1. Compliance and Regulatory Assurance
- Ensure compliance with applicable local, national, and international HSE regulations (e.g., OSHA).
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HSE laws and standards relevant to chemical processing.
- Prepare and manage all necessary permits, licenses, and regulatory submissions.
2. Health & Safety Management
- Implement and monitor occupational health and safety programs (e.g., PPE, confined space entry, lockout/tag out, chemical exposure).
- Lead risk assessments (JSA, HAZOP, LOPA) and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Support industrial hygiene monitoring and exposure controls for hazardous substances.
3. Environmental Management
- Oversee environmental compliance programs, including air emissions, wastewater treatment, and hazardous waste handling.
- Track and report environmental KPIs, support sustainability initiatives where applicable.
4. Incident & Emergency Response
- Lead or support investigations of incidents, near-misses, and safety violations, perform root cause analysis.
- Maintain and regularly test emergency response plans for chemical spills, fires, or other critical events.
5. Audits, Inspections & Reporting
- Conduct regular HSE audits and inspections of plants areas, equipment, and processes.
- Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs), lead/lagging metrics, and safety trends.
6. Training & Culture
- Deliver and coordinate safety training programs for employees and contractors.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and proactive hazard identification.
7. Team Coordination
- Supervise HSE team, as applicable.
- Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, HR and all other concerned teams to integrate HSE into daily operations.
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldMinimum of 10 years of HSE experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred in a chemical manufacturing or process industry.In-depth knowledge of chemical process safety, hazardous materials regulations, and emergency response planning, Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plans (RMP). NEBOSH / OHSA or other professional certifications are a plus.