SHE Manager

The SHE Manager at Buckman in Chennai, India, is responsible for implementing and maintaining Safety, Health & Environment policies, procedures, and programs. This role involves managing SHE processes, documentation, licenses, and permits, conducting risk assessments and safety inspections, and developing SHE training materials. The manager will also support MOC processes, update BaaN codes, and assist with contractor management. This mid-senior level position requires 8-10 years of relevant experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Must Have

• Degree/Diploma in EHS
• 8-10 years of relevant safety experience in Chemical or Manufacturing industry
• Certified Fire Safety Manager
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer
• Computer proficiency with sound knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis
• Experience in reviewing, implementing and maintaining SHE policies, procedures and programs
• Ability to manage Risk Assessment process and conduct monthly safety inspections
• Good interpersonal and English communication skills (both written and verbal)

Good to Have

• Internal auditor for ISO14001/OHSAS 18001 certificate

Description

SHE Manager (Safety, Health & Environment)

Location : Chennai, India

Required Language : English

Employment Type : Permanent

Seniority Level : Mid-Senior level

Travel : <10%

Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Buckman delivers exceptional service and innovative solutions to our customers globally in the pulp and paper, leather, and water treatment sectors to help boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment.

Buckman is in the middle of a digital transformation of its businesses and focused on building the capabilities and tools in support of this.

Education :

• Degree/ Diploma in EHS.
• Mechanical/ Chemical/ Electrical or Building Services/ any engineering

Experience & Certification :

• At least 8-10 years of relevant safety experience in Chemical or Manufacturing industry
• Certified Fire Safety Manager
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer
• Internal auditor for ISO14001/ OHSAS 18001 certificate is an advantage
• Computer proficiency with sound knowledge in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis

Job Responsibilities:

• Reviewing, implementing and maintaining SHE policies, procedures and programs (Including ISO procedures)
• Maintaining SHE processes, documentations and essential licenses and permits
• Updating BaaN code columns and supporting MOC process
• Identifying, addressing and appropriately managing Risk Assessment process that may affect the environment, safety and well-being of our associates and community. Ensure Risk Assessment are update to date for production, warehouse, lab and office activities.
• Conducting monthly safety inspections with SHE team. Keep inspection records and follow up actions.
• Assist SHE & Facilities Manager in sourcing the right contractors, communicating, generating P.I. and follow up with contractors to ensure the job awarded is completed accordingly and on time.
• Developing or modifying SHE training material to suit the target audience
• Assist and actively participate in SHE programs
• Generating P.I When required

Communication & Personal Traits :

• Good interpersonal and English communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to interact and deal with people from various cultural backgrounds and at all different levels.
• Ability to work independently, resourceful and effective team player.
• Motivated, independent, resourceful, efficient and able to handle several projects simultaneously.
• Strong sense of urgency in resolving issues.
• Effective team player who is also resourceful and competent to work independently.

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