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Role & responsibilities Lead the overall safety function for the plant, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors. Develop, implement & continuously improve the safety management system aligned with ISO 45001, and legal compliance requirements. Ensure compliance with all statutory & regulatory safety norms, including inspections, permits, and reporting as per Factories Act & other applicable laws. Establish and monitor safety KPIs (e.g., LTIFR, TRIR, near misses, safety audit scores) and drive improvement plans accordingly. Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard identifications (HIRA) to proactively mitigate potential risks Lead incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for accidents, ensuring timely closure of CAPAs. Formulate and drive safety training programs, mock drills, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns across departments Coordinate with government bodies, local authorities, and corporate HSE teams on regulatory submissions, inspections, & compliance matters. Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, behavioral safety initiatives, and employee engagement programs. Review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for critical operations Guide cross-functional teams during plant shutdowns, turnarounds, or project executions to ensure safety controls are strictly implemented Supervise and develop the safety team, ensuring adequate manpower, skills, certifications, and motivation. Drive digital transformation initiatives in safety monitoring, reporting, and compliance using modern tools Monitor contractor safety performance, conduct onboarding programs, and ensure adherence to site safety rules Prepare and present safety performance reports to senior management and corporate boards regularly. Identify and implement best practices in occupational health and industrial hygiene. Lead emergency response planning and disaster management programs for the plant Accountable for Capex & Opex of Safety department. Foster a proactive safety culture among employees and promote continuous improvement in safety practices. Preferred candidate profile Educational Qualification: BE/B Tech/ME/Mtech in Chemical/other Engineering disciplines with ADIS or PDIS More than 10 to 15 years in leading process engineering initiatives of large scale complex in Petrochemical, Refinery, Oil & Gas. Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent is an added advantage Advanced knowledge of safety management systems and regulatory compliance. Familiarization with various statutory and Environmental norms. Strong understanding of operations, maintenance, services, and applications.
