Python
Dipankar Chatterjee
Lead Safety Assurance Renewables
Tabuk
Summary
EHS & ESG professional with extensive experience in renewable energy and oil & gas projects. Proven track record in conducting comprehensive EHS studies for utility-scale solar and wind projects, as well as diverse oil and gas initiatives, including gasification and green hydrogen. Skilled in facilitating financial approvals from top international funding institutions such as IFC, ADB, and the World Bank. Expert in implementing innovative digital systems for EHS/ESG data collection, ensuring compliance with global sustainability standards. Successfully led efforts in carbon footprint management and net-zero initiatives, enhancing organizational ESG profiles and improving ratings. Recognized for exceptional team leadership and project management capabilities through the award of ESOPs, adept at driving cross-functional collaboration and delivering complex projects on time. Certified occupational health and safety trainer with accolades including the Best EHS Award from L&T Defense and Air Products and Chemicals Inc.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
Owner’s Assurance- EHS (Solar PV | Wind | OHTL | BESS | Substation)
NGHC
Tabuk, Tabuk Region
10.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Renewable project JV between ACWA Power & Air Products Inc
- Conducted comprehensive EHS risk assessments for Solar PV (2.97GWp DC) and Wind projects (1.67 GW AC), identifying potential hazards and implemented mitigation strategies that resulted in zero lost-time incidents during construction & pre/commissioning phases with an improved reduction in incidents by 35% year-on-year
- Developed and executed safety management plans specifically tailored for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS-400MW), ensuring compliance with industry regulations and enhancing occupational safety
- Completed EHS audits for Overhead Transmission Lines (52.1 Km) and Load Sub Stations (Pooling & Load), leading to improved safety protocols and a 25% reduction in safety incidents year-over-year
- Championed the integration of advanced safety technologies and practices across renewable projects, increasing workforce safety awareness and engagement through safety coaching
- Streamlined EHS reporting processes through digitization, enabling real-time monitoring and timely compliance with regulatory requirements across all renewable projects
- Pre/commissioning of Substation including GIS & Control Building with the implementation of MoC, Bypass Policy and LOTO processes
- Renewable project JV between ACWA Power & Air Products Inc
Business Unit Head- EHS & ESG, (Green Hydrogen | Ammonia | Solar PV | Wind)
ACME Cleantech Solutions Private Limited
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Build and lead ESG function for the Green Hydrogen / Ammonia vertical to meet strategic business objectives, developed Sustainability report in line with GRI guidelines with reasonable assurance
- Identify GHG inventory and management
- Act as trusted strategic member of the senior leadership, partnering in annual planning and facilitating execution on ground
- Involved for the preparation of ESIA / ESDD / ESMP / CCRA / Biodiversity Studies etc
- Keeping ESG-related information up to date for reference to the external and internal stakeholders including Lenders
- Implementing ESG/EHS initiatives as appropriate to the organizational context such as transition to renewable energy sources through the development of 350 MW Wind Farm and 3.5GWp of Solar projects across the geographies
- Develop key system in the project and implement policies and procedures in line with the International Best Practices
- Develop EHS Program Management System for the project and develop procedures of safety critical activities for the Construction work, liaison with the Procurement Team to develop the ATO and the Incentive Scheme/Sanction Policies for the Sub-Contractor
- Develop strategies for effective performance of OH&S standards across the project sites
- Collaborated closely with senior executives on corporate strategy development, aligning business unit objectives with overall company vision and mission.
- Established clear performance metrics for team members that aligned with overarching company goals.
- Streamlined operations for efficiency and cost reduction, leading to increased profitability.
- Championed open communication among team members, fostering a collaborative atmosphere conducive to problem-solving and creative thinking.
Corporate Head – Project Safety & Sustainability, (Speciality Chemicals, Petrochemicals)
Aarti Industries Limited
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: (JV with Du Pont & SABIC)
- Developed Environmental and Social Management System compliant with world class standards including IFC performance standards / ADB reference framework and world bank group general EHS guidelines for conducting ESIA /ESDD and EHS governance systems of Speciality Chemical projects for funding and refinancing
- Digitized compliance tracking and KPI reporting system in view of diversified high-risk project execution
- Developed and implemented governance system for effective tracking and review of ESG performance involving business leaders across all sites
- Ensuring timely submission of annual reports to UNFCCC on Climate Neutral Initiatives, completion of periodic assessment of global rating agency such as Eco Vadis to retain the status of qualified specialty chemical supplier amongst global companies
- Perform gap analysis and prepare action points for Sustainability principles and certification of Responsible Care (RC), Eco Vadis, Together for Sustainability (TfS) & Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
- Developed systems and processes for all the safety related activities as part of Global Standards for 17+ project facilities including 30 MWp captive solar project
- (JV with Du Pont & SABIC)
Regional Safety & ESG Manager, (Construction, ASU, Gasification, HyCo, Oil & Gas)
Air Products and Chemicals Inc.
09.2016 - 02.2021
- Improved HAZID audit compliance score from 60% to 90% by developing, deploying, and ensuring compliance of HAZID and SIMOPS that mitigated potential hazard associated with project by introducing Weighted Average method for the first time in the company based on the dynamic scheduling of the project
- Conducted on-site compliance audits, investigated accidents, led root-cause analysis, and performed corrective actions resulted in reduction of TRIR from 0.32 to 0.11 with Zero LTI for more than 4+ years resulting in 27.8 million LTI Free Safe Manhours
- Conducted due diligence studies for the gasification project and executed HSE assessments on PPE, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health programs, Respiratory Protection Plan, Noise Monitoring Program etc
- As part of the HSE Compliance Department
- Develop ESG matrices for monitoring environmental performance parameters
- Carried out bridging review of Saudi Aramco operations standard with Air Products and developing integration plans for execution
- Develop procedures based on the bridging review across the Gasification project
- ESG Due diligence and development of ESIA/ESDD for the Gasification project including focal point for the Lender’s audit
- Develop ESMPs, ESMS for the Gasification project in line with IFC PSs, contribute for the corporate Sustainability report
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plan, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
EH&SF & Sustainability Manager, (Construction, Telecom)
Reliance Industries Limited
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Developed safe work environment by implementing OHSAS 18001:2007 and preparing modules of toolbox talk, BBS, CoW, ATO achieving 100% statutory environmental compliance
- Instrumental in building Sustainability in O&M ops
- Improved risk awareness by delivering 1k man-days training on scaffolding safety, HSE induction, work at height, first aid, and safe rigging resulting in achieving zero LTI across the region
- Develop ESG metrices for the O&M sites
- Conduct HAZID Audits for the construction team & achieving 95% compliance score which exceeded internal benchmark
Safety & Sustainability Manager
Larsen & Toubro Limited
03.2013 - 11.2015
- Company Overview: (Construction, Nuclear Ship Building)
- Delivered strategic guidance to line management to ensure project’s progression toward completion and adherence to QEHS&S standards
- Developed and delivered various training packages for the staff and the workforce with strong emphasis on Behaviour Based Safety (BBS)
- Also conducted IOSH, Managing Safely course for the Line Management
- Waste Management and minimization through 3-R principle
- Built Waste Management Plan for the facility
- Saved $100k through contractor evaluation based on competencies, resources, and records, along with introducing EH&S incentive scheme
- Identify opportunities of process efficiencies using Statistical Techniques e.g., Six Sigma
- Implemented ISO 14001, BBS, and OHSAS 18001 at site as well as best practices e.g., OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926 and DuPont Safety Malcom Bradley principle
- Developed ESG metrices for monitoring the facility’s statutory compliances
- (Construction, Nuclear Ship Building)
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations by monitoring operations and reporting findings to relevant agencies.
- Led interdisciplinary teams to achieve sustainability goals, fostering collaboration across business units and departments.
Manager - Process Improvement
Tega Industries Ltd
03.2012 - 12.2012
- Reduced Set up Change-Over time of Mould by 20%
- Reduced quality complaints in Delamination by 25%
- Increased yield of SAW Boom Machine by 10%
- Collaborated for Press Shop Automation and commissioning of Chain Conveyor in Grit Blasting
- Implemented IMS system
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Sr. Consultant- Advisory Services (Management Consulting Division)
Saudi Aramco
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with senior management on Business Process Reengineering (BPR) efforts, gaining 7% increase in productivity and quality
- Developed and implemented efficiency enhancements to generate more than 12% improvement through associated cost reductions
- Developed Synthetic Standards for Planning Function to optimise resources by 40% and a model on predicting future resource requirements in Planning & Function across various Departments/Divisions of Saudi Aramco
Asst. Manager-Advisory Services
Aditya Birla Group
01.2009 - 11.2009
- Applied Lean concepts in layout of Various Manufacturing Areas at Layout Design Level
- Optimized inbound logistics for limestone handling from the Mines to Crusher by 7%
- Developed a detailed Layout of the Clinker Storage which will ease material handling
- Reduced turn-around time in the Cement Packaging Department by 12% with Low-Cost Automation
Manager-Productivity
Parryware ROCA
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Increased Productivity of Faucet assembly line by 15%
- Reduced Inventory levels by 70% through Lean Implementation
- Reduced Model Changeover Time by 40% in the Faucet assembly line
- Reduced New Parts Validation Time by 40%
- Collaborated and implemented Bedaux Incentive Scheme with a productivity improvement of 20%
- Reduced Incoming parts Lot Rejection rate by 80%
Consultant-Advisory Services
Sigma Consultant
06.2005 - 12.2006
- Optimized productivity Assembly Line of Industrial & Submarine Battery Assembly by 30%
- Increased Productivity improvement for Tubular batteries by 25% and implemented Incentive Scheme for the production workers after negotiations with the Trade Union
- Decreased Document Retrieval Time Reduction by 70%
- Developed SOPs of IMS of one of the largest Oil & Gas Major and got certified from DNV, Germany
- Carried our Method Study of Steel Melting Shop and implemented the improved processes with increased productivity of 21% for its Steel Melting Shop, DRI and Laydown area
Corporate Industrial Engineer
Emami Ltd
05.2004 - 05.2005
- Reduced Manufacturing process defects, Productivity improvement, Industrial Engineering studies of various production departments including direct and indirect activities
- Implemented Just-in –Time (JIT) strategy to optimize throughput and lower costs by as much as 17%
- Conducted time studies for various manufacturing processes, optimizing workstations and reducing cycle times.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies in existing systems and processes.
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting expertise for equipment malfunctions, reducing downtime and maintaining production targets.
- Supervised production workers to determine problematic areas and implement solutions for optimized production.
- Designed labor utilization standards to balance worker efficiency with employee satisfaction, increasing overall productivity and satisfaction.
- Facilitated root cause analysis sessions to identify issues contributing to downtime or waste within the facility.
- Formulated random sampling procedures to recognize and curtail production weaknesses.
Industrial Engineer
Harbuer India
02.2001 - 03.2004
- Undertaken process improvement initiatives including Time & Method study of the Assembly of SOMOS GmbH Industrial Dryers
- Developed process flows and optimized the production of the vessels used for the Water Treatment Division
- Created cost models to support customer proposals and cost reduction initiatives of the Dryer Division
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B. Engg.) - Industrial Engineering
M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bangalore 12.1996 - 03.2001
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
Ashutosh College
Kolkata 08.1993 - 12.1996
Advance Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS) -
MSBTE
Mumbai 06.2018 - 01.2019
NVQ level 6 Diploma - Bachelor’s in Occupational Health and Safety
ProQual
London 06.2019 - 03.2020
International General Certificate (IGC) - Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
