Assistant Manager - EHS & Compliance

Assistant Manager – EHS & Compliance

Company: Best Pacific Textiles Lanka (Pvt) Ltd

The role offers an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented professional to strengthen Environment & safety standards, drive compliance, minimize workplace risks, and build a strong culture of safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable Environment, health and safety regulations, standards, and organizational requirements.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Health & Safety policies, procedures, systems, and best practices.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments across the manufacturing facility.
• Lead the relevant customer audits and for implement corrective & preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and other relevant industry standards.
• Monitor and enforce the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
• Lead fire safety, emergency preparedness, evacuation procedures, and emergency response drills.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions while ensuring zero major incidents.
• Ensure contractor safety compliance, including appropriate documentation, certifications, and equipment standards.
• Develop and monitor safety performance indicators and provide regular reports and recommendations to management.
• Drive safety awareness through training, communication, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Review, develop, and enhance SOPs, work permit systems, safety manuals, and risk control measures.
• Promote a proactive safety-first culture throughout the organization.
• Work closely with operational teams and management to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in workplace safety.
• Co-ordinate with relevant government institutions.

Skill Profile

• BSC graduate in Engineering / Science / any other relevant field with 03 - 05 years' experience in same scope in a manufacturing / industrial environment.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment will be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, compliance requirements, and industry standards.
• Qualified auditor in ISO 45001 & 14001 will be added advantage.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Good communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Location

Weyamba Industrial Zone, Makandura, Gonawala, Sri Lanka.

Benefits

An attractive package awaits.