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Nisha Kumar

Perth,WA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), and Sustainability management. Proven track record of developing and implementing robust ESG strategies, enhancing sustainability initiatives, and ensuring compliance with HSE regulations across diverse industries. Skilled in conducting risk assessments, preparing ESG performance reports, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve organizational sustainability goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate

Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
03.2024 - Current
  • Worked with stakeholders to identify potential areas for improvement in sustainability practices.
  • Created reports outlining the progress of sustainability efforts within the organization.
  • Conducted audits of facilities to assess compliance with regulatory standards and identify opportunities for improvement in environmental performance.
  • Developed strategies for implementing sustainable practices across multiple locations.
  • Prepared presentations about the organization's sustainability efforts for internal and external audiences.
  • Engaged with industry partners to share knowledge about best practices in sustainable operations.
  • Assisting clients with practical ESG implementation, including baselining and decarbonization measures.
  • Conduct a carbon footprint assessment, water conservation, and energy footprint, identifying carbon reduction opportunities and water conservation opportunities, and develop management actionables for clients.
  • Support the client in certification for ESG, including research for relevant ESG certificates, document preparation, compliance assessment, liaising with the certification agency as the main contact point, and managing the end-to-end process of certification.
  • Prepare ESG report and disclosures in compliance with relevant standards (e.g.,. GRI, SASB, TCDF).

Senior HSE Engineer

Larsen & Toubro
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ensured compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to health, safety, and environment.
  • Developed HSE management systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Investigated incidents and accidents to determine root cause and implemented corrective actions.
  • Prepared reports detailing HSE performance metrics such as incident rates, injury trends.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of sites for potential hazards or unsafe work practices.
  • Assisted in developing safe operating procedures for hazardous materials handling activities.
  • Maintained records of inspection results and other relevant data using software applications.· Guide the operations team in Preparation & Review of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment and Environmental Aspect Impact identification process.
  • Implementation of KPIs at the site level for ESG, according to KPIs and data collection for the same, for presenting site-level sustainability reports.
  • 100% compliance with legal requirements for PCB. Environmental monitoring on all applicable parameters, on a monthly frequency.
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) software to analyze environmental impacts and sustainability performance of products and processes. Analyzing financial and non-financial reports, including CSR reports and ESG reports.
  • Identification and evaluation of emission reduction strategies, implementing carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, or transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

Senior HSE Engineer

Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
07.2021 - 02.2023
  • Conducted periodic inspections of sites for potential hazards or unsafe work practices.
  • Created emergency response plans for various scenarios such as spills or fires.
  • Reviewed contractor's documents related to HSE matters prior to implementation.
  • Collaborated with other departments on projects requiring specialized knowledge in HSE-related issues.
  • Facilitated internal audits involving compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate guidelines.
  • Helped eliminate occupational hazards and ergonomic concerns through redesign efforts.
  • Conducting HSE training and development programs for employees at all levels. Training coordinator for HSE training induction programs for new employees at all levels.

Education

Post Graduate Programme - Health, Safety And Environment Management

NICMAR
Telangana, India
04-2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Anna University
Tamil Nadu, India
04-2020

Skills

  • ESG reporting
  • Materiality Assessment
  • BRSR and IR
  • Sustainability Reporting
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
  • Regulatory compliance and auditing
  • Data analysis and performance tracking for ESG metrics
  • Project Coordination
  • Life Cycle Assessment
  • Carbon Emission (Scope 1, 2 & 3)
  • Net Zero & GHG
  • SBTi
  • Circular Economy
  • HSE Management Systems
  • Risk Assessment
  • Incident Reporting
  • Waste Management and Resource Efficiency

Timeline

Senior Associate

Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP
03.2024 - Current

Senior HSE Engineer

Larsen & Toubro
02.2023 - 03.2024

Senior HSE Engineer

Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd
07.2021 - 02.2023

Post Graduate Programme - Health, Safety And Environment Management

NICMAR

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Anna University
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