Safety Officer

Job Title: EHS Officer (Environment, Health & Safety)

Experience: 2–3 Years

Industry Preference: Pharmaceutical / Chemical Manufacturing

Location: Dombivali (East)

Job Summary

Orex Pharma Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable EHS Officer to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations across our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical or chemical company, strong chemical and fire safety knowledge, and formal certification in industrial safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure compliance with statutory EHS regulations (Factory Act, SPCB, Fire Safety, etc.).
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification (HIRA), and safety audits.
• Monitor handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Ensure implementation of fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, and mock drills.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct safety training and toolbox talks for employees and contractors.
• Coordinate with external agencies, auditors, and government authorities during inspections.
• Maintain EHS documentation, records, and statutory registers.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (Science / Engineering or relevant discipline).
• Certification/Diploma in Industrial Safety (mandatory).
• Sound knowledge of fire safety systems, firefighting equipment, and emergency response.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of EHS laws, standards, and best practices.
• Good communication and training skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in documentation and reporting.

Preferred / Added Advantage

• Prior experience in pharma or chemical manufacturing environments.

Experience in handling regulatory audits and compliance inspections.