Sumanraja Pothoju

Results-driven Environment, Health &

• Safety (EHS) Professional with 9+ years of experience in industrial and corporate environments, specializing in Occupational Health &

• Safety, Corporate EHS, Industrial Safety, Fire &

• Life Safety, Environmental Management, and Statutory Compliance. Holder of an Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety with hands-on experience in implementing Integrated Management Systems (IMS) aligned with ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 50001:2018. Proven expertise in Hazard Identification &

• Risk Assessment (HIRA), Environmental Aspect &

• Impact Assessment (EAIA), Permit-to-Work (PTW), Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA, Contractor Safety Management, Internal Audits, Emergency Preparedness &

• Response, Fire &

• Life Safety, and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS). Skilled in driving regulatory compliance, safety culture, sustainability initiatives, risk mitigation, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence. Currently pursuing the NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) to strengthen international occupational health and safety expertise.

EHS Officer - CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd. - Hyderabad, India

(2026-02)

Client: Bosch Global Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

• Implemented and maintained Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Management Systems in compliance with organizational policies, statutory regulations, client requirements, and corporate EHS standards.
• Conducted Hazard Identification & Risk Assessments (HIRA), Environmental Aspect & Impact Assessments (EAIA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Risk & Opportunity (R&O) assessments to identify workplace hazards and implement effective risk mitigation measures.
• Ensured compliance with Integrated Management Systems (IMS) aligned with ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 50001:2018, supporting internal audits, external audits, surveillance audits, and client compliance assessments.
• Performed statutory compliance monitoring, workplace safety inspections, safety audits, compliance reviews, and safety observations, implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to eliminate unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and regulatory gaps.
• Administered and monitored the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system for high-risk activities, including Hot Work, Electrical Work, Work at Height, Confined Space Entry, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), and Contractor Operations, ensuring safe execution of critical tasks.
• Led incident investigations, near-miss investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and CAPA implementation to prevent recurrence, improve safety performance, and strengthen operational risk management.
• Planned, coordinated, and delivered EHS induction programs, toolbox talks initiatives, contractor safety inductions, and safety awareness campaigns for employees, contractors, and support staff.
• Coordinated Emergency Preparedness & Response (EPR) activities, including fire evacuation drills, emergency mock drills, Emergency Response Team (ERT) training, and emergency equipment inspections to ensure emergency readiness and business continuity.
• Monitored Fire & Life Safety Systems, including Fire Alarm Panels (FAP), VESDA, Public Address (PA) Systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), fire protection equipment, and emergency exit systems to ensure operational reliability and statutory compliance.
• Managed contractor and vendor safety through EHS inductions, worksite inspections, permit verification, compliance monitoring, safety performance evaluations, and adherence to statutory and client safety requirements.
• Maintained EHS documentation, including statutory registers, legal compliance records, HIRA registers, PTW records, audit reports, training matrices, incident records, compliance trackers, Monthly Management Reports (MMR), and EHS performance dashboards.
• Promoting a proactive Safety Culture through Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), PPE compliance, hazard reporting, safety observations, 5S initiatives, environmental awareness, and continuous improvement programs.
• Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders, facility management teams, business units, contractors, and external agencies to achieve EHS KPIs, SLA compliance, audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

EHS Executive - Embassy Services Pvt. Ltd. - Hyderabad, India

(2024-05 - 2026-02)

Client: HCL Technologies

• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) regularly across office premises including AHU rooms, electrical panels, and washrooms.
• Drive and monitor Risk and Opportunity (R&O) reviews and implement suitable mitigation actions.
• Plan and conduct internal safety training for housekeeping, M&E staff, and general employees.
• Prepare and submit detailed Monthly Management Reports (MMR) covering safety audits, incident statistics, HIRA status, training records, and compliance updates.
• Monitor pest control, waste segregation, and hygiene audits; coordinate with vendors.
• Ensure monthly SLA actions and client requirement compliance with proof-based documentation.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support external audits by certifying bodies.
• Ensure documentation and continuous improvement of SOPs, work instructions, and process flows.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analysis; maintain incident logs and reports.
• Organize fire drills, mock drills, and emergency response preparedness sessions.
• Supervise permit-to-work systems for high-risk jobs like hot work, confined space, electrical work, etc.
• Implement energy conservation, waste reduction, and water-saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with local authorities and vendors for environmental clearances and compliance.
• Promote a positive safety culture through awareness posters, campaigns, and monthly safety themes.
• Manage 5S workplace organization standards and support lean management practices.
• Maintain up-to-date safety records, reports, and trackers (accidents, training, inspections).
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and walkthroughs to identify unsafe acts and conditions.
• Ensure PPE compliance and stock availability across departments.
• Report monthly QHSE performance metrics (KPIs) to the management.
• Evaluate and audit vendor compliance with QHSE standards.
• Coordinate with Facility Management, Maintenance, HR, and external vendors for smooth implementation.
• Support client audits and inspections with proper documentation and on-ground readiness.

EHS Executive - MeghaPro Facility Management Pvt. Ltd.

(2022-02 - 2024-05)

Client: AMD India Pvt. Ltd.

• Conducted safety audits and hazard assessments to identify potential safety hazards in the workplace.
• Developed and implemented safety protocols and procedures to prevent workplace accidents.
• Conducted safety training for employees and contractors.
• Conducted fire drills and evacuation exercises to ensure preparedness in case of emergencies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot pre-action and VESDA systems to ensure proper functioning and early detection of potential fires.
• Conduct regular checks of Fire Access Panel to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities and safety-related incidents.
• Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) of FAP & PA system.
• Conduct safety training for employees and contractors.
• Communicate effectively with management, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure the proper functioning of all safety systems.
• Lead and supervise a team of safety personnel to ensure effective implementation of safety protocols and procedures.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans and evacuation procedures.
• Manage the procurement and installation of safety equipment and systems.
• Conduct safety investigations and root cause analyses to identify and address safety issues.

BMS / Fire & Safety Executive - Faber Sindoori Management Pvt. Ltd. - GMR Aerotechnic RGI Airport, Shamshabad

(2017-03 - 2022-02)

Client: GMR Aerotechnic RGI Airport, Shamshabad

• Delegate operation staff to best take advantage of labor and improve output as much as possible.
• Working and monitoring all BMS system.
• Working on DDC control system.
• Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) of DDC, Fire alarm, HVAC, Access control system.
• Maintaining complaints with Using of BMC REMEDY software.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues.

Advanced Diploma - Industrial Safety