Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Key Responsibilities 1. Environmental Compliance & Safeguards Ensure compliance with ADB's environmental safeguards and national Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) requirements . Implement and monitor the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and Biodiversity Action Plan (if applicable) . Oversee pollution control measures (air, water, noise, and soil protection). Conduct environmental impact assessments and report on mitigation measures. Ensure sustainable land use and manage impacts on forests, wetlands, and protected areas . 2. Health & Safety Management Develop and implement Health and Safety (H&S) Plans in line with ADBs Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Guidelines . Conduct risk assessments for construction, installation, and maintenance activities. Ensure the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols. Implement emergency response and fire safety plans . Conduct safety audits and inspections on transmission line construction sites. 3. Social & Community Safety Ensure that the project adheres to ADBs Involuntary Resettlement Policy and Indigenous Peoples Policy . Engage with local communities to address grievances and concerns . Minimize risks related to electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure and land acquisition impacts. Implement community awareness programs on electrical hazards and right-of-way (RoW) restrictions . 4. Contractor and Workforce Compliance Ensure that contractors and subcontractors comply with EHS regulations. Conduct EHS training and capacity-building for workers and contractors. Implement and enforce labor safety standards and worker welfare provisions. Monitor and report contractor performance on EHS compliance. 5. Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation Maintain records of EHS incidents, accidents, and corrective actions . Submit regular EHS compliance reports to ADB and relevant government authorities. Conduct environmental and social monitoring throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure compliance with ADB’s Environmental and Social Monitoring Reporting Framework . 6. Emergency Preparedness & Incident Management Develop and implement emergency preparedness and response plans . Investigate and document EHS incidents and take corrective actions. Coordinate with local disaster response agencies in case of major incidents. Key Compliance Standards ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (SPS 2009) International Finance Corporation (IFC) Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) National Environmental and Labor Laws