Safety Officer

The Safety Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the company's occupational health and safety programs to ensure a safe working environment and maintain compliance with all local, state, and national regulations. This role involves hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and promoting a strong culture of safety across the organization.

Risk Management and Hazard Control

• Risk Assessment: Perform systematic risk assessments and Job Safety Analyses (JSA) to identify potential hazards in the workplace (e.g., machinery, chemicals, working at heights, ergonomics).
• Mitigation: Recommend and enforce preventative measures to control or eliminate risks and hazards.
• Equipment Management: Ensure all safety equipment (e.g., PPE, fire extinguishers, first aid kits) is properly maintained, functional, and readily available.

3. Incident and Emergency Response

• Investigation: Thoroughly investigate all incidents, accidents, and near-misses using root cause analysis to determine contributing factors.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on incidents, findings, and violations, and recommend corrective and preventative actions to management.
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop, implement, and coordinate emergency response plans and procedures (e.g., evacuation, fire drills) and oversee their execution.

4. Training and Safety Culture

• Training Programs: Plan, organize, and conduct mandatory safety training sessions, workshops, and induction programs for new and existing employees.
• Promote Culture: Actively promote a positive health and safety culture by encouraging safe work practices and soliciting employee feedback on safety matters.
• Communication: Conduct regular safety briefings ("toolbox talks") and maintain effective communication channels for safety-related information.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience: X+ years of proven experience as a Safety Officer or in a similar OHS role, preferably within the [Insert Your Industry Here] industry.
• Certifications: Professional certification (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, CSP, OSHA 30-Hour) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures applicable to the business.
• Skills:
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for risk assessment and incident investigation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively train employees and interact with management and regulatory bodies.
• Proficient in using safety management software and MS Office applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person