EHS Officer Company Durga Processors Pvt Ltd Location Surat Gujarat Department Environment Health Safety EHS Reports to Factory Manager Plant Head Dotted Line Reporting Director CEO Job Summary We are seeking a diligent and qualified EHS Officer to join our textile processing facility in Surat The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing implementing and monitoring all environment health and safety programs and policies You will ensure full compliance with all applicable legal and statutory requirements particularly The Factories Act 1948 and Gujarat Pollution Control Board GPCB norms Your primary goal is to foster a culture of safety prevent accidents and ensure environmental sustainability in our operations Key Responsibilities and Duties 1 Safety Management Best Practices Risk Assessment Conduct and regularly review Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments HIRA Job Safety Analysis JSA and HAZOP studies for all plant activities Equipment Systems Ensure all fire and safety equipment including various types of fire extinguishers and alarm systems are maintained inspected and fully functional meeting all technical parameters Emergency Response Develop maintain and test emergency preparedness and evacuation plans Conduct regular fire and emergency drills Work Permit System Implement and manage the work permit system for high-risk activities e g hot work confined space entry height work Inspections Audits Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of premises and personnel to identify non-conformities and enforce safety regulations Accident Management Investigate all accidents incidents and near-misses prepare detailed investigation reports with root cause analysis and corrective preventive actions CAPA 2 Health Occupational Wellness Occupational Health Identify and mitigate occupational health hazards specific to textile processing such as chemical exposure noise heat stress and cotton dust Ergonomics Promote ergonomic best practices at workstations to prevent musculoskeletal disorders PPE Management Oversee the planning procurement distribution and proper usage of Personal Protective Equipment PPE across all departments Welfare Facilities Ensure compliance with statutory welfare provisions including the availability of potable drinking water canteen hygiene and first-aid facilities Medical Coordination Act as the primary coordinator with designated hospitals for immediate medical attention in case of any workplace injury or emergency 3 Environmental Management Statutory Clearances Manage the process of obtaining and renewing Environmental Clearances EC Consent to Establish CTE and Consent to Operate CTO from GPCB and MoEF CC ETP ZLD Management Oversee the operation of the Effluent Treatment Plant ETP and or Zero Liquid Discharge ZLD system to ensure all treated water parameters comply strictly with GPCB norms Waste Management Implement and manage a comprehensive waste management program in compliance with Hazardous and Other Wastes Management and Transboundary Movement Rules Monitoring Reporting Monitor all environmental parameters air water noise as per consent conditions and submit all required statutory returns and compliance reports to authorities in a timely manner 4 Legal Statutory Compliance The Factories Act 1948 Ensure 100 compliance with The Factories Act and the Gujarat Factories Rules This includes maintaining all statutory registers records and submitting required reports Liaison Act as the company s representative and liaison with government bodies such as the Inspector of Factories GPCB and the local Fire Department Safety Committee Organize and conduct the quarterly Safety Committee meetings in conjunction with the HR department as mandated by law Record Keeping Maintain a robust system for all EHS-related documentation permits and compliance records for internal and external audits 5 Training Awareness Induction Ongoing Training Conduct mandatory HSE induction training for all new employees and regular refresher training for all staff on topics like fire safety emergency response chemical handling etc Safety Campaigns Organize and drive safety awareness campaigns and programs to promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization Reporting Maintain a daily MIS of all EHS activities and report to the department head Prepare and communicate training schedules to all HODs Qualifications Experience Required Education o Bachelor s degree in Engineering B E B Tech in Chemical Environmental or Mechanical Engineering OR a B Sc in Chemistry Physics o Mandatory Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Safety PGDIS from a recognized institute Experience o 3-5 years of proven EHS experience preferably within a textile processing chemical or similar manufacturing industry o Hands-on experience in managing ETP ZLD operations and GPCB compliances Knowledge o In-depth knowledge of The Factories Act 1948 The Environment Protection Act 1986 and associated state national rules o Familiarity with standards like OHSAS 18001 ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Required Skills Abilities Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Gujarati Interpersonal Skills Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization Attention to Detail Meticulous and observant with a robust focus on compliance and safety protocols Problem-Solving Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for incident investigation and risk mitigation Ethical Conduct High level of integrity and a positive proactive attitude towards EHS matters Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 660 000 00 - 840 000 00 per year Benefits Food provided Paid sick time Provident Fund Education Diploma Preferred Experience SAFETY DEPARTMENT 5 years Preferred License Certification DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE IN INDUSTRIAL SAFETY Preferred Work Location In person