Assistant Vice President - Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)-Bangalore Location

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Vice President (AVP) - Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead the organization's EHS function across all business units and project locations. The incumbent will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continually improving EHS management systems, policies, standards, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and a solid safety culture while supporting the organization's vision of Zero Harm, Zero Incidents, and Sustainable Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

- Develop and implement a comprehensive EHS framework across all group companies, business units, and project sites.
- Formulate EHS strategies, policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines aligned with organizational goals, client requirements, and statutory regulations.
- Establish EHS objectives, targets, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monitor performance across all business units.
- Provide strategic guidance to business leadership on EHS matters and emerging regulatory requirements.

Safety Management
- Develop and implement health, safety, and environmental training programs to enhance employee awareness, competency, and compliance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable EHS laws, regulations, client requirements, and industry best practices.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).




- Promote behavior-based safety initiatives and strengthen employee participation in safety programs.

Environmental Management
- Develop and oversee environmental management programs to ensure sustainable and environmentally responsible operations.
- Lead environmental compliance initiatives and remediation projects, where required.
- Monitor environmental performance and drive initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact and improving resource efficiency.

EHS Management Systems
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of EHS Management Systems in accordance with:
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management System
- ISO 45001: Occupational Health & Safety Management System
- Coordinate certification, surveillance, and recertification audits.
- Ensure effective implementation and compliance with EHS management system requirements across all locations and projects.

Audits, Compliance & Reporting
- Establish and implement EHS audit programs to evaluate compliance, effectiveness, and maturity of EHS systems.
- Conduct periodic management reviews to assess the adequacy, suitability, and effectiveness of EHS programs.
- Monitor statutory compliance and proactively address identified gaps.
- Lead internal, external, client,



and certification audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations and non-conformities.

Educational Qualifications
- M.Sc. (Environmental Science / Occupational Health & Safety / Related Discipline)
- PGDIS (Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Safety)
- PGDEHS (Post Graduate Diploma in Environment, Health & Safety)
- Additional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, Lead Auditor - ISO 14001 / ISO 45001, or equivalent certifications will be preferred.

Experience
- Minimum 25+ years of progressive experience in Environment, Health & Safety Management.
- Proven experience in large-scale Infrastructure, EPC, High-Rise Buildings, Industrial, Manufacturing, Power, Renewable Energy, or Construction Projects.
- Experience in leading EHS functions across multiple locations, regions, or business units.
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing EHS management systems, statutory compliance, and organizational safety transformation initiatives.

Key Skills & Competencies
- EHS Strategy Development & Implementation
- Occupational Health & Safety Management
- Environmental Management & Sustainability
- Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Management Systems
- EHS Performance Analytics & Reporting
- Excellent Communication, Influencing, and Decision-Making Skills
- Change Management & Safety Culture Transformation

Interested candidate may share their cv to [email protected].

📌 AVP-EHS (Bengaluru)
🏢 Kalpataru International
📍 Bengaluru