Deputy Manager - EHS

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Date: 15 Oct 2025

Location: Pune, MH, IN, 410501

Company: RPG Group

To support the EHS Sr. Manager in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive EHS Management System across the plant, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements, driving continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance, and building a proactive safety culture. The EHS Deputy Manager acts as a link between strategic planning and day-to-day EHS operations, ensuring that safety initiatives are effectively executed at all levels.

Accountability Cluster	Major Responsibility / Activities / Tasks
Regulatory Compliance Support	- Monitor compliance with EHS laws and internal standards (Factory Act, Gujarat Factory Rules, Environment Acts, PESO, etc.).
	- Assist in preparing compliance reports and coordinating with regulatory bodies for inspections, documentation, and queries.
	- Support the EHS Manager in updating policies and procedures to ensure continued compliance.
EHS Management System Implementation	- Facilitate implementation and upkeep of the plant’s EHS Management System (EHSMS).
	- Ensure all EHS processes (risk assessment, audits, trainings, reporting, etc.) are integrated into plant operations.
	- Support documentation, internal reviews, and system improvements.
Risk Assessment and Mitigation	- Conduct and update workplace risk assessments in coordination with cross-functional teams.
Risk Assessment and Mitigation	- Monitor implementation of risk control measures and escalate gaps to the EHS Manager.
Training and Capacity Building	- Organize and conduct EHS training sessions for employees, contract workers, and support staff.
	- Ensure compliance with training calendars and mandatory training requirements.
	- Promote behavioral safety through toolbox talks, job safety analysis (JSA), and refresher sessions.
Incident Investigation and CAPA	- Lead or support investigations of accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis is completed.
Incident Investigation and CAPA	- Track implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) across departments and verify their effectiveness.
Environmental Compliance Monitoring	- Assist in managing waste disposal, air/water monitoring, and hazardous material handling in line with legal and internal requirements.
Environmental Compliance Monitoring	- Ensure records for consent renewals (CPCB/SPCB), waste manifests, and statutory returns are maintained properly.
Emergency Preparedness	- Support regular testing of emergency preparedness plans through mock drills and simulations.
Emergency Preparedness	- Ensure fire safety systems, emergency exits, first aid setups, and response teams are audit-ready and fully functional.
Internal Audits and Inspections	- Plan and conduct regular EHS internal audits and safety inspections.
Internal Audits and Inspections	- Follow up on audit observations and closure of non-conformities in coordination with concerned departments.
Data Management and Reporting	- Maintain records related to incidents, inspections, waste management, training, risk assessments, etc.
Data Management and Reporting	- Assist the EHS Manager in generating MIS reports and dashboards for leadership and regulatory compliance.
Continuous Improvement & Culture	- Participate in cross-functional EHS improvement projects, kaizens, and 5S initiatives.
Continuous Improvement & Culture	- Encourage employee involvement in safety programs and promote proactive hazard reporting.
Coordination and Communication	- Act as a liaison between shop floor teams and EHS leadership to ensure consistent communication of safety expectations.
Coordination and Communication	- Represent the EHS team in meetings, safety committees, and during audits when required.

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