HSE Specialist

We are seeking an experienced HSE professional to drive Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance at our manufacturing site. The role is responsible for implementing HSE management systems, ensuring statutory compliance, conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in manufacturing environments and a strong understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and applicable legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular HSE inspections and ensure timely closure of findings and corrective actions.
• Lead/support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventive measures.
• Advise employees, supervisors, and managers on safe work practices and HSE requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, Maharashtra Factories Rules, environmental regulations, and company standards.
• Support statutory inspections, license renewals, and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain and improve HSE management systems in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Conduct HIRA, JSA, and other risk assessments and ensure effective control measures.
• Support Management of Change (MOC) for new processes, equipment, materials, and layouts.
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, safety campaigns, and awareness programs.
• Ensure contractor safety and compliance for high-risk activities including PTW, LOTO, work at height, hot work, lifting, confined space, and electrical work.
• Maintain emergency response plans and conduct mock drills.
• Support environmental compliance, waste management, emissions control, and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain HSE records, permits, reports, and documentation.
• Prepare monthly HSE performance reports and KPI dashboards for management review.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Industrial, or related discipline).
• Mandatory Degree/Diploma in Industrial Safety from a government-approved institute.
• 5–7 years of HSE experience in manufacturing, heavy engineering, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of Factories Act, State Rules, and Environmental Laws.
• Experience in HIRA, JSA, PTW, contractor safety, and emergency preparedness.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Hands-on experience in implementing and maintaining ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 systems.
• NEBOSH IGC/NGC or equivalent HSE certification is preferrred
• ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 Internal Auditor certification is desirable.
• Experience with HSE reporting tools, dashboards, and data analysis is highly preferred.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of HSE legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong ownership, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and promote a positive safety culture.
  
  

We Offer

We provide a genuine career opportunity with an excellent learning environment and continuous support from our team. Through your work, you will contribute to the success of our organization, bring future-focused solutions to our customers, and discover opportunities for personal growth. Your responsibilities will be diverse and challenging, ensuring that no two days are the same.

When everything works together 

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork. 

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