Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible and experienced Safety Engineer to ensure safe working practices across MEP project activities. The candidate will be responsible for implementing HSE policies, conducting site inspections, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Implement and monitor company and project-specific Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies.
- Conduct regular safety inspections of MEP project sites.
- Identify hazards and assess risks associated with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Fire Fighting, and other MEP activities.
- Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments, and prepare appropriate control measures.
- Ensure workers follow proper safety procedures and use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety awareness programs for workers and supervisors.
- Monitor work activities such as electrical works, welding, cutting, lifting, working at height, scaffolding, excavation, and confined-space work.
- Ensure proper implementation of Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems.
- Inspect scaffolding, ladders, lifting equipment, electrical tools, machinery, and other safety equipment.
- Monitor compliance with electrical safety requirements, including proper earthing, cable management, isolation, and LOTO procedures where applicable.
- Ensure proper barricading, signage, access control, and housekeeping at the project site.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses,



and unsafe conditions and prepare reports.
- Recommend corrective and preventive actions and follow up until closure.
- Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training records, permits, and incident documentation.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and client safety teams.
- Conduct safety induction programs for recent employees, workers, and subcontractors.
- Ensure emergency preparedness and conduct emergency drills when required.
- Monitor fire safety arrangements and ensure fire extinguishers and emergency equipment are readily available.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements, project HSE standards, and client safety procedures.
- Stop or report unsafe work activities that may pose a serious risk to personnel or property.
- Prepare and submit regular HSE reports to project management.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Engineering or relevant technical qualification.
- Diploma / Degree in Industrial Safety / Occupational Health & Safety will be preferred.
- 24 years of relevant experience in construction, MEP, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and HSE procedures.
- Knowledge of MS Office and preparation of safety reports.

Key Skills

- Risk Assessment
- Hazard Identification
- Site Safety Inspection
- HSE Documentation
- Toolbox Talks
- Permit-to-Work Management
- Safety Training

📌 Safety Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Tapco Pneumatics
📍 Chennai