Safety Officer

Overview

The Safety Officer is responsible for establishing, promoting, and maintaining a safe, accident-free, and healthy working environment within the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and ensure the regular and effective operation of the Health & Safety Committee.
• Maintain an efficient emergency preparedness system.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations as outlined in the Factories Act and Karnataka Factories Rules.
• Oversee the availability and inventory of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including purchase, issuance, and stock records.
• Ensure adherence to ISO and OSHAS 18001:2007 standards.
• Regularly review Workmen’s Compensation Insurance and plant safety records and suggest improvements.
• Conduct periodic health and safety audits and implement action plans accordingly.
• Facilitate ESH training sessions in alignment with the SHE Competency matrix.
• Carry out periodic safety inspections prioritizing severity.
• Provide EHS orientation, raise awareness, and update employees on safety trends.
• Perform risk analysis, mitigation, and prepare Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) reports.
• Engage employees actively in safety initiatives.
• Maintain and display records of incidents, accidents, and near misses, implementing preventive measures.
• Organize periodic fire-fighting mock drills.
• Develop and enforce work permits, policies, and procedures compliant with applicable regulations.
• Select appropriate safety equipment and conduct safety programs.
• Report on Environmental Management System performance and chair related management reviews for continuous improvement.
• Participate in accident investigations and assist in preparing materials for hearings, lawsuits, or insurance purposes.
• Compile and submit accident reports as required by regulatory bodies.
• Maintain statutory health and safety records and registers.
• Prepare and arrange safety exhibits and materials for promotional activities and industry events.
• Maintain safety files and documentation accurately.
• Facilitate safety meetings within departments.
• Coordinate scheduling and execution of third-party health and safety audits.
• Verify and monitor corrective actions arising from internal and external audits, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Maintain environment and health & safety records as per requirements.
• Ensure availability and readiness of first aid, ambulance services, and Occupational Health Centre (OHC).
• Monitor health and safety compliance of contract labor.
• Promote and implement safety initiatives across the factory horizontally.
• Drive the implementation of the EHS manual as per guidelines, ensuring safety KPIs (both leading and lagging indicators) are on track.
• Accept and perform any additional duties assigned by management as needed.
• Implement contractor safety protocols effectively.
• Oversee routine inspections, ensuring focused safety evaluations by Safety Executives.
• Ensure execution of Gemba walks in accordance with checklists and plans detailed in the SHE manual.

Additional Information

• The job description does not limit the employee to these duties only; additional job-related tasks may be assigned by supervisors.
• This document excludes minor incidental functions not fundamental to the role.
• Applicants who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health and safety may be excluded.
• All duties and requirements listed are essential job functions.
• No employment contract is created by this description, either express or implied.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Diploma in EHS Management, Diploma in Electrical Safety, or Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical or Electrical disciplines.
• Solid experience in the safety, health, and environment field, preferably including manufacturing settings.
• Minimum of four years of relevant experience in Safety, Health, and Environment roles.
• Proficient to moderately advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with willingness to achieve full proficiency.