Assistant Manager- Occupational Safety (Shibuilding Inds.)

The Assistant Manager – Occupational Safety plays a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and cultivating a proactive safety culture across shipbuilding, ship repair, and maritime operations. As part of the Safety & Environment team, this role supports the implementation of robust safety systems and standards to safeguard personnel and optimize operational efficiency in a high-hazard industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Functional

• Ensure compliance with international, national, and local safety regulations (IMO, OSHA, ILO).
• Implement SOPs for high-risk shipyard activities including:
• Hot work (welding, cutting, grinding)
• Confined space entry
• Work at height
• Hazardous material handling
• Electrical safety
• Diving operations
• Heavy lifting and crane operations
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Hazard Identification & Risk Assessments (HIRA).
• Maintain and analyze records of near-misses, injuries, and incidents; develop corrective actions.
• Perform regular safety inspections and audits; recommend CAPA.
• Deliver mandatory safety training and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs.
• Organize emergency response drills and confined space rescue training.
• Support implementation of Emergency Response Plans (ERP) for fire, toxic leaks, oil spills, natural disasters, and evacuation protocols.
• Maintain first aid stations and coordinate on-site medical response.
• Prepare periodic safety reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Report incidents to relevant authorities and maintain compliance documentation.
• Drive Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP) in safety management.
• Explore and pilot emerging safety technologies (IoT, AI, wearables).
• Align safety practices with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and industry-specific standards.

Financial

• Monitor safety-related expenditures and ensure adherence to budget allocations.

People & Behavioral

• Liaise with fire departments, coast guard, and emergency services.
• Supervise Safety Officers and Fire Safety teams; coordinate Safety Committees.
• Collaborate with project teams and contractors to embed safety in daily operations.
• Conduct contractor safety vetting and ensure compliance with permits and insurance.
• Represent the shipyard in interactions with regulatory bodies, insurance providers, and community stakeholders.
• Promote continuous learning through participation in industry forums and training programs.

Financial Authority

• As per Delegation of Authority (DOA) policy.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor/Diploma degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Certifications such as NEBOSH, CSP, OSHA 30-hour, NFPA preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in HSE roles within shipbuilding, heavy engineering, or manufacturing.
• Proven track record in safety leadership, audits, and process improvement.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Amreli, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Occupational Safety: 5 years (Required)
• Shipbuilding/Ship repair exp.: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Amreli, Gujarat (Required)

Work Location: In person