Safety is at the core of our culture. You will hold a very dynamic EHS role as you will support our Kolkata head office and R&D lab, as well as our field-based technicians located at our 30+ customer sites within the India territory, as well as acting as advisor to our Kolkata toll manufacturing partner. A key role acting as a change agent at all levels of the organization to drive continuous improvement.
What will you do?
- You will ensure sustainability and drive for continuous improvement at the Quaker Houghton Kolkata head office & lab, our India customer sites where our field-technicians operate, these sites are mainly heavy industry manufacturing plants and act as advisor for our local toll manufacturing partner.
- Engage with office and lab teams based in our Kolkata location as well as with the field-based technicians located at our customer sites to promote and elevate our EHS standards.
- Work closely with the India EHS Manager, the Global EHS Fluidcare Director, the Kolkata Lab Manager, Warehouse Manager and all relevant local business leaders, external firms and contractors when necessary to ensure full engagement.
- Provide EHS knowledge, guidance, coaching and training to establish a positive progressive EHS culture. Act as a key resource for EHS training.
- Investigate Incidents, near misses, hazard identifications and ensure appropriate root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
- Be responsible for the EHS management system within the groups in the role’s scope.
- Perform or coordinate internal and external audits, tests & inspections to ensure EHS standards and regulations are met.
- Support and implement corporate EHS programs and systems.
- Work closely on sustainability projects and support related initiatives.
- Attend training, seminars, webinars where required to assist in maintaining an up-to-date professional knowledge in all areas of EHS legislation, standards, guidelines and codes of practice and ensure that any changes are reflected in the Company’s systems.
- Any other tasks as required by management
- Travelling within India : 50%.
What do we look for?
Experience:
- At least 5 years experience in the health and safety and environmental discipline with a strong focus on occupational health and safety required within a heavy industry environment.
- Must be familiar with hazardous material risks management.
- At least 2 years working in an EHS role with multisite coverage that includes traveling.
Education : Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS/DIS) is a must.
Language: English is a must. Hindi is highly valued
Skills:
- Good IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
- Customer focused – Experience of interacting with Customer teams and their representatives
- Good practical problem solving with an acute attention to detail
- Strong team player, passionate about delivering success
- Hands-on approach
- Lead by example
What's in it for you?
- Competitive pay + bonus program + attractive benefits
- Global Giving initiatives such as paid volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice.
- Access to real career growth opportunities in a dynamic and growing team.
- QH University training programs for all seniority levels.
- Wellbeing, Mentorship and other colleague benefit programs.
Join the team and find your future!
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