Manager - HSE

Nordex SE; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordex SE in India seeks an experienced Manager for Health, Safety & Environment to lead HSE across the Tiruvallur manufacturing site. You will drive risk assessments, safety programs, and regulatory compliance while fostering a strong safety culture among employees and contractors.

The role requires 12–15 years of HSE leadership experience, M.E./M.Tech in Industrial Safety, and certifications such as NEBOSH or ISO 45001/14001 Lead Auditor as advantages.

Qualifications

• M.E./M.Tech in Industrial Safety as per Tamil Nadu rules.
• NEBOSH or ISO auditor certifications advantageous.
• Experience: 12-15 years in HSE management at manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE management across the facility ensuring compliance with legal requirements and corporate standards.
• Coordinate risk assessments including HIRA, JSA, and SFMEA; drive safety programs.
• Conduct incident investigations using root cause analysis; implement corrective actions.
• Manage contractor safety, PTW systems, and safety inspections; audit readiness and reporting.
• Develop and implement SOPs, emergency plans, and training programs.
• Maintain ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems; support external audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

EH&S management

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Safety training

Education

M.E./M.Tech in Industrial Safety

NEBOSH certification

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor

ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

Job description

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Manager - Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Location: Tiruvallur (Factory Based Role)

Experience: 12-15 Years

Qualification

• M.E/M.Tech in Industrial Safety(approved as per Tamilnadu Factories Rules)
• Additional certifications such as NEBOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor will be an added advantage.

Job Purpose: To lead and drive Health, Safety & Environmental management systems across the manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, corporate standards, and industry best practices while fostering a strong safety culture and supporting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Management

• Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, statutory regulations, and internal EHS requirements.
• Lead HIRA, JSA, Risk Assessments, SFMEA, and other risk management activities.
• Conduct incident, accident, and near-miss investigations using Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Drive implementation of Behavior Based Safety (BBS) and proactive safety programs.
• Monitor contractor safety management and Permit to Work (PTW) systems.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and workplace assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Develop and implement safety procedures, SOPs, and emergency response plans.

Statutory & Compliance Management

• Liaise with government authorities such as DISH, TNPCB, Fire Department, PESO, Electrical Inspectorate, and other regulatory bodies.
• Ensure timely renewal of licenses, approvals, permits, and statutory certifications.
• Maintain all statutory registers, records, and compliance documentation.
• Support audits and inspections by external agencies and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 requirements and environmental regulations.
• Monitor waste management, hazardous waste disposal, air emissions, water consumption, and sustainability initiatives.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring and reporting activities.
• Drive environmental improvement projects and resource conservation programs.

Occupational Health & Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate occupational health surveillance and periodic medical examinations.
• Conduct emergency preparedness programs and mock drills.
• Manage fire protection systems, first aid facilities, and emergency response teams.
• Promote industrial hygiene and employee wellness initiatives.

Management Systems & Audits

• Maintain and improve ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and Integrated Management Systems.
• Plan and conduct internal audits and facilitate external certification audits.
• Track audit findings and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Prepare and present EHS performance reports and management review data.

Training & Culture Building

• Design and deliver EHS training programs, inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Conduct contractor and visitor safety training.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and employee engagement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement and strengthen safety culture across the facility

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

The role is generally available on a full-time basis as well as in other flexible working-time models.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex