Welfare Officer

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Job Summary

The Welfare Officer is responsible for promoting employee well-being, maintaining harmonious employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor welfare laws. The role focuses on employee support, welfare initiatives, grievance handling, and coordination with management to create a healthy and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Welfare & Well-being

• Plan and implement employee welfare programs and activities
• Address employee concerns related to health, safety, and well-being
• Support workers with personal, social, or workplace-related issues

Grievance Handling & Employee Relations

• Act as a liaison between employees and management
• Assist in resolving grievances and conflicts in a fair and timely manner
• Promote positive industrial relations and workplace harmony

Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with labor laws related to welfare (Factories Act, ESI, PF, etc.)
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and documentation
• Coordinate with government authorities and inspectors when required

Health, Safety & Working Conditions

• Monitor workplace safety, hygiene, and working conditions
• Coordinate health check-ups, safety training, and awareness programs
• Support safety committees and accident prevention initiatives

Training & Awareness

• Conduct welfare-related training and awareness sessions
• Educate employees on company policies, benefits, and welfare schemes

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain welfare records, case files, and reports
• Prepare periodic welfare and compliance reports for management

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Empathy, counseling, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Basic knowledge of labor laws and welfare regulations
• Good organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with confidentiality

Preferred Candidate Profile

• MSW (HR / Labor Welfare / Industrial Relations / Community Development)
• Willingness to interact with shop-floor employees
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively