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EHS Manager (Environment, Health & Safety)

Orbit Global hr Consultants • Full-time • Bengaluru/Bangalore, Karnataka • 2w ago

Job Description:

EHS Manager (Environment, Health & Safety)

Location

Nelamangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka

Department

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

Experience

5–8 Years

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.

Employment Type

Full-Time | On-Site

Number of Positions

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead Environment, Health, and Safety initiatives across manufacturing and operational facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, developing and implementing EHS programs, conducting audits and risk assessments, and driving a culture of safety and sustainability throughout the organization.

This role requires a proactive leader who can effectively manage regulatory compliance, employee safety programs, environmental initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and management systems.
Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations.
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, workplace assessments, and risk evaluations.
Identify hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up actions to prevent recurrence.
Develop and conduct EHS training and awareness programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Monitor EHS performance indicators and prepare reports for management review.
Manage environmental sustainability initiatives including waste management, pollution prevention, resource conservation, and energy optimization.
Coordinate with government authorities and regulatory agencies for inspections, audits, permits, and compliance requirements.
Maintain EHS documentation, records, licenses, and statutory reports.
Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support emergency preparedness planning, mock drills, and crisis management activities.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, HR, and Administration teams to ensure safe operations.
Ensure compliance with ISO standards, environmental management systems, and occupational health and safety management systems.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Sound knowledge of EHS regulations, compliance requirements, and risk management practices.
Experience in conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
Knowledge of environmental management, waste disposal, pollution control, and sustainability programs.
Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in EHS reporting, documentation, and compliance management.
Ability to influence and motivate employees toward a strong safety culture.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates from the following industries will be preferred:

Pharmaceuticals
Chemicals
Nutraceuticals
Food Processing
Botanical Extracts
Herbal Ingredients
Manufacturing
Biotechnology
FMCG Manufacturing
Process Industries

What We're Looking For

5–8 years of hands-on experience in EHS management within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of occupational health, industrial safety, and environmental regulations.
Proven track record in implementing EHS systems and driving safety improvements.
Experience managing audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
Passion for workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence organizational change.

Role

EHS Manager

Industry

Manufacturing / Pharmaceuticals / Nutraceuticals / Chemicals / Botanical Ingredients

Location

Nelamangala, Bengaluru

Desired Profile / Criteria / Skills :

Required Skills & Expected Profile

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
5–8 years of hands-on experience in EHS management within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical, nutraceutical, or process industries.
Strong knowledge of Environment, Health & Safety regulations, statutory compliance, and industry best practices.
Experience in conducting safety audits, risk assessments, hazard identification, and workplace inspections.
Proven experience in incident investigation, root cause analysis (RCA), and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Knowledge of environmental management systems, waste management, pollution control, and sustainability initiatives.
Experience in handling regulatory inspections, permits, compliance documentation, and liaison with government authorities.
Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Occupational Health & Safety standards, and EHS management systems.
Ability to design and conduct safety training, awareness programs, mock drills, and emergency response activities.
Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate employees on EHS matters.
Experience in preparing EHS reports, compliance documentation, safety metrics, and management reviews.
Proficiency in safety management systems, incident reporting, and risk management tools.
Proactive, detail-oriented professional capable of working independently and driving a strong safety culture.

Preferred Industry Experience

Pharmaceuticals
Chemical Manufacturing
Nutraceuticals
Food Processing
Botanical Ingredients
Herbal Extracts
Biotechnology
FMCG Manufacturing
Process Industries
Manufacturing Plants

Keywords for Candidate Search

EHS Manager, HSE Manager, Safety Manager, Environment Health Safety Manager, Industrial Safety Manager, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Compliance, Safety Compliance, Risk Assessment, Hazard Identification, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Environmental Management, Waste Management, Pollution Control, Sustainability, Safety Audits, Regulatory Compliance, Emergency Response, Fire Safety, Mock Drills, Process Safety, Manufacturing Safety, Chemical Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, EHS Training, Workplace Safety, Safety Culture.

Offered Benefits / Facilities :

For the Offered Benefits / Facilities section, you can use:
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage.
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
- Exposure to advanced EHS systems and industry best practices.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.
- Career growth opportunities into senior EHS leadership roles.
- Employee-friendly and safety-focused work culture.
- Participation in sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives.
- Opportunity to lead cross-functional safety and compliance programs.
- Exposure to regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance management.
- Paid leave, statutory benefits, and company holidays.
- Training programs on Occupational Health, Safety, Environment, and Risk Management.
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding safety performance and contributions.
- Collaborative work environment with opportunities to influence organizational safety culture.
- Transport support and canteen facilities (if applicable).