Program Manager Environment

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Role Summary

Program Manager Environment is responsible for the operation, optimization, compliance, and continuous improvement of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems. The role focuses on ensuring consistent regulatory compliance, high system uptime, cost optimization, and water recovery performance across manufacturing operations.

This Role focused on an ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant)  & ZLD (Zero Liquid Discharge), with emphasis on operations, design, optimization, compliance, and troubleshooting rather than broad ESG leadership.

1. ETP & ZLD Operations Management

• Lead and oversee operation and performance optimization of ETP, RO, MEE, ATFD, and associated ZLD systems.
• Monitor key parameters including COD, BOD, TDS, pH, conductivity, sludge characteristics, and recovery efficiency.
• Ensure maximum water recovery and minimum reject, aligned with ZLD objectives.
• Troubleshoot process upsets, membrane fouling, scaling, corrosion, and biological system instability.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), control plans, and emergency response protocols.

2. Wastewater Collection & Liquid Waste Handling

• Manage wastewater segregation, collection networks, and equalization systems to ensure stable influent quality.
• Oversee handling, storage, and disposal of liquid hazardous and non‑hazardous wastes.
• Coordinate with authorized vendors for sludge dewatering, disposal, co‑processing, or incineration.
• Ensure compliance with manifest systems and waste tracking requirements.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with CPCB, SPCB, and site‑specific consent conditions related to effluent and ZLD operations.
• Maintain statutory records, online monitoring data, logbooks, and chemical consumption reports.
• Support regulatory inspections, environmental audits, and WHO‑GMP audits related to wastewater treatment systems.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for audit observations and regulatory notices.

4. Process Optimization & Cost Reduction

• Drive chemical optimization, energy efficiency, and consumable reduction for ETP and ZLD systems.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements, retrofits, and debottlenecking initiatives.
• Conduct trials for new treatment technologies, membranes, antiscalants, and polishing systems.
• Analyze mass balance and performance trends to reduce OPEX and improve system reliability.

5. Water Recycling & Recovery

• Maximize reuse of treated effluent for cooling towers, utilities, and process applications.
• Monitor water balance and support initiatives to reduce freshwater intake through recycled water usage.
• Ensure treated water quality meets internal reuse standards and equipment compatibility requirements.

6. Vendor & Project Management

• Manage technology providers, O&M contractors, chemical suppliers, and service vendors.
• Review technical proposals, P&IDs, datasheets, and performance guarantees for ETP/ZLD systems.
• Support installation, commissioning, performance testing, and handover of new or upgraded systems.

7. Data Monitoring & Reporting

• Track daily, monthly, and annual ETP/ZLD KPIs including recovery %, specific energy consumption, chemical usage, and downtime.
• Prepare reports for internal reviews, regulatory submissions, and audits.
• Support digitization initiatives such as online monitoring systems and performance dashboards.

Qualification : B Tech in Chemical / Environmental  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Should have minimum 10 Year experience Pharmacuticals mostly in API
• Strong expertise in ETP, RO, MEE, ATFD, evaporation, and biological treatment processes
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and operational excellence mindset
• Knowledge of Indian environmental regulations and consent conditions
• Vendor coordination and project execution capability
• Data‑driven process optimization approach.

About the Department
Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO)
At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry.
We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities.
Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com