Safety Officer (Building & Construction)

Job Title: Safety Officer (Building & Construction)

Job Summary

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations on building and construction sites. This role involves identifying hazards, implementing safety measures, conducting inspections, and promoting a strong safety culture to prevent accidents and injuries.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local and international health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations on construction sites
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Identify potential hazards related to construction activities and recommend corrective actions
• Enforce the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices
• Prepare and implement safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments (MSRA)
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and training for workers and subcontractors
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare detailed reports and recommend preventive measures
• Monitor high-risk activities such as work at height, excavation, lifting operations, scaffolding, and confined spaces
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure safety compliance
• Maintain safety records, permits, and documentation
• Stop unsafe work practices and issue safety warnings or notices when required
• Promote a positive safety culture on-site

Requirements and Qualifications

• BSc in Physics & chemistry diploma in engineering, or higher technical qualification / having advanced diploma in industrial safety.
• Certified Safety Officer (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, OSHA, IOSH, or equivalent)
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in building and construction safety
• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations
• Experience with risk assessments, incident investigation, and safety audits
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Proficient in preparing reports and safety documentation Skills and Competencies
• Hazard Identification and risk management
• Knowledge of construction methods and equipment
• Emergency response and first aid awareness
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Strong interpersonal and training skills Working Conditions
• Site-based role in building and construction environments
• May require working extended hours, weekends, or in challenging site conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person