Safety and Legal Assistant

Job Title: Safety and Legal Assistant – PGCL Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

Location: Vadodara

Experience:1 to 2 years in industrial safety, compliance, and regulatory affairs, preferably in a greenfield or manufacturing setup

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Safety and Legal Assistant to support all statutory, safety, and legal compliance activities related to the Petroleum and Gas Conservation Law (PGCL) and other regulatory frameworks for the setup of our new manufacturing plant. This role will involve coordination with government bodies, documentation for approvals, and assisting the legal and EHS teams to ensure a smooth, compliant project execution.

Key Responsibilities:1. PGCL & Regulatory Approvals:

• Assist in preparing and submitting documentation required for obtaining PGCL and related environmental, fire safety, and explosive handling approvals.
• Coordinate with government authorities such as PESO, PNGRB, CPCB/SPCB, and other relevant agencies.
• Track the approval process, ensure timely responses to queries, and maintain accurate records.

2. Legal & Statutory Compliance Support:

• Maintain compliance calendar for licenses, consents, clearances (e.g., Factory Act, Environmental Clearances, Explosives License, Fire NOC, etc.).
• Assist in reviewing contracts, MoUs, and land-related legal documentation for project compliance.
• Work with legal consultants and internal stakeholders for drafting replies to notices or legal queries.

3. Safety Documentation & Compliance:

• Support the EHS team in creating and maintaining safety SOPs, hazard identification reports, and risk assessments related to gas and fuel storage/usage.
• Conduct document reviews for MSDS, safety signage, and statutory display boards.

4. Cross-functional Coordination:

• Liaise with consultants, project execution teams, EHS engineers, and vendors for regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper records for audits, inspections, and internal reports.

5. Reporting & Record Keeping:

• Keep records of all legal filings, licenses, renewals, and correspondences with authorities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management regarding legal and safety status, risk areas, and compliance gaps.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, or equivalent.
• (Diploma in Industrial Safety or PGD in Legal/Compliance is preferred.)
• 1 - 2 years of experience in legal/compliance support roles in manufacturing or project-based industries.

• Familiar with PGCL, PESO, PNGRB, MoEF&CC norms, and industrial approval processes.
• Strong documentation, coordination, and follow-up skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, legal documentation tools, and government compliance portals.
• Good command of English and local language.Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working on greenfield industrial projects or with EPC teams.
• Prior experience dealing with petroleum/natural gas storage and handling regulations.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, legal registers, and internal compliance audits.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person