Site EHS Lead

SUN PHARMA; Kamrup Metropolitan; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma is seeking an EHS Lead in Guwahati with 18+ years of experience to drive a proactive safety culture across the site. You will lead regulatory compliance, environmental management, and emergency preparedness while partnering with leadership to implement corporate EHS standards.

The role requires deep expertise in ISO 14001/ISO 45001, incident investigations, training design, and budget management to ensure world‑class safety performance and continuous improvement at the site.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in EHS leadership roles
• Bachelor or higher in science/engineering and safety specialization
• Experience with regulatory compliance and incident investigation

Responsibilities

• Drive EHS culture excellence and employee engagement
• Lead regulatory compliance across factory and site operations
• Design and deliver EHS training for employees and contractors
• Ensure compliance with Factories Act and environmental regulations
• Implement and sustain corporate EHS standards and procedures
• Oversee safety oversight, inspections and audits
• Coordinate monthly Safety Committee meetings and CAPA tracking
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Manage environmental compliance and effluent treatment operations
• Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification activities
• Prepare and manage EHS budgets and resource allocation
• Liaise with regulatory bodies for approvals and inspections
• Lead risk assessment programs and continuous improvement
• Manage contractor safety and emergency preparedness

Skills

EHS culture

Regulatory awareness

Leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech

M.Sc Environmental Sciences

PG Diploma in Industrial Safety

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Job Description:

Title: EHS Lead

Business Unit: SGO

Job Grade: G9, Senior Manager

Location: Guwahati

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Key Responsibilities

• Drive EHS Culture Excellence
• Develop, strengthen, and sustain a proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) culture across the site through employee engagement initiatives, awareness programs, leadership involvement, and active management support.
• Enhance EHS Awareness and Capability Building Design and conduct EHS training programs for employees and contractors, promote best practices, and implement innovative initiatives to improve safety, health, and environmental awareness throughout the organization.
• Regulatory Compliance Management Advise and support the Factory Manager and the site in ensuring compliance with the Factories Act, environmental regulations, and all other applicable statutory requirements related to health, safety, and environmental management.
• Implementation of Corporate EHS Standards Partner with the Factory Manager and functional leaders to effectively implement and sustain corporate EHS policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines across the site.
• Operational Safety Oversight Ensure adherence to all safety requirements on a day-to-day basis, monitor compliance through inspections and audits, work permits and provide support to the Site/Location Head during emergency situations and crisis management.
• Safety Committee Coordination Organize and facilitate monthly Safety Committee meetings, track action items, and ensure timely implementation and closure of identified improvements and corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation and Corrective Actions Lead investigations of accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to identify root causes and ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Environmental Compliance and Effluent Management Ensure proper operation and performance of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) and compliance with applicable environmental regulations. Monitor treated effluent quality to consistently meet standards prescribed by the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB).
• Hazardous Waste Management Ensure safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with statutory requirements and corporate standards.
• EHS Management Systems Maintain and continuously improve Environmental, Health & Safety Management Systems in compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements, including audits, reviews, and certification activities.
• EHS Budgeting and Resource Management Prepare and manage the annual EHS Operating Expenditure (OpEx) and Capital Expenditure (CapEx) budgets, ensuring effective utilization of resources and timely execution of approved projects.
• Government and Regulatory Liaison Maintain effective relationships and regular coordination with regulatory authorities, including the DISH Officials, SPCB officials, Fire Officials, Underground Water Authority and other statutory bodies, to ensure compliance and facilitate regulatory approvals and inspections.
• Risk Assessment and Continuous Improvement Lead risk assessment programs, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive initiatives aimed at achieving world-class EHS performance and operational excellence.
• Contractor Safety Management Establish and monitor contractor safety management systems to ensure compliance with site safety requirements and safe execution of all contracted activities.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response Develop, maintain, and periodically test emergency response plans, conduct mock drills, and ensure preparedness for fire, chemical, medical, and environmental emergencies.

Experience: 18+ years’ experience

Education: B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences | Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Safety

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).

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