Safety Incharge

Synthite; Prakasam District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Synthite seeks an EHS Incharge to develop, implement, and monitor environmental, health, and safety systems across its manufacturing facility in India. You will ensure statutory compliance, prevent incidents, and foster a strong safety culture among plant teams.

Responsibilities include managing environmental permits, conducting risk assessments and audits, implementing ISO 14001/45001, training staff, and driving continuous improvement in EHS performance and reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Environmental Studies.
• Diploma or Masters in Industrial Safety (preferred).
• 6–8 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Indian EHS laws and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA/JSA), safety audits, and inspections across plant operations.
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure proper PPE usage, machine safety, fire safety, and emergency preparedness.
• Lead safety training programs, toolbox talks, and safety awareness campaigns.
• Monitor occupational health programs including medical check-ups and exposure assessments.

Skills

EHS legislation & compliance

Risk assessment & incident

Audit & management systems

Communication & leadership

Data analysis & reporting

Influence & behavioral change

Education

Bachelor's degree in Eng/Science/Environmental Studies

Diploma/Master in Industrial Safety (preferred)

Job description

Job Purpose

The EHS incharge is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental, health, and safety systems to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, prevent workplace incidents, and promote a strong safety culture across the manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

Environment

• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations (CPCB/SPCB, Factory Act, Water Act, Air Act, Hazardous Waste Rules, etc.).
  
• Manage environmental permits, consents, renewals, and statutory reporting.
  
• Oversee waste management (hazardous, non-hazardous, E-waste), effluent treatment, emissions monitoring, and sustainability initiatives.
  
• Conduct environmental audits and coordinate with regulatory authorities.
  

Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and SOPs.
  
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA/JSA), safety audits, and inspections across plant operations.
  
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement corrective and preventive actions.
  
• Ensure proper implementation of PPE usage, machine safety, fire safety, and emergency preparedness.
  
• Lead safety training programs, toolbox talks, and safety awareness campaigns.
  
• Monitor occupational health programs including medical check-ups and exposure assessments.
  

Compliance & Systems

• Ensure compliance with Factory Act, Labour Laws, OSHA guidelines, and other statutory requirements.
  
• Implement and maintain ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 management systems.
  
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and maintain EHS documentation.
  
• Liaise with government bodies, auditors, consultants, and insurance agencies.
  

Leadership & Culture

• Drive a proactive safety culture across all levels of employees and contractors.
  
• Guide and train line managers and supervisors on EHS responsibilities.
  
• Monitor contractor safety performance and ensure compliance at site.
  
• Participate in management reviews and provide EHS performance reports.
  

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Zero fatal accidents and reduction in recordable incidents
  
• Statutory and legal compliance with no major non-conformities
  
• Improvement in safety audit scores
  
• Reduction in environmental incidents and waste generation
  
• Effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering / Science / Environmental Studies
  
• Diploma or Masters in Industrial Safety (preferred)
  
• 6 to 8 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
  
• Strong knowledge of Indian EHS laws and regulatory requirements
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of EHS legislation and compliance
  
• Risk assessment and incident investigation expertise
  
• Audit and management system implementation skills
  
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  
• Data analysis and reporting skills
  
• Ability to influence and drive behavioral change