Plant EHS Head (Petrochemical)

Objective (The main purpose of the position)

To create, establish, and lead a robust HSE framework across the manufacturing site, ensuring statutory compliance, operational excellence, cultural transformation, and integration of sustainability objectives into business operations. The role acts as the corporate custodian of safety, health, environmental stewardship, and sustainability performance.

 

Key Responsibilities (State the primary duties and tasks of the position)

Technical & Governance:

Develop and deploy a uniform HSE Management System  (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Responsible Care®).

Lead Process Safety Management (PSM) including HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, startup safety reviews, and corporate risk assessments.

Implement corporate policies on occupational health, industrial hygiene, waste management, and environmental compliance.

Integrate HSE considerations into project design, technology transfer, and scale-up processes.

Establish and execute corporate audit programs with timely closure of findings.

Serve as the corporate interface with regulators, statutory authorities, and external auditors.

Monitor evolving legislation and global standards, ensuring proactive compliance.

Leadership & Strategy:

Provide strategic direction, mentoring, and capability building to site HSE team.

Drive India-level sustainability initiatives including decarbonization, water stewardship, waste minimization, and energy efficiency.

Build ownership and accountability among site leadership teams for HSE and sustainability outcomes.

Foster a culture of Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) and employee engagement.

Operational Excellence:

Monitor HSE  across the site (TRIR, LTIFR, near misses, emissions, waste, water usage).

Lead incident investigations (RCA) and ensure implementation of preventive actions.

Strengthen crisis management and emergency response readiness.

Drive environmental performance improvements (pollution prevention, emission controls, sustainability projects).

Deliver structured HSE & sustainability performance reviews to senior and global leadership.

Education :

B.Tech / B.E Chemical Engineering