Job Title : Sr. Manager ESH - Evonik India Research Hub
Reporting to : Head of India Research Hub
Entity & Work Location : Evonik India, Thane
Purpose of the position :
To facilitate implementation of ESHQ strategy at Evonik India Research Hub (Thane site).
To develop, implement, and drive strategic and operational ESHQ leadership.
The incumbent sets the direction for the ESHQ program to improve or introduce new policies, set quality standards, procedures, practices, parameters and manages its execution.
Support Evonik’s due diligence process for new investments and acquisitions in India to ensure critical ESH issues are identified and addressed.
Key Responsibilities :
ESHQ -
Develop and monitor ESHQ objectives and targets for EIRH, including fire management & fire fighting system, Workplace monitoring of noise, particles etc., ETP, STP, WTP running & submission of the reports to the regulatory bodies. Responsible for the hazardous waste management system in EIRH including filing on the portal, maintaining the chemical inventory & approval system for the same. Responsible for the work permit system implementation & record keeping. Support laboratories for Safety points rectifications, documentations, feedback on ESHQ queries, etc.
Manage the SOPs - Emergency Response Plan, Hazardous waste management plan, ESHQ training policy and procedure with matrix, Safety Manual.
Responsible for safety trainings, safety drills, OHC, yearly medical checks for employees & site committee meetings
ESHQ assessment of current & new warehouses
Support ESHQ due diligence for India new investments and acquisitions.
Investigate major incidents in EIRH and report to management.
Supporting Asia Pacific region and corporate ESHQ for implementation of ESTER (Evonik Standard Tool ESHQ & Reporting) project in EIRH
Evaluate the JSAs (Job safety analysis) at the site & ensure they are meeting ESTER requirements.
Follow-up on audit observations and recommendations.
Establish ESHQ communication within the RDI Asia region to share best practices and lessons learned.
Follow the ‘Emergency Communication’ policy established at sites for internal & external communication in cases of exigencies. Provide support to team in case of emergency situations.
Authority Management Responsibilities -
To lead investment and acquisitions projects in India (ESHQ Focus)
Propose and establish the authority approach and strategy for regular activities as well as investment & acquisition projects.
Regulatory Responsibilities -
Environment clearance- MPCB,CTE,CTO, waste management- solid, liquid, plastic & bio waste. Emission monitoring- air, noise,
Fire NOC
DISH factory permit
Legal Metrology
FDA, MIDC, Electric department, water department etc. permits
Excise department
Principle employer registration
Education, Certification and/or relevant experience required
Bachelor degree in Safety , Health & Environment / Chemical Engineering / Chemistry or equivalent
10 to 12 years of relevant work experience and knowledge in Safety, Health, Environment & regulatory requirement.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Additional skills and abilities required for this position
Experience in dealing with government/authorities
Good organizational and coordinating skills
Capable to work in a self-organized manner also with remote working colleagues
Team worker with good communication skills
Your Application
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Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
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