Manager EHS

About the Role

Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Manager - EHS to develop, implement, and monitor EHS policies, procedures, and project-specific safety plans for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This is a full-time position requiring 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable local regulations, client requirements, and international EHS standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), and method statement reviews.
• Oversee safety during BESS installation, battery container handling, electrical works, testing, commissioning, and energization.
• Ensure appropriate controls for electrical hazards, arc flash, lockout/tagout (LOTO), working at height, lifting operations, and confined spaces.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans for battery thermal runaway, fire, smoke, electrolyte leakage, and other battery-related hazards.
• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, commissioning teams, subcontractors, and clients on EHS matters.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, toolbox talks, and EHS training programs.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and ensure compliance with project EHS requirements.
• Maintain EHS documentation, inspection reports, incident records, safety statistics, and compliance registers.
• Monitor waste management, environmental protection, spill prevention, and hazardous material handling.
• Lead EHS meetings, safety campaigns, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adequate emergency equipment, fire protection systems, first-aid facilities, and evacuation arrangements are available at site.
• Prepare and submit periodic EHS performance reports to project management and clients.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety management, particularly within projects involving Battery Energy Storage Systems.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position within Larsen & Toubro, focusing on EHS management for BESS projects. The role involves working closely with various project stakeholders and ensuring safety across all project phases.