Manager Safety- Group Projects

The Incumbent will be responsible for-

Job Purpose:

To ensure implementation of safety practices and compliance with all regulatory and company standards across industrial project sites. The Safety Manager will lead site-level safety planning, training, inspection, incident investigation, and drive a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Planning & Compliance:

• Develop and implement site-specific Safety Management Plans (SMP).
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory safety regulations (e.g., Factories Act, BOCW Act, ISO, OSHA).
  
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to align them with the safety protocols.

  Monitoring & Audits:

• Conduct daily safety inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments.
  
• Ensure implementation of corrective/preventive actions post-audits.
  
• Maintain EHS documentation, checklists, and reports.

  Training & Awareness:

• Organize tool-box talks, safety drills, and safety induction programs.
  
• Conduct training on use of PPE, emergency preparedness, fire safety, and first aid.
  
• Promote behavior-based safety (BBS) programs and campaigns.

  Incident Management:

• Lead investigations of incidents, near-misses, and injuries.
  
• Prepare root cause analysis (RCA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  
• Submit incident reports to management and regulatory bodies, if required.

  Safety Equipment & Standards:

• Ensure availability and usage of PPE, firefighting equipment, and first aid kits.
  
• Evaluate and ensure safety compliance of equipment, scaffolding, cranes, etc.
  
• Review safety signage, barricading, and permit-to-work systems.

  Liaison & Reporting:

• Liaise with local authorities, external agencies, and regulatory inspectors.
  
• Provide regular updates and reports to project leadership and corporate EHS.
  

Key Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of industrial safety standards and best practices.
  
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  
• Ability to drive safety culture at all levels.
  
• Skilled in root cause analysis, risk assessment, and safety audit techniques.
  

Qualification & Experience:

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical preferred).
  
• Advance Diploma in Industrial Safety (mandatory).
  
• Minimum 812 years of relevant experience in safety management in industrial/construction projects.
  
• Certifications like NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA preferred.