Assistant Manager Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Indus Hospital & Health Network

Karachi , Pakistan

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This role requires a dedicated Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) professional to support and enhance safety standards within a JCI-accredited healthcare facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring Environment of Care (EOC) programs, ensuring compliance with JCI standards, and actively participating in audits and emergency preparedness activities. This position demands hands-on experience in managing fire and life safety systems, hazardous materials, and disaster management processes to maintain a safe and compliant healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Implement and monitor Environment of Care (EOC) programs in alignment with JCI standards.
- Participate actively in JCI audits, mock surveys, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
- Manage fire and life safety systems, including fire alarms, suppression, and passive fire protection.
- Oversee emergency preparedness and disaster management plans and drills.
- Handle hazardous materials and healthcare waste management, ensuring proper segregation, storage, and disposal.
- Conduct risk assessments and safety rounds as per JCI requirements.
- Develop, implement, and regularly review EHS policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and related documentation.
- Plan and execute fire drills and emergency response exercises.
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit evidence necessary for JCI surveys.
- Perform incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to address safety concerns.
- Support infection prevention and control (IPC) practices related to EHS.
- Monitor compliance with Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and relevant NFPA standards.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
- Mandatory professional certification: NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
- Minimum of 4 to 6 years of relevant EHS experience within a JCI-accredited or healthcare facility.
- Proven experience in implementing and monitoring EOC programs.
- Hands-on involvement in JCI audits, mock surveys, and compliance monitoring.
- Strong knowledge of JCI Environment of Care standards, including Safety & Security, Hazardous Materials & Waste, Fire Safety, Medical Equipment Safety, and Utilities Management.
- Familiarity with Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and other NFPA standards related to fire alarm and suppression systems.
- Understanding of risk assessment methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Vulnerability Analysis (HVA).
- Knowledge of incident reporting systems and sentinel event management.
- Awareness of infection prevention and control (IPC) practices as they relate to EHS.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Level 6 Diploma (IDip) in Safety Engineering will be given preference.
- Experience managing fire and life safety systems, emergency preparedness, disaster management, and hazardous materials.
- Strong technical competencies in incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis.
- Ability to maintain comprehensive documentation and audit evidence for regulatory compliance.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the safety and compliance culture of a leading healthcare institution, ensuring a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.