Manager - Process Safety

Henkel GCC; Kurkumb; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Share Plan

Parental leave

Group Medical Insurance

Job summary

Henkel GCC is seeking a Chemical Process Safety Engineer to lead Process Safety Management across Kurkumbh manufacturing plants in India. You will facilitate hazard analyses (HAZOP/PHA/LOPA), drive high‑risk mitigation, and embed a strong safety culture with operations and projects.

The role requires 8+ years in the field, with 1–2 years in plant/site leadership for safety, and a background in Chemical Engineering. CCPS certification is a plus, and multinational exposure is valued.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' industry experience with at least 1–2 years leading a plant/site for process safety.
• B.Tech/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering required; CCPS certification desirable.
• Strong capability to lead HAZOP/PHA/LOPA and guide cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Process Safety Management activities across Kurkumbh manufacturing sites.
• Facilitate hazard analyses including HAZOP, PHA, LOPA, and FMEA.
• Drive risk mitigation with operations, engineering, and projects.
• Develop and improve site-specific process safety systems and procedures.
• Manage Process Safety KPI reporting, trend analysis, and improvement actions.
• Support incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Lead Management of Change (MoC) processes.
• Coordinate safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Coach and train site teams to strengthen process safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with Henkel safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Process safety management

HAZOP

PHA

LOPA

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

B.Tech/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Adhesive Technologies Safety, health, environment, quality (SHEQ) India, Kurkumbh, Maharashtra Full Time Regular

In this role, you will be responsible for driving Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives, facilitating risk assessments, ensuring compliance with global and local safety standards, and embedding a strong process safety culture across multiple manufacturing plants. Working closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, and project teams, you will play a critical role in identifying and mitigating process risks while supporting business growth and operational excellence.

What you´ll do

• Lead Process Safety Management activities across manufacturing plants at the Kurkumbh site.
• Facilitate and conduct process hazard analyses including HAZOP, PHA, LOPA, FMEA, and other risk assessment studies.
• Identify high-risk processes and drive mitigation plans through collaboration with operations, engineering, and project teams.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve site-specific process safety systems and procedures.
• Manage Process Safety KPI reporting, trend analysis, and improvement initiatives.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive Management of Change (MoC) processes and ensure process safety considerations are integrated into project design and execution.
• Lead process safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Coach, train, and influence site teams to strengthen process safety awareness and culture.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and Henkel Process Safety requirements.

What makes you a good fit

• B.Tech/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience, with the last 1-2 years in leading a plant/site for process safety.
• Must have strong skills in HAZOP, PHA, LOPA - and be capable of leading the same for the site.
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence, train and coach the teams including shopfloor teams
• Advanced certifications like CCPS Process safety professional certification is highly desirable.
• Preferred industries - Specialty chemicals, Oil and Gas.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
• Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
• Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

JOB ID:26100654

Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application

About Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the 'rule' is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?

Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our "Triple Two" philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.

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