Deputy Manager - ESG

About Business:

Job Purpose:

• The Environment Executive in a copper business is responsible for executing and monitoring environmental activities. This includes ensuring compliance with air, water, noise, and biodiversity regulations, conducting environmental monitoring, and preparing reports for senior leadership. The role involves hands-on monitoring and managing environmental data and systems while ensuring operational compliance with environmental regulations.
• Manage execution of environmental management strategies in line with MOEF guidelines and company policies.
• Coordinate the process to obtain and renew statutory environmental approvals, ensuring full compliance with local and national regulations.
• Assist the lead in continuous improvement initiatives for reducing the environmental impact of copper smelting operations.
• Optimize processes related to waste management, water usage, and emissions to meet sustainability goals.
• Implement new technologies and practices to enhance environmental performance and reduce operational inefficiencies.
• Oversee the adherence to MOEF guidelines and other statutory regulations, ensuring 100% compliance in audits and inspections.
• Ensure the team follows the HSE standards, implementing corrective actions where necessary to meet compliance goals.
• Monitor daily submissions of environmental data to government portals such as the State and Central Pollution Control Boards.
• Manage the annual environmental budget, optimizing resource allocation for environmental initiatives.
• Track expenses related to environmental compliance and equipment maintenance, ensuring they stay within approved budgets.
• Supervise cost-saving initiatives without compromising on compliance or sustainability targets.
• Manage a cross-functional team responsible for executing environmental programs and maintaining compliance.
• Guide vendors through statutory documentation requirements, ensuring proper clearance before project initiation.
• Develop training programs for staff to enhance awareness of environmental regulations and internal policies.
• Generate monthly and quarterly environmental performance reports, incorporating real-time data from automated systems.
• Analyze environmental data to identify trends and recommend improvements for sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate reporting to government bodies, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Implement digital systems for real-time tracking of environmental data and automating report generation.
• Lead the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance environmental performance and compliance capabilities.
• Operations team
• Site Managers
• Area Incharges
• Government and Regulatory Authorities
• Environmental Agencies

Education Qualification:

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field
• Work Experience (Range of years):
• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in environmental, sustainability monitoring and compliance, particularly in air, water, and waste management
• Certifications:
• Certification in Environmental Compliance or EMS preferred, not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Planning and Execution:
• Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement:
• HSE and Regulatory Compliance:
• Cost Management and Budgeting:
• Resource and Workforce Management:
• Reporting and Data Analytics:
• Digitization and Tech Adoption:
• Key Stakeholders - Internal:
• Key Stakeholders - External:

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Environmental Compliance or EMS preferred, not mandatory