About this role
JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Cluster EHSS Head Job Location: Syngene Scientific Solutions, Hyderabad About Syngene: Syngene ( www.syngeneintl.com ) is an innovation-led contract research, development and manufacturing organization offering integrated scientific services from early discovery to commercial supply. At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit Mandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines Ensure overall adherence to safe practices and procedures by oneself and aligned teams. Contribute to the development of procedures, practices, and systems that ensure safe operations and compliance with the company's integrity and quality standards. Drive a corporate culture that consistently promotes an Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) mindset and operational discipline in the workplace. Ensure the safety of self, teams, and lab/site operations by strictly always following EHSS protocols and requirements. Ensure timely completion of all assigned mandatory trainings related to data integrity, health, and safety by all team members, including self. Maintain continuous compliance with Syngene's quality standards. Hold oneself and team members accountable for achieving safety goals. Monitor and review safety metrics regularly to ensure continuous improvement. Champion effective EHSS practices across the organization and ensure compliance within all Syngene operations. Foster a corporate culture that upholds an EHSS mindset and the highest standards of quality, integrity, and compliance. Place people at the core of success by providing clear, active leadership aligned with the Syngene Leadership Framework. Core Purpose of the Role: To provide strategic leadership and governance for Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHSS) across the Hyderabad Cluster, ensuring compliance with all statutory and corporate requirements, protection of people and assets, effective risk management, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth. The role serves as the single point of accountability for EHSS performance, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, stakeholder engagement, and the development of a strong safety culture across all Hyderabad operations . Role Accountabilities Cluster Head - EHSS is accountable for providing strategic leadership and governance for Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability across the Hyderabad Cluster, ensuring full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate requirements. The role drives risk management, operational safety, occupational health, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness while fostering a strong safety culture and operational discipline. It serves as the primary interface with regulators, customers, auditors, and business leadership, ensuring timely management of licenses, permits, statutory submissions, and compliance obligations. The incumbent enables safe business growth by supporting projects, facility expansions, and operational changes through effective EHSS oversight and decision-making. Additionally, the role leads the EHSS team, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and safeguards people, assets, environment, reputation, and business continuity across the Hyderabad Cluster. Syngene Values All employees will consistently demonstrate alignment with our core values Excellence Integrity Professionalism Specific requirements for this role Experience Demonstrated Capability Education Experience 15-20 years of progressive experience in Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHSS), including at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role managing large, multi-functional manufacturing, research, laboratory, pharmaceutical, or life sciences operations. Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance, process safety, occupational health, hazardous chemical management, emergency response, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement with regulators, customers, and senior business leaders. Skills and Capabilities Proven ability to lead EHSS strategy and governance for complex operations, drive a strong safety culture, manage regulatory and compliance obligations, and deliver measurable improvements in EHSS performance. Demonstrated capability in risk assessment, incident investigation, emergency preparedness, operational excellence, management systems (ISO 14001 & ISO 45001), team leadership, change management, and enabling business growth while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and sustainability Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline. A Postgraduate qualification in Industrial Safety, Environment Management, Occupational Health, Sustainability, Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, CSP, CMIOSH, Lead Auditor (ISO 14001/45001), Industrial Hygiene, or Process Safety Management certifications will be an added advantage. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.