Role & responsibilities

Department: EHS (Environment, Health & Safety)
Location: Manufacturing Plant
Designation: Assistant Manager - Safety
Reporting To: Plant Head

Safety Management & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, State Factory Rules, BOCW provisions (as applicable), and other statutory safety requirements.
- Maintain all statutory records, registers, permits, and licenses related to safety.
- Liaise with government authorities, auditors, and certification bodies for compliance and inspections.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

- Conduct Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) for all manufacturing activities.
- Develop and implement control measures for identified risks.
- Monitor compliance with PPE usage, machine guarding, LOTO, confined space entry, hot work permits, work-at-height permits, and contractor safety requirements.
- Drive behavioral safety initiatives across the plant.

Incident Investigation

- Lead investigation of accidents, near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Track closure of safety observations, audit findings, and incident action plans.

Training & Safety Awareness

- Conduct induction training for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Organize safety campaigns, toolbox talks, mock drills, and awareness programs.
- Build safety competency among employees and line managers.

Emergency Preparedness

- Develop and maintain onsite emergency response plans.
- Conduct periodic fire, evacuation, and emergency response drills.
- Ensure readiness of firefighting systems and emergency equipment.

Safety Audits & Inspections

- Conduct routine safety inspections and audits.
- Ensure timely closure of observations raised during internal and external audits.
- Monitor contractor compliance and safety performance.





Contractor & Project Safety

- Monitor contractor activities and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
- Support project safety during installation, commissioning, and expansion activities.
- Review contractor manpower safety documentation and certifications.

Safety Analytics & Reporting

- Prepare monthly safety reports, KPIs, and dashboard reviews.
- Analyze trends related to incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
- Present safety performance reviews to management.

Battery Manufacturing Safety

- Ensure protected handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of lead, lead compounds, sulfuric acid, and other hazardous materials used in battery manufacturing.
- Monitor compliance with occupational exposure limits for lead and other hazardous substances.
- Implement and monitor lead exposure control programs, periodic medical surveillance, and employee health monitoring.
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of ventilation systems, acid handling systems, dust collection systems, and pollution control equipment.
- Conduct workplace monitoring for lead dust, lead fumes, acid mist, noise, and other occupational health hazards.
- Ensure compliance with Hazardous Waste Management Rules, Battery Waste Management Rules, and Pollution Control Board requirements.
- Lead emergency response preparedness for acid spills, chemical leaks, fire incidents, and environmental emergencies.
- Coordinate with EHS, Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to ensure safe manufacturing operations.

Preferred candidate profile

- B.Tech / Diploma in Engineering ( Industrial, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent).
- M.Sc. in Environmental Science / Environmental Management from a recognized University.
- Full-Time Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety recognized by a State Technical Board / University.
- Additional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, Fire & Safety Management, Lead Auditor ISO 45001, or Occupational Health & Safety certifications will be preferred.

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