Sheik Asarudeen

Experienced ESG & EHS Leader with 15+ years in sustainability, compliance, and risk mitigation. Proven expertise in developing ESG strategies aligned with GRI, SASB, CDP, and UN SDGs. Skilled in implementing lean management initiatives, sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, and environmental due diligence. Strong track record in achieving zero landfill status, renewable energy transitions, and regulatory compliance across multiple industries.

ASSISTANT MANAGER - EHS & SUSTAINABILITY at HYDRO PROKAV PUMPS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED (AN INGERSOLL RAND BUSINESS) (2022-09 – Present)

Spearheaded ESG strategy development and implementation, led EHS due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, achieved Zero Landfill status, managed sustainability reporting and compliance

• Spearheaded ESG strategy development aligned with GRI, SASB, CDP, and UN SDGs, integrating sustainability into core business operations.
• Led Phase I & II EHS due diligence for 4 mergers and acquisitions, identifying environmental liabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Achieved Zero Landfill status and reduced GHG emissions through transition to electric boilers, regulating and minimizing high-emission process chemicals in the rubber manufacturing unit, contributing to cleaner production and sustainability goals
• Led energy stewardship initiatives by converting energy sources to renewable energy through Roof top Solar, Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) and securing Renewable Energy Certificates.
• Led a CSR initiative to implement an Aqua Water Plantation system in a government school, improving access to clean drinking water and aligning with UN SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation.
• Handled all EHS-related statutory compliance including Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board, Fire and Rescue Services, and Inspector of Factories, ensuring timely submissions, permit renewals, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Designed and implemented an RO rejection recovery system, redirecting rejection water to a rainwater harvesting tank for dilution, followed by advance filtration system and reuse for domestic applications, achieving 3 KLD water recovery.
• Conducted EHS compliance audits, risk assessments, accident investigation and corrective action plans.
• Reported sustainability disclosures to support the development of GRI, CDP, ISSB, CSRD and BRSR reports, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Collaborated with HR and procurement to embed ESG screening, fair wages, DE&I initiatives and safe working conditions.
• Organized internal ESG campaigns, Supplier awareness program, e-waste drives to foster sustainability culture.
• Led Lean Management initiatives by implementing EHS Short Interval Meetings (SIM), enhancing real-time issue resolution, improving cross-functional communication, and reducing response time to safety and environmental concerns by 40%

SENIOR ENGINEER- EHS at MILTON ROY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED (AN INGERSOLL RAND BUSINESS) (2013-09 – 2022-08)

Ensured ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 compliance, conducted incident investigations and risk assessments, developed safety plans

• Ensured ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 compliance through audits, documentation, and training programs.
• Conducted incident investigations, risk assessments, and developed safety plans to reduce workplace hazards.

SAFETY OFFICER at EAST COAST CONSTRUCTIONS AND INDUSTRIES LIMITED (2010-05 – 2011-06)

Safety Officer responsibilities in construction and industries sector

SAFETY SUPERVISOR at JJ CONSTRUCTIONS (2007-08 – 2009-12)

Safety Supervisor responsibilities in construction sector

MBA in BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – BHARATHIDASAN UNIVERSITY (2013)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS – BHARATHIDASAN UNIVERSITY (2006)