| Detail | For this role |
|---|---|
| Department | Environment, Health and Safety |
| Level | Entry level |
| Reports to | EHS Engineer |
| Direct reports | None |
| Experience | Fresher or up to 3 years in EHS support |
EHS Executive job description template
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Job title: EHS Executive
Department: Environment, Health and Safety
Reports to: EHS Engineer
Location: [City], [office, branch or site]
About the role
An EHS Executive supports environment, health and safety at a plant or site with the day to day work of inspections, records, training support and coordination. They help run inspections, maintain EHS records and permits, support training and drills, and follow up on actions. The role reports to the EHS Engineer or EHS Manager. A good EHS executive keeps EHS records and permits in order, follows up on open actions until they close, supports training and inspections reliably, and grows the skills to become an EHS engineer.
Key responsibilities
- Support daily safety inspections and record the observations and actions.
- Maintain EHS records, permits, registers and training records in order.
- Help organise and deliver safety induction and toolbox talks.
- Follow up on open safety actions and hazards until they are closed.
- Support incident and near miss reporting and the related documentation.
- Check personal protective equipment stock and first aid supplies.
- Support mock drills, emergency arrangements and regular safety awareness campaigns.
- Collect and enter EHS data for reports and dashboards.
- Verify contractor safety documents before their work starts as directed.
- Keep EHS notice boards, signage and safety displays current across the site.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree with a safety course
- Diploma in Industrial Safety is an advantage
- Basic MS Office skills
- Fresher or up to 3 years in EHS support
KRAs and KPIs for a EHS Executive
Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.
| Key result area | How to measure it |
|---|---|
| Records | EHS records, permits and registers kept complete and current |
| Action follow-up | Open safety actions followed up and closed within the agreed time |
| Inspection support | Daily inspections supported and documented as planned |
| Training support | Induction and toolbox talks supported to the monthly plan |
| PPE and first aid | Protective equipment and first aid supplies kept stocked |
| Data entry | EHS data collected and entered accurately for reports |
Skills and tools
Tools used day to day: Inspection checklists, EHS record registers, MS Excel, Permit to work forms, PPE stock records.
Reporting line and career path
Next roles: EHS Engineer, Safety Officer, Environment Officer
Interview questions for a EHS Executive
- How do you keep EHS records and permits complete and organised?
- How do you follow up on an open safety action until it is closed?
- How do you support a safety induction for new workers?
- How do you help document an incident or near miss?
- How do you keep track of PPE and first aid stock?
- Tell me about a time your follow up closed a safety gap.
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What does an EHS executive do?
An EHS executive supports environment, health and safety at a plant or site. They help run inspections, maintain EHS records and permits, support training and drills, and follow up on open actions. They keep records in order, follow up until actions close, and support inspections and training reliably, often as a first EHS role.
What qualifications do you need to be an EHS executive?
Most EHS executives hold a diploma or degree with a safety course, and a Diploma in Industrial Safety is an advantage. Basic MS Office skills help. Employers look for reliable record keeping, discipline in following up on actions, support for inspections and training, and a willingness to learn EHS on the ground.
How do you become an EHS engineer from an EHS executive?
An EHS executive grows into an engineer by learning to run risk assessments, issue permits and lead inspections rather than only supporting them. Completing an Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety, taking ownership of an area, and building knowledge of EHS regulations and investigation open the way to an EHS engineer role.