DGM - Safety, Health and Sustainability

Olam Agri ~ A differentiated, and market leading global agri-business focused on high-growth end consumption markets.

Our food, feed, fibre, agri-industrials & ag-services capabilities span 30+ countries, and we participate in global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations. With a global origination footprint and processing capabilities, we transform food, feed and fibre to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, to meet the changing consumption, food security and sustainability needs shaping the global food and agricultural landscape.

Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Indian environmental, health, and safety regulations, while leading the company’s sustainability initiatives across the manufacturing facilities. This position plays a key role in minimizing risk, driving resource efficiency, and embedding a safety- and sustainability-focused culture across all levels of the plant.

Key Deliverables

Safety, Health & Environment

This is a central role based at the head-office to monitor the SHS performance across several locations in the country and involves frequent travel to locations which could be up-to 50% of the time.

Lead and guide a team of Site based SHS managers across different locations on day-to-day activities and embedding stronger management systems and plans

Relate with leaders from operations and business teams to advise on SHS risks and help develop improvement plans.

Manage occupational health programs, fire safety systems, and emergency preparedness drills.

Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Sustainability

The role involves remotely supporting global teams on developing and implementing sustainability programs aligned with corporate ESG goals.

Track and reduce energy, water, and waste footprints of the facility.

Be familiar with various levers and technology solutions available for decarbonization as applicable for manufacturing operations.

Coordinate sustainability reporting (e.g., GHG emissions, carbon footprint, water and waste audits) and reporting on Environmental performance indicators for manufacturing.

Promote renewable energy usage, green manufacturing practices, and circular economy principles.

Engage employees and stakeholders through awareness programs and sustainability campaigns.

Monitor and report on KPIs tied to ESG and global frameworks such as the GRI & CDP

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Industrial safety, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainability or a related field.

7+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing organization, with exposure in sustainability-related role. Experience in a central coordinating role for multiple locations with exposure to variety of manufacturing systems is preferred.

Proven track record of implementing management systems and sustainability projects.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency in MS Office and EHS / Sustainability data management tools.

Knowledge of ESG frameworks, energy efficiency programs.

Postgraduate diploma in Industrial Safety or Sustainability with exposure to manufacturing operations.

Certifications such as NEBOSH, Lead Auditor (ISO 14001 / 45001), or GRI.

Knowledge of ESG frameworks, energy efficiency programs.

Olam is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume / CV in order to be considered for open roles.