Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer to join our team. The EHS Officer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations to promote a safe and healthy work environment. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of regulatory requirements, and the ability to foster a safety-conscious culture within the organization.

Responsibilities:

Verify site conditions and authorize work permits (Hot work, Height work, Confined Space Work, Lifting) – to coordinate between contractor and the Client to avoid delays.
Carry out work site inspection and report deviations. – to communicate to site team, prepare reports
Support E&M to prepare SOPs, SMPs and ensure SOPs are aligned and teams are trained in the SOPs.
Prepare database of work permits issued and track closure on daily basis. Emphasis on housekeeping and the work locations are clear from obstructions, debris etc.
Inspect portable tools brought by contractors for safe operation and approve for site entry.
Ensure timely closure of audit findings and update to the Client team on the status of actions.
Conduct daily tool box talks for contract workers and maintain records
Conduct EHSS orientation for contract workers and maintain records
Maintain training records of contractors and ensure trainings are conducted as per plan
Identify unsafe act/conditions at site, report in system and take action for closure
Inspection of scaffolds erected by contractors for working at height, Inspection of crane etc. (lifting tools and tackles – all forms as per local regulations)
Monitoring work activities at site for safe execution / compliance to work procedures
Inspection of E&M Team PPE and coordinate with contract management to ensure quality PPE are provided to team.
Conduct Job Safety Analysis, HIRA of project activities along with engineers and provide training to workers.
Conduct refresher safety trainings to contractor workers
Monitor and provide EHSS support to weekend (Saturdays, extensions, holidays) work activities by various contract personnel. Issuing work permits to work activities and conduct toolbox talk.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in EHS management or a similar role.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
Certification in safety or environmental management (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) is highly preferred.
Proven experience in conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and accident investigations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

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