Role Overview
- An executive-level role responsible for steering the companys EHS strategyensuring workplace safety, environmental compliance, and the effective operation of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP). This position oversees all EHS and ETP activities, integrates them into the broader pharmaceutical manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
EHS Leadership & Strategy
- Develop EHS policies aligned with ISO 14001/45001 standards and corporate sustainability goals
- Lead EHS team in risk assessments, audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions
- Drive safety culture via training, toolbox talks, Gemba walks, and committee governance
Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance witlocal/regional regulations, including environmental permits (CFO, CFE, Form IV/V)
- Liaise with government bodies during inspections and audits; submit statutory filings (wastewater, emissions)
ETP Operations & Oversight
- Oversee daily operations of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), including monitoring, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and equipment calibration
- Analyze effluent data and adjust processes to meet discharge standards and pollution prevention targets
- Maintain ETP documentation: log sheets, operational records, maintenance tickets, and regulatory compliance files
Environmental Management & Sustainability
- Manage environmental footprint: water use, energy conservation, hazardous waste, solid waste, air emissions.
- Lead Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) or wastewater recycling initiatives where applicable
Emergency Preparedness
- Develop and lead emergency response drills (fire, chemical spill, ETP upsets)
- Ensure readiness of emergency equipment (pumps, alarms, SCBA) and training compliance
Team Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Mentor and develop junior EHS/ETP staff; promote cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, QA, and contractors.
- Partner with Corporate EHS to align site EHS/ETP systems with global corporate standards
Continuous Improvement
- Implement data-driven improvements in safety and effluent processes; monitor KPIs (incident rates, effluent quality, uptime)
- Integrate EHS and ETP considerations into new facility designs and capital projects
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree /Diploma in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Safety, Environmental Science or related field.
- 5-9years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical EHS, including direct ETP management.
- In-depth knowledge of ETP technologies, wastewater regulations, and pharma effluent standards
- Certifications preferred: NEBOSH, CSP, CIH, CHMM, ISO lead auditor.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001,ISO 45001, Process Safety Management, and pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks.
Why This Role Makes an Impact
By combining executive-level EHS leadership with direct operational oversight of the ETP, this role ensures pharmaceutical manufacturing remains safe, sustainable, and compliant, while minimizing environmental impact.
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive Salary Package
- Provident Fund, Gratuity, and Medical Insurance