NEBOSH
London 12.2012 - 03.2012
IRCA certified ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor -
British Standards Institution (BSI)
07.2015 - 08.2015
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) -
BCSP
PennsylvaniaPostgraduate in GenAI, ML, Data Science, Deep Learning -
Caltech
CaliforniaAdvanced studies on Python Programming - Pursuing
Harvard University
Skills
- Carbon footprint management
ESIA, Biodiversity, ESMP & ESDD
- Risk & Compliance Management
Subject Matter Expert - EHS & ESG
Digitization – Data Science, AIML, Deep Learning
- Industrial Engineering & Process Analysis
- Contractor Safety Management (CSM)
- Environment Management System (EMS)
- Staff/Sub-Contractor Training & Leadership
- EH&S Management System Gap Analyses
- Emergency Response Planning & Fire Safety
- Sustainability Reporting per GRI
- Pre/Commissioning & Start-Up Safety
- EH&S Documentation on M&A
- Social Risk Assessment (ISO 26000)
- Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA)
Affiliations
- Chartered Member, CMIOSH (Institution of Occupation Safety & Health), UK, 203876
- Fellow, The Institution of Engineers (India), F-1273244
- Chartered Engineer (CEng), The Institution of Engineers (India), F-1273244
- GWO BST, GWO, DC060749IN
Continuous Professional Development
- Certified Carbon Footprint Analyst from CII, India
- Certified Resource Efficiency and Environment Sustainability Professional from CII, India
- Trained Supply Chain Analyst from Aditya Birla Group, India
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt from International Quality Federation (IQF), USA
- Certified Methods Engineer from Hidalgo Consultores, Spain
- Certified Internal Auditor in ISO 9001, ISO 27001, DNV, Germany
- Certificate in Safety from IOSH, UK
- Certified in Construction Safety from National Safety Council, India
- IOSH, UK - Member & Approved Trainer
- Top seven EHS trainers in L&T Construction, India
- Certified OSHA 29 CFR 1926-30 Hours Construction Safety, American Safety Council, USA
- Fire Safety from British Safety Council, UK
- HAZOP & HAZID Leader from MS Chola Risk Services & Sumitomo Corporation, India/Japan
- ASP from BCSP, USA
- Certified BBS Trainer from L&T, India
- Incident Investigation Lead from Air Products & Chemicals Inc, USA
- Certified Scaffold Inspector from Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS), UK
Transferable Iqama
True
Software
Minitab
MS Office
Certification
ISO IMS IRCA Approved Lead Auditor
Timeline
Owner’s Assurance- EHS (Solar PV | Wind | OHTL | BESS | Substation)
NGHC
10.2023 - Current
Business Unit Head- EHS & ESG, (Green Hydrogen | Ammonia | Solar PV | Wind)
ACME Cleantech Solutions Private Limited
07.2022 - 09.2023
Corporate Head – Project Safety & Sustainability, (Speciality Chemicals, Petrochemicals)
Aarti Industries Limited
02.2021 - 06.2022
NVQ level 6 Diploma - Bachelor’s in Occupational Health and Safety
ProQual
06.2019 - 03.2020
Advance Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS) -
MSBTE
06.2018 - 01.2019
Regional Safety & ESG Manager, (Construction, ASU, Gasification, HyCo, Oil & Gas)
Air Products and Chemicals Inc.
09.2016 - 02.2021
EH&SF & Sustainability Manager, (Construction, Telecom)
Reliance Industries Limited
11.2015 - 08.2016
IRCA certified ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor -
British Standards Institution (BSI)
07.2015 - 08.2015
ISO IMS IRCA Approved Lead Auditor
07-2015
Safety & Sustainability Manager
Larsen & Toubro Limited
03.2013 - 11.2015
International General Certificate (IGC) - Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
NEBOSH
12.2012 - 03.2012
Manager - Process Improvement
Tega Industries Ltd
03.2012 - 12.2012
Sr. Consultant- Advisory Services (Management Consulting Division)
Saudi Aramco
11.2009 - 11.2011
Asst. Manager-Advisory Services
Aditya Birla Group
01.2009 - 11.2009
Manager-Productivity
Parryware ROCA
01.2007 - 12.2008
Consultant-Advisory Services
Sigma Consultant
06.2005 - 12.2006
Corporate Industrial Engineer
Emami Ltd
05.2004 - 05.2005
Industrial Engineer
Harbuer India
02.2001 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Engineering (B. Engg.) - Industrial Engineering
M.S.Ramaiah Institute of Technology
12.1996 - 03.2001
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Chemistry
Ashutosh College
08.1993 - 12.1996
Advanced studies on Python Programming - Pursuing
Harvard University
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) -
BCSP
Postgraduate in GenAI, ML, Data Science, Deep Learning -
Caltech
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