Safety Engineer – Civil Construction Department: Project / Safety Work Location: Construction Site Reports To: Project Manager / General Manager Employment Type: Full-Time 1.

Job Purpose To implement and monitor occupational health and safety practices at the construction site, prevent accidents, ensure statutory compliance and maintain a safe working setting for all employees, subcontractors and visitors. 2.

Key Responsibilities A.

Site Safety

Management - Implement the approved project Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) plan.

- Conduct daily site inspections to identify unsafe conditions and practices.
- Ensure workers follow mandatory PPE requirements, including safety helmets, safety shoes, reflective jackets, gloves and safety harnesses.
- Monitor safety arrangements for excavation, scaffolding, working at height, lifting operations and concreting activities.
- Ensure proper barricading, warning signs and access control at hazardous areas.
- Verify safe access, housekeeping and material storage arrangements.
- Stop unsafe work immediately and report serious safety violations to the Project Manager. B.

Safety

Training and Awareness - Conduct safety induction programmes for newly joined workers.
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and periodic safety awareness sessions.
- Educate workers about site hazards and preventive measures.
- Maintain records of safety training and worker attendance.
- Ensure workers understand safe working procedures before starting high-risk activities. C. Risk Assessment and Work Permits - Prepare Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and risk assessments for construction activities.
- Ensure permit-to-work procedures are followed for high-risk activities.
- Monitor hot work, work at height,



confined space entry and excavation activities.
- Verify safety arrangements before commencement of critical activities.
- Ensure emergency arrangements are available at all work locations. D. Accident and Incident Management - Investigate accidents, near misses and unsafe incidents.
- Prepare incident reports and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
- Maintain accident and incident registers.
- Monitor implementation of corrective actions.
- Coordinate emergency response, first aid and evacuation arrangements. E.

Statutory

Compliance and Documentation - Ensure compliance with applicable occupational safety and health laws, rules and regulations.
- Maintain safety inspection reports and statutory safety records.
- Verify availability and condition of fire extinguishers and first-aid facilities.
- Monitor lifting equipment, electrical installations, scaffolding and other safety-critical equipment.
- Coordinate safety audits and inspections by clients and consultants.
- Maintain records of safety violations and corrective actions. F. Labour and Subcontractor Safety - Monitor safety compliance by all subcontractors and their workers.
- Ensure all workers receive safety induction before deployment.
- Verify availability and proper use of PPE.
- Report repeated safety violations to the Project Manager.




- Ensure unsafe workers and activities are addressed immediately. 3.

Mandatory

Reports - Daily site safety inspection report.
- Daily toolbox talk report.
- Weekly safety compliance report.
- Monthly HSE performance report.
- Accident and near-miss reports.
- PPE distribution and compliance records.
- Safety training and induction register.
- Risk assessment and permit-to-work records.
- Corrective action and closure reports.
- Qualification and Experience - Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Civil Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.
- Recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
- Minimum 2–5 years of experience in civil construction site safety.
- Knowledge of construction safety procedures and applicable Indian statutory requirements.
- Knowledge of risk assessment, incident investigation and emergency management.
- Good communication and reporting skills. 5.

Performance

Indicators (KPI) - Compliance with PPE requirements.
- Number of safety inspections conducted.
- Timely closure of safety observations.
- Completion of toolbox talks and safety training.
- Reduction in unsafe acts and conditions.
- Timely reporting and investigation of incidents.
- Compliance with statutory and project safety requirements. 6.

General

Responsibilities - Maintain strict discipline and safety standards at the project site.
- Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors and subcontractors.
- Report serious safety violations immediately to the Project Manager.
- Maintain proper safety documentation.
- Perform other safety-related duties assigned by the Project Manager / Management.

Pay: ₹17,000.00 - ₹43,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Safety Engineer Civil (Kochi)
🏢 Crescent Hirisers
📍 Kochi