EHS Manager

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.

With a heritage of more than 140 years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 27,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 7 billion in combined revenue in 2022, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!

Why join us?

• Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
• Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
• Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
• Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
• Diversity – Together, we create change

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning:
Implement EHS plans as developed in conjunction with Head, EHS, Corporate & Global EHS Head. Review and
recommend changes & improvements.
Prepare the EHS training needs matrix for all on site departments and implement EHS training plans.
Ensure operations within the approved budget.

Policy formulations:
Formulate (in conjunction with Lead, Training & development) training programs for maintaining the professional.
competence of EHS personnel and other employees whose activities affect the EHS.
Direct the establishment and review EHS standards for site through interface with outside agencies and internal stake
holders, MD & Corporate teams.
Ensure adherence of all processes & assets to quality health, environment & safety norms.
Ensure adherence of all new projects on site to quality health, environment & safety norms.

Liaisoning:
Ensure statutory compliance to Factories act, and other acts by Periodic Audits. Liaison with Statutory Authorities like
the Factory Inspectorate.

Project implantation:
Ensure adherence of all processes & assets to quality health, environment & safety norms.
Participate in implementation of new projects on site and ensure adherence to health, environment & safety norms.

Environment:
Design, implement, operate and sustain Environmental Management systems. Monitoring and meeting the emission and
discharge limits of air and water.
Design, erect and commission Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP). Responsible for onsite ETP and ETP laboratory
Conduct training programs for maintaining the professional competence of EHS personnel and other employees whose
activities affect the EHS.
Ensure proper waste control practices & hazardous waste management.

Health:
Prepare industrial hygiene inventory and update information. Work place & personal exposure monitoring.
Responsible for Health centers on site. Monitor employee medical examination and occupational hygiene.
In Charge of on site medical facilities. Ensure availability of antidotes for chemicals handled at site.

Safety:
Risk analysis and assessment (Critical process/general site activities) involving risk litigation and transfer action plan.
Conduct HAZOPs. Create SOPs for hazardous chemicals.
Preparation of on-site emergency plans and conducing emergency drills.
Conduct project safety review and contractor safety Programs.
Maintenance and upkeep of Fire & Safety equipments /systems.

Miscellaneous:
Conduct on site EHS audits
Direct and coordinate the resolution of EHS problems at location level. Escalate when suitable.
Coordinate EHS programs with other divisions and corporate management.
Ensure availability of qualified personnel and facilities as per requirements.

Knowledge management & capability building:
Documentation of all activities & updation of all records.
Keep aware of latest changes and updates in statutory requirements.
Identify, highlight & share deviations from standards: Accident/incident investigation and critical incidents analysis and
remedy implementation for loss prevention and to ensure non-recurrence.
Recognize & share good EHS practices of own site with others.

Will you dare to take the next step?

Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers