Job Purpose:
A skilled and proactive Structural Safety Engineer is responsible for managing the safety, design review, and execution of temporary structures within a dynamic convention and event environment.

The role involves close coordination with event planners, designers, structural engineers, and on-site fabrication teams to ensure all structures are secure, compliant with applicable standards, and installed in accordance with approved guidelines and specifications.

The position requires a strong focus on risk assessment, structural integrity, rigging operation and adherence to safety protocols throughout all stages of planning and execution. The engineer will play a critical role in ensuring that all temporary structures meet regulatory, engineering, and organizational safety requirements.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Design Review & Structural Assessment

- Collaborate with event planners, designers, structural Engineers and vendors during the design phase.
- Evaluate structural feasibility of:
- Shell scheme installations
- Wooden fabricated structures
- Metallic fabricated structures
- Mezzanine and multi-level temporary structures
- Temporary stages, lounges, and truss installation
- Thematic fabricated structures
- Lifting operations
- Rigging methods
- Load calculations
- HSEF equipment
- Identify high-risk or critical structures and provide engineering recommendations and ensure enforcement of the same.

1. Risk Identification & Mitigation

- Conduct structural analysis to ensure safety and stability of all temporary installations.




- Highlight critical load-bearing elements, anchoring requirements, and material specifications.
- Recommend modifications to designs where required to meet safety standards and compliance.

2. On-Site Supervision & Execution Support

- Monitor structural integrity during build-up and dismantling phases.
- Ensure all structures are erected as per approved designs and safety guidelines.
- Resolve on-site structural issues in coordination with vendors and internal teams.
- Supervise rigging and lifting operations, ensuring proper procedures and accurate load calculations.

3. Shift & Operational Flexibility

- Plan and align working hours based on event schedules and critical setup timelines.
- Be available for night shifts or extended hours during major event build-ups or high-risk installations.

4. Training & Capability Development

- Train internal teams on structural safety, best practices, and risk awareness.
- Build internal capability to identify potential structural hazards.
- Develop checklists and SOPs for recurring structural setups.

5. Compliance & Documentation

- Ensure adherence to safety standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.




- Maintain documentation of structural approvals, inspections, and incident reports.
- Support audits and safety inspections when required.
- Perform and document rigging and lifting load calculations.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelors degree in civil / Structural Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
- Certification on safe rigging operations, structural stability by recognised third party / institution / education board is an advantage.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

- Strong knowledge of structural design principles and temporary structure engineering.
- Expertise in rigging and lifting operations.
- Experience in inspection of lifting tools and tackles.
- Experience with wood, metal, and modular fabrication systems.
- Understanding of load calculations, truss systems, and mezzanine structures.
- Excellent problem-solving and on-site decision-making ability.
- Strong coordination and communication skills with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic event environment.
- Willingness to work flexible hours including night shifts.
- Hands-on approach with strong site presence.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

EXPERIENCE

- 3–8 years of experience (preferred in temporary structures, exhibitions, events, or similar industries).
- Minimum 2 years of experience of rigging or lifting activity is preferred.
- Experience in Construction safety, structural assessment, designing software

📌 Manager - HSEF (Structural Safety Engineer) (Mumbai)
🏢 Jio World Convention Centre
📍 Mumbai