Our partner is looking for an Assistant Manager - EHS based in India.

As an Assistant Manager - EHS (Environment, Health & Safety), you will play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable operations across an active project site. You will oversee the implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while working closely with contractors, site managers, employees, and other stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include conducting safety audits, assessing workplace risks, reviewing safety documentation, and ensuring appropriate preventive and corrective measures are implemented. You will also lead safety training and awareness initiatives, helping employees and contractors adopt best practices and maintain a strong safety culture. By monitoring incidents, driving continuous improvement, and promoting accountability at every level, you will contribute to the organization's Zero Harm objective. Review and approve Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) plans, manuals, emergency rescue plans, and evacuation procedures submitted by contractors.

Deliver task-specific safety training to site managers, supervisors, and workers to strengthen awareness and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Conduct Health Risk Assessment (HRA) audits, prepare detailed reports, and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive measures.

Guide contractors and vendors in implementing the Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Act, 1996, and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Review and approve Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) submitted by contractors.

Perform daily site safety inspections and audits,



documenting findings and following up on corrective actions.

Assess the availability, adequacy, and competency of on-site HSE resources in accordance with contractual and operational requirements.

Record and investigate near misses and first-aid incidents, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).

Prepare and communicate incident investigation reports and safety performance updates to relevant stakeholders.

Conduct safety orientations, awareness sessions, and regular inspections to maintain high safety standards.

Lead weekly HSE walkthroughs and coordinate weekly and monthly safety meetings with contractors, site teams, and other stakeholders.

Prepare and submit comprehensive EHS reports to clients and internal management, highlighting performance, risks, incidents, and improvement opportunities.

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Minimum of 8 years of professional experience managing Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) activities in an on-site or construction environment.

Relevant safety certifications such as NEBOSH IGC, OSHA 30-Hour Training, or IOSH Managing Safely are highly desirable.

Robust knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, construction safety requirements, and applicable legislation, particularly the BOCW Act, 1996.

Practical experience implementing and monitoring Permit to Work (PTW)



systems and reviewing JSA, HIRA, SWMS, and other safety documentation.

Proven ability to conduct workplace risk assessments, safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.

Experience developing and delivering safety training, employee inductions, and awareness programs for diverse workforces.

Good understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement methodologies.

Strong ability to evaluate contractor performance, assess HSE resource competency, and enforce compliance with safety procedures.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the confidence to influence site teams, contractors, and management.

Fluent in both English and Hindi, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Fully remote working arrangement, as indicated in the original job listing.

Full-time employment opportunity.

Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and diverse operational stakeholders.

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📌 Assistant Site Manager - Full-time (India)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 India