Safety EHS Lead - O&M Hybrid (Wind & Solar), Fatehgarh RJ, Mahuva, Gujarat

: Role Purpose The Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager – EHS will be responsible for implementing and driving Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) systems across Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities for hybrid renewable energy assets comprising Solar PV plants, Wind Farms, Pooling Substations (PSS), and associated HV/EHV transmission infrastructure . The role will ensure zero-harm operations through strict adherence to statutory requirements, company EHS standards, and industry best practices while fostering a proactive safety culture across employees and contractors. Key Responsibilities EHS Management • Implement and monitor EHS management systems across hybrid renewable energy assets, including Solar PV plants, Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs), Pooling Substations, and transmission infrastructure. • Ensure compliance with applicable statutory regulations, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 standards, and company EHS policies. • Drive a proactive safety culture through Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS), safety campaigns, and employee engagement initiatives. O&M Safety • Ensure safe execution of preventive, predictive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance activities across solar, wind, electrical substations, and transmission systems. • Monitor compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical isolation, confined space entry, work at height, lifting operations, hot work, and excavation safety. • Conduct field safety inspections and verify implementation of critical risk controls. Contractor Safety Management • Manage EHS compliance of O&M contractors, service providers, OEM personnel, and vendors. • Conduct contractor safety inductions, competency assessments, and periodic performance evaluations. • Ensure contractor compliance with statutory requirements and company safety standards. Hazard Identification & Risk Management • Conduct Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Task Risk Assessments for routine and critical maintenance activities. • Identify unsafe conditions and behaviours and ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions. Incident Investigation • Investigate incidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, and unsafe acts using Root Cause Analysis (RCA). • Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor their effectiveness. • Maintain incident records and prepare management reports. Emergency Preparedness • Develop and implement emergency response plans covering electrical incidents, fire emergencies, rescue from height, confined space rescue, and medical emergencies. • Organize mock drills and evaluate emergency response readiness. Compliance & Audits • Conduct internal EHS audits, statutory inspections, and compliance reviews. • Ensure closure of audit observations within defined timelines. • Maintain statutory registers, permits, licenses, safety records, and compliance documentation. Training & Awareness • Conduct EHS induction programs, toolbox talks, refresher trainings, and specialized safety programs. • Promote continuous learning and awareness on electrical safety, working at height, wind turbine safety, and solar O&M hazards. Stakeholder Management • Coordinate with O&M, Asset Management, Engineering, Projects, HR, OEMs, contractors, and regulatory authorities on EHS matters. • Support corporate EHS initiatives and site-level safety improvement projects. Educational Qualification • B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or equivalent Engineering. • Diploma/PG Diploma in Industrial Safety or Occupational Health & Safety (Mandatory). • NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent certifications will be preferred. Experience • 10–15 years of EHS experience in the Renewable Energy, Power, Transmission, or Utility sector . • Mandatory experience in Hybrid Renewable Energy projects (Solar + Wind) covering Operations & Maintenance. • Hands-on experience supporting Pooling Substations (33/132/220/400 kV) and HV/EHV transmission systems is highly preferred. • Strong exposure to contractor safety management and high-risk electrical maintenance activities. Key Skills • Hybrid Renewable Energy (Solar + Wind) Safety • O&M Safety Management • Electrical Safety • Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) Safety • Solar PV Plant Safety • Pooling Substation & Transmission Safety • Permit to Work (PTW) • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) • HIRA / JSA / Risk Assessment • Incident Investigation & RCA • Contractor Safety Management • Emergency Response Planning • ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 • Safety Audits & Statutory Compliance • Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) Behavioural Competencies • Safety Leadership • Ownership & Accountability • Risk-Based Decision Making • Strong Communication & Influencing Skills • Stakeholder Management • Problem Solving • Teamwork & Collaboration • Continuous Improvement Mindset Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Zero Fatalities and Lost Time Injuries (LTI) • Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) • 100% PTW & LOTO Compliance • Contractor Safety Compliance • Timely Closure of CAPA and Audit Observations • Safety Training & Induction Coverage • Emergency Drill Effectiveness • Statutory Compliance Score • Near Miss Reporting & Corrective Action Closure • Safety Culture Improvement Index Preferred Industry Background • Renewable Energy IPPs (Solar, Wind, Hybrid) • Power Generation & Utilities • Transmission & Distribution • EPC/O&M Organizations supporting Renewable Energy Assets