Job Description & How to Apply Below
Mumbai, India
Industry: Data Centres / Hyperscale Construction / High‑Hazard Projects
We are seeking an accomplished Associate Director of EHS to lead safety across a rapidly expanding portfolio of large‑scale development projects in India. This role provides national‑level ownership of construction safety, strategic leadership across multiple stakeholders, and the opportunity to shape and mature a best‑in‑class EHS operating model.
About the Role
As the senior EHS leader for India, you will:
Lead country‑level EHS governance, performance, and strategic direction across all development projects.
Build and develop a high‑performing safety team, including internal staff, consultants, and embedded project resources.
Provide expert guidance to senior leadership, project directors, contractors, and delivery partners.
Drive Safety in Design , pre‑construction planning, and early‑stage risk identification.
Ensure contractors, consultants, and suppliers meet stringent safety expectations from mobilisation through commissioning.
Establish and maintain a robust EHS management system aligned with Indian legislation and global best practice.
Lead assurance activities including project reviews, contractor maturity assessments, critical control verification, and leadership reporting.
Influence procurement, contract strategy, and vendor selection to embed strong safety requirements.
Oversee incident management, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support cross‑functional teams across design, development, operations, procurement, and sustainability.
What You Bring
15+ years’ EHS leadership experience in high‑hazard industries (construction, oil & gas, mining, industrial, or similar).
Strong experience managing contractors and complex construction activities in India.
Deep capability in risk management, Safety in Design, critical control management, assurance, and incident investigation .
Proven ability to influence senior executives, project directors, and general contractor leadership.
Experience building and maturing safety management systems.
A practical, persuasive leadership style with strong coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to operate in a fast‑growth, high‑performance environment.
Fluent in English.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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