B Abhishek Shastri
About B Abhishek Shastri
B Abhishek Shastri serves as the Environment, Health and Safety Manager at Sterlite Power, where he leads HSE and Sustainability functions. He has extensive experience in HSE management, having previously worked at Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc, and Bisi Engineering.
Work at Sterlite Power
Currently, B Abhishek Shastri serves as the Environment, Health and Safety Manager at Sterlite Power. He is responsible for leading the HSE and Sustainability functions, specifically focusing on the Conductor and OPGW units. His role involves implementing safety protocols and promoting a culture of safety within the organization.
Previous Experience in HSE Management
Before joining Sterlite Power, B Abhishek Shastri worked at Vedanta | Sesa Goa Iron Ore as Lead HSE from 2020 to 2021. He also held the position of Assistant Manager in the Aluminium Business at Vedanta Limited from 2017 to 2020. His experience includes advocating for a top-to-bottom approach in establishing HSE management systems and promoting workplace safety.
Education and Expertise
B Abhishek Shastri holds a Master’s Degree in Health Safety and Environmental Engineering from the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, where he studied from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the Institute of Technical Education and Research, completing his studies in 1970.
Background in Engineering
B Abhishek Shastri began his career as a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at Bisi Engineering, where he worked for 11 months in 2014-2015. He later served as a Project Engineer at Hindustan Zinc for two months in 2018. His engineering background supports his current focus on health, safety, and environmental management.
Advocacy for Safety Culture
B Abhishek Shastri promotes a workplace culture that prioritizes safety over deadlines and targets. His approach emphasizes the importance of establishing effective HSE management systems and ensuring that safety is integrated into all aspects of operations.