Mahindra & Mahindra—Head - Central Safety & EHS

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Description: Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Responsibilities & Key Deliverables As Head - Central Safety & EHS, Swaraj Division, you will lead safety, sustainability, and compliance initiatives across manufacturing locations, fostering a culture of zero harm and environmental excellence. Key Responsibilities: - Drive Safety Excellence through HIRA, BBS, PTW, LOTO, contractor safety, emergency preparedness, and incident prevention. - Ensure statutory compliance with safety, health, environmental, electrical, and factory regulations, including audits and regulatory liaison. - Develop and implement the division's ESG strategy, aligned with corporate sustainability goals. - Lead BRSR and sustainability reporting, ensuring accurate ESG data management and governance. - Spearhead energy efficiency, renewable energy, decarbonisation, and carbon reduction initiatives. - Drive environmental sustainability through water conservation, waste minimisation, pollution control, and circular economy practices. - Ensure compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements and promote resource recycling and reuse. - Apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) principles to support sustainable manufacturing and product development. - Champion social sustainability, CSR, employee well-being, community engagement, and responsible business practices. - Leverage digitalisation and AI to enhance safety, sustainability performance, energy management, and ESG reporting. This role requires strong cross-functional leadership to align safety and sustainability objectives with business goals while driving continuous improvement across the Swaraj Division. Experience Experience Required - Extensive experience of 15 to 22 years within Manufacturing, Automotive, Farm Equipment, Chemicals or Engineering sectors, demonstrating strong domain knowledge and operational expertise. - Proven track record as a Plant Safety Head or in a senior EHS leadership role managing multiple manufacturing sites, with responsibility for large teams and complex safety systems. - Demonstrated proficiency in developing and executing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies along with Sustainability Reporting to meet evolving regulatory standards and stakeholder expectations. - Hands-on experience in Energy Management initiatives, with a focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and carbon footprint reduction projects. - Comprehensive knowledge and practical application of Environment Management Systems including ISO 14001, Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001), and Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) frameworks. - Familiarity with statutory compliance processes and regulatory audit management in industrial environments. - Experience working with cross-functional teams to embed safety culture and sustainability practices into operational processes. The ideal candidate should have a history of successfully leading transformational change in safety and sustainability while aligning with corporate governance and business priorities. Industry Preferred Industry Preference Experience within the following industries is highly valued due to their alignment with the role’s focus on manufacturing, safety, and sustainability challenges: - Automotive Manufacturing - Chemicals - Farm Equipment and Agricultural Machinery - Heavy Engineering and Capital Goods - Industrial Manufacturing Plants with multi-site operations - Companies with mature Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs and commitment to ESG principles Candidates with exposure to these sectors, especially organisations focused on integrating ESG frameworks and advanced safety systems, will be well suited to succeed in this role. Qualifications Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Production, Environmental, or related disciplines) from a recognised university. - Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent certification in Industrial Safety from accredited institutes such as Certified Lead Auditor (CLI)/Registered Lead Inspector (RLI) or equivalent recognised certifications is highly desirable. - Formal certification in Sustainability, ESG, or Corporate Social Responsibility from recognised bodies or institutions demonstrating expertise in sustainability frameworks and reporting. - Additional certifications or training in Environmental Management Systems (EMS), Occupational Health and Safety, and Energy Management will be advantageous. Continuous professional development in emerging ESG standards, digital sustainability tools, or advanced safety management will strengthen candidate potential. General Requirements General Requirements - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to drive engagement and influence at all organisational levels. - Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written, to effectively present complex technical, regulatory, and sustainability information to diverse stakeholders. - Proven capability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional projects within fast-paced manufacturing environments. - Analytical mindset with aptitude for data-driven decision making and proficiency with digital tools for sustainability reporting and safety management. - Ability to travel occasionally within multiple manufacturing locations as required, although the role primarily does not involve frequent travel. - Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, environmental responsibility, and social accountability. - Strong knowledge of applicable local, national, and international safety, environmental, and ESG regulations and best practices. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we recognise that our strength lies in the diversity of our people and the inclusiveness of our culture. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. We proudly uphold the principles of equal opportunity employment and actively seek to eliminate barriers that may exist due to age, caste, race, religion, colour, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, educational background, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, ancestry, financial status, or any other characteristic protected under law. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, foster creativity, and enhance our ability to meet the evolving needs of the communities and customers we serve. To this end, we provide accessible recruitment processes, support employee resource networks, and regularly review our policies to ensure fairness and equal access for all. Join us in embracing differences as a vital part of our collective success and building a future grounded in mutual respect, fairness, and inclusion.