BanyanNation - Manager - EHS (8-10 yrs)

Position Overview:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manager EHS with a passion for safety, compliance, and environmental sustainability. This role is essential for overseeing our Environmental, Health, and Safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of safety at our plant. The ideal candidate has experience in EHS management within high-risk environments, preferably in plastics recycling, and is skilled at identifying and mitigating risks.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Management

- Conduct comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) and implement mitigation measures.

- Establish and enforce safety protocols for heavy machinery and develop fire prevention and response plans.

- Oversee chemical safety protocols, ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

- Investigate all incidents and near misses, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed

2. Environmental Management

- Implement air quality monitoring and waste reduction programs in compliance with environmental standards.

- Obtain and manage necessary environmental licenses (PCB, Fire, PESO) and ensure compliance with statutory norms.

3. Health Management

- Develop ergonomic programs to prevent work-related injuries and coordinate employee health checks

4. Training and Development

- Conduct EHS induction sessions for new employees and regular safety training programs.

- Establish mentorship programs to educate and train employees on safety best practices

5. Compliance and Reporting

- Lead audits (ISO 14489, Ergonomics, IMS, SMETA) and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

- Report EHS metrics to top management, covering key areas like incidents, unsafe conditions, and corrective actions

6. Continuous Improvement

- Drive safety culture initiatives, establish safety committees, and implement lean management practices to improve EHS outcomes