Mahendran G CertIOSH GSP

Roles & Responsibilities – Central EHS&S Planner & Management of Change (MoC) Controller | All TVSM plants 1. EHS&S planning, coordination, and implementation across all three locations 2. Driving and governing the Management of Change (MoC) process to ensure risk identification and mitigation 3. Ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal EHS&S standards 4. Leading and supporting existing project implementation across Hosur, Mysuru, and Nalagarh 5. Driving EHS&S projects implementation with a focus on safety, health, and sustainability improvements 6. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen a proactive safety culture 7. Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and driving continuous improvement initiatives 8. Conducting risk assessments, audits, and ensuring closure 9.Supporting sustainability initiatives and environmental management practices #EHS #Safety #Sustainability #ManagementOfChange #ContinuousImprovement

I am currently working as a Project Manager specializing in implementing safety projects aligned with ESG risk mitigation in the Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) domain. With my background in Industrial Safety Engineering, I lead initiatives that enhance workplace safety while supporting broader sustainability goals across multiple locations. I am in charge of safety projects at three key sites: Hosur, Mysuru, and Nalagarh plants, and I horizontally deploy these initiatives at PT TVS Indonesia plant and Norton Motorcycle UK plant, ensuring consistent standards and best practices globally. My key responsibilities include: • Leading the planning and execution of safety projects to identify, assess, and mitigate operational and ESG-related safety risks. • Integrating advanced safety technologies such as AI-based pedestrian monitoring systems and smart personal protective equipment (PPE) to improve hazard detection and prevention. • Developing and enforcing safety protocols and standards that comply with global ESG frameworks and industry best practices. • Coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful implementation of safety enhancements across manufacturing and industrial sites. • Conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident analyses to drive continuous improvement in workplace safety. • Preparing detailed safety performance reports and metrics to track progress and inform leadership decision-making. • Delivering training and awareness programs to embed a strong safety culture aligned with ESG objectives. I am passionate about advancing safety excellence as a core pillar of sustainable business practices across a global footprint. #SafetyManagement #EHS #ESG #RiskMitigation #IndustrialSafety #ProjectManagement #WorkplaceSafety #GlobalOperations

Responsible for implementing, and overseeing the company’s environmental, health, safety and sustainability programs. This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and fosters a culture of sustainable and safe operations. Key Responsibilities: 1. Implement comprehensive EHS policies and procedures. 2. Conduct inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards. 3. Provide training and communication to all staff regarding EHS & Sustainability practices. 4. Monitor EHS & Sustainability performance and report on metrics. 5. Ensure environmental protection through sustainable practices and compliance with environmental laws. 6. Coordinate emergency response plans and procedures. 7. Stay updated with legislation and ensure legal compliance. 8. Promote employee well-being and implement health and safety initiatives. 9. Drive continuous improvement in EHS & Sustainability practices.

Working as Deputy Manager – Occupational Health & Safety, leading and governing OH&S systems across Plant 3 (EV Plant), Plant 1, and R&D areas. Plant 3 – EV Manufacturing Plant: 1. Led safety management for Electric Vehicle manufacturing operations. 2. Ensured safe handling, storage, assembly, and movement of EV batteries and related components. 3. Implemented process safety controls, SOPs, and safe work practices specific to EV production activities. 4. Conducted risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and ensured timely closure of corrective actions. 5. Ensured compliance with Factories Act and internal EHS standards for EV plant operations. Plant 1 – Manufacturing Operations: 1. Oversaw occupational health and safety compliance for conventional manufacturing processes. 2. Monitored contractor safety, PPE compliance, and safe work execution. R&D Area – High Voltage & Prototype Safety: 1. Led OH&S governance for R&D activities involving high-voltage batteries, energized vehicles, and prototype testing. 2. Ensured safety controls for high-voltage electrical systems, including access control, insulation, warning signage, and emergency isolation. 3. Implemented safe testing procedures and SOPs for battery testing, validation, and experimental setups. 4. Conducted risk assessments for high-voltage and experimental activities and ensured competency-based authorization for personnel. Leadership & Compliance: 1. Led incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and corrective action tracking. 2. Coordinated internal audits, statutory inspections, and management reviews. 3. Drove safety awareness, training programs, and safety culture improvement initiatives across all assigned areas.

Working as Assistant Manager – OH&S, responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring occupational health and safety systems across operations. 1. After confirmation, led the Individual Plant Safety Officer role for the 3W Plant, with full responsibility for plant-level safety performance. 2. Approved Safety Officer under the Factories Act, ensuring statutory compliance with applicable state and central factory safety regulations. 3. Implemented and monitored EHS policies, SOPs, and legal compliance requirements as per the Factories Act. 4. Conducted risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and ensured timely closure of corrective and preventive actions. 5. Led statutory safety inspections, audits, and compliance reporting for the 3W plant. 6. Coordinated with government authorities, internal stakeholders, and auditors on factory safety matters. 7. Managed incident investigation, near-miss analysis, and root cause identification, driving preventive actions. 8. Ensured effective implementation of contractor safety management, including safety inductions and work permits. 9. Led emergency preparedness programs, fire safety systems, and mock drills as per statutory requirements. 10. Promoted safety culture and behavioral safety initiatives among employees and contractors. 11. Maintained and updated statutory registers, safety records, and documentation required under the Factories Act.

Safety Roles & Responsibilities – Post Graduate Trainee Plants: Plant 1 & Plant 2: 1. Assisted in implementation and monitoring of EHS policies, procedures, and safety standards across Plant 1 & 2. Conducted daily safety walk-throughs / inspections to identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions. 3. Supported hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA) and followed up on corrective and preventive actions. 4. Ensured compliance with statutory safety requirements and internal safety guidelines. 5. Coordinated and participated in toolbox talks, safety inductions, and awareness programs for employees and contract workers. 6. Monitored PPE usage and safe work practices at shop-floor level. 7. Assisted in incident/near-miss reporting, investigation, and root cause analysis. 8. Verified implementation of safety signage, barricading, and safety devices at work locations. 9. Supported implementation of fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, and mock drills. 10. Coordinated with operations, maintenance, and contractor teams to ensure safe execution of activities. 11. Maintained safety records, inspection reports, and compliance documents. 12. Supported continuous improvement initiatives related to plant safety culture and behavior-based safety.