Job Description

The EHS Engineer – HVAC is responsible for ensuring safe execution, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of HVAC systems by implementing EHS standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices. The role focuses on risk mitigation, compliance, incident prevention, and continual improvement of health, safety, and environmental performance at HVAC project sites.

Key Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety Management

• Implement and monitor EHS policies, procedures, and site safety plans for HVAC activities.
• Conduct risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Hazard Identification (HIRA) for HVAC installation and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure safe practices during lifting operations, duct installation, equipment rigging, confined space entry, and work at height
• Monitor compliance with lockout–tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, electrical safety, and PPE usage
• Inspect HVAC tools, machinery, scaffolding, ladders, and lifting equipment.

2. Environmental Compliance

• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations related to refrigerant handling (CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs), disposal, and leak prevention.
• Monitor waste management, including scrap metal, insulation materials, oils, and refrigerants.
• Promote energy efficiency and environmentally responsible HVAC practices.
• Ensure spill prevention and response readiness.

3. Regulatory & Standards Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
  • Local safety laws and labor regulations
  • OSHA / ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 standards (as applicable)
  • Client EHS requirements and statutory norms
• Maintain necessary permits, registers, and safety documentation

4. Site Inspections & Audits

• Conduct daily site safety inspections and joint safety walkthroughs.
• Identify unsafe conditions/acts and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions
• Participate in internal and external EHS audits

5. Training & Awareness

• Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and EHS training for HVAC technicians, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Create awareness about HVAC‑specific hazards such as refrigerant exposure, noise, vibration, and ergonomics.

6. Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe incidents related to HVAC activities.
• Prepare incident investigation reports and implement corrective measures.
• Track and report EHS KPIs, including incident rates and safety observations.

7. Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with project managers, HVAC engineers, contractors, and client EHS teams
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly EHS reports
• Support emergency preparedness, mock drills, and first‑aid response.