training programs. The incumbent will play a crucial role in fostering a safety culture and ensuring all site activities prioritize zero harm. Candidates should have relevant experience in EHS implementation and risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) implementation.
• Strong understanding of statutory regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure end-to-end execution of EHS plans and compliance obligations.
• Maintain necessary permits and documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments for the site.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure timely reporting.
• Organize EHS inductions and training programs for staff.

Job description

The Lead – EHS – Site is responsible for end-to-end Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) implementation at a specific project site. The role ensures full compliance with statutory regulations, corporate policies, and safe work practices throughout the project lifecycle. The incumbent leads site-level risk identification, incident prevention, emergency response planning, and environmental protection initiatives. This role plays a key part in building a strong safety culture, monitoring contractor performance, and ensuring all activities are executed with zero harm as the central objective.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• EHS Implementation at Site: Ensure end-to-end execution of all site-level EHS plans, procedures, and compliance obligations in line with corporate policies and legal requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain all necessary permits, licenses, and documentation. Interface with statutory authorities during inspections and ensure zero non-compliances.
• Risk Identification and Control: Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA), implement mitigation measures, and regularly review work areas for unsafe conditions.
• Incident Management: Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Ensure timely and accurate incident reporting.
• Training and Awareness: Organize site-specific EHS inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness programs for employees and contractors. Assess training effectiveness periodically.