– Site Safety Officer

Position: Site Safety Officer

Department: EHS / Safety

Location: Factory / Project Site

Reporting To: EHS Manager / Plant Head

Experience: 3–6 Years

Industry Preference: Manufacturing / Engineering / Construction / Industrial Projects

1. Job Purpose

To ensure a safe and compliant workplace by implementing EHS policies, monitoring site safety practices, identifying and controlling hazards, conducting inspections and training, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutory and company safety requirements.
1. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Safety Operations & Compliance

- Implement company EHS policies, procedures, and safety standards at the site.
- Conduct regular workplace/site inspections and identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
- Ensure timely closure of safety observations and corrective actions.
- Monitor compliance with PPE requirements, safe work practices, and safety procedures.
- Maintain required safety records, registers, checklists, and reports.
- Support compliance with applicable Factories Act, Rules, and other statutory EHS requirements.

B. Risk Assessment & Hazard Control
- Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments, and Safe Work Method Statements where required.
- Identify hazards related to machinery, electrical work, welding, cutting, material handling, working at height, lifting activities, chemicals, and other site activities.
- Recommend and implement appropriate control measures.
- Monitor high-risk activities and ensure necessary permits and precautions are in place.

C. Safety Training & Awareness
- Conduct safety induction for new employees, contract workers, visitors, and trainees.
- Conduct toolbox talks and regular safety awareness programs.
- Coordinate training on PPE, fire safety,



emergency response, safe material handling, electrical safety, working at height, and other relevant topics.
- Promote a positive safety culture across employees and contractors.

D. Incident Management
- Immediately respond to workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe occurrences.
- Assist in incident investigation and identify root causes.
- Prepare incident reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Track implementation and closure of CAPA.

E. Emergency Preparedness
- Ensure emergency response procedures are implemented and communicated.
- Coordinate fire drills, emergency mock drills, evacuation drills, and other safety exercises.
- Inspect fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, emergency exits, alarms, first-aid facilities, and other emergency equipment.
- Ensure emergency exits and access routes remain clear and accessible.

F. Contractor & Site Safety
- Monitor contractor safety compliance and work practices.
- Ensure contractors complete safety induction before commencing work.
- Verify required PPE, work permits, equipment safety, and competency requirements.
- Conduct periodic contractor safety audits and follow up on observations.

G. Safety Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly safety reports.
- Maintain records of inspections, incidents, near misses, training, toolbox talks, permits,



and corrective actions.
- Monitor safety KPIs and share periodic reports with the EHS Manager / Plant Head.
- Support internal, customer, and statutory safety audits.

1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Reduction in unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
- Timely closure of safety observations and CAPA.
- Compliance with PPE and safety procedures.
- Number and quality of safety inspections conducted.
- Safety training and toolbox talk coverage.
- Contractor safety compliance.
- Incident and near-miss reporting and investigation.
- Emergency drill completion and compliance.
- Statutory and audit compliance.

1. Qualification

- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Safety, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
- Diploma / Degree in Industrial Safety will be preferred.
- Relevant Safety certifications will be an advantage.

1. Required Skills & Competencies

- Good knowledge of industrial safety practices and EHS requirements.
- Risk identification and assessment.
- Incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
- Valuable communication and training skills.
- Ability to work with employees, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
- Good documentation and reporting skills.
- Proactive approach towards hazard identification and prevention.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office / Excel.

1. Preferred Experience

Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, sheet-metal, welding, machining, DG/genset, or industrial project environments will be preferred. Language: Kannada and English communication skills preferred; Hin

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Advantages

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided

Work Location: In person

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