Welfare Officer

Job Title: Welfare Officer ( Female only )
Department: Human Resources
Reporting to: Factory Manager /HR Head
Location: Factory

**Food & Room Accommodation Free**

Objective:

To ensure the well-being, safety, and engagement of workers/employees by implementing welfare schemes, resolving grievances, and ensuring compliance with statutory welfare provisions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Statutory Compliance & Records

• Ensure compliance with Factories Act, 1948 (especially Section 49) and state labour laws.
• Maintain records and reports required under applicable labour laws.
• Coordinate with labour departments, health inspectors, and auditors.

2. Employee Welfare Activities

• Organize and monitor welfare facilities: canteen, restrooms, drinking water, medical care, transport, and creche.
• Promote programs for employee well-being, safety, and personal development.
• Oversee employee engagement, sports, cultural events, and awareness sessions.

3. Grievance Handling & Communication

• Act as a liaison between management and workers.
• Address worker grievances and support effective conflict resolution.
• Encourage a positive and open workplace culture.

4. Counselling & Support

• Provide emotional or professional counselling where needed.
• Help employees with personal or workplace-related concerns.

5. Training & Awareness

• Conduct training sessions on:
• Health & hygiene
• Industrial safety
• Employee rights and responsibilities
• Gender sensitization & anti-harassment

6. Hostel / Dormitory Oversight (if applicable)

• Monitor hostel conditions, cleanliness, food, and security.
• Ensure gender-sensitive accommodation standards are maintained.

7. Coordination with Government / NGO Bodies

• Liaise with NGOs, social welfare departments, and local authorities for programs and outreach.
• Required Qualifications:
• Educational: Master’s in Social Work (MSW) / Sociology / Psychology or PG Diploma in Labour Welfare.
• Experience: 2–5 years in a similar role (freshers with MSW may be considered in some industries).
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, conflict resolution, statutory knowledge.

Working Hours:

As per factory/organization schedule (may include shift or extended hours as per need)

Salary Range:

As per industry standards or state wage rules.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹13,500.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person