Safety Officer

**Job Title: Safety Officer / HSE Officer**

**Department**: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
**Reports To**: HSE Manager / Factory Manager / Plant Head
**Location**: Manufacturing / Fabrication Plant

**1. Job Purpose**

To ensure a safe and healthy working environment by implementing and monitoring occupational health and safety (OHS) programs, ensuring compliance with legal and company safety standards, and promoting a strong safety culture among all employees in the manufacturing/fabrication facility.

**2. Key Responsibilities**

**A. Safety Management & Compliance**
- Implement, monitor, and continuously improve the plant’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with applicable **local, state, and national safety regulations** (e.g., Factories Act, OSHA, ISO 45001, etc.).
- Conduct regular inspections of machinery, equipment, and work areas to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Maintain updated records of statutory safety documentation, such as safety audits, inspection reports, and training logs.

**B. Risk Assessment & Control**
- Carry out **Job Safety Analysis (JSA)**, **Risk Assessments**, and **Hazard Identification Studies (HAZID)** for all critical operations.
- Recommend engineering and administrative controls to eliminate or minimize hazards.
- Monitor implementation of safety control measures for high-risk activities like welding, cutting, confined space entry, material handling, etc.

**C. Training & Awareness**
- Plan and conduct regular **Safety Induction** for new employees and contractors.
- Organize **toolbox talks**, **safety drills**, and **refresher training sessions** on topics such as PPE usage, fire safety, first aid, and emergency procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety awareness and employee participation in safety programs.

**D. Incident Management**
- Investigate all **accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions** to identify root causes.
- Prepare detailed **incident investigation reports** and recommend corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).
- Ensure timely reporting of incidents to management and statutory authorities as per requirements.

**E. Emergency Preparedness**
- Develop, implement, and periodically test **Emergency Response Plans (ERP)** for fire, chemical spill, or structural emergencies.
- Conduct **mock drills** and ensure proper functioning of fire protection systems and emergency equipment.
- Coordinate with local fire, medical, and rescue authorities for external support during emergencies.

**F. Safety Audits & Documentation**
- Conduct internal and external **HSE audits** and follow up on action plans.
- Maintain and update all **Safety Data Sheets (SDS)**, **Permit to Work (PTW)** records, and inspection checklists.
- Support the HSE Manager in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual safety performance reports (KPIs, LTIs, TRIR, etc.).

**3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**
- Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
- Number of safety audits completed vs. planned
- Percentage of employees trained in safety programs
- Closure rate of corrective actions
- Compliance score from external safety audits

**4. Skills & Competencies**

**Technical Skills**
- In-depth knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and best practices
- Familiarity with manufacturing/fabrication processes (welding, cutting, grinding, painting, etc.)
- Proficiency in risk assessment tools and methods
- Knowledge of firefighting and first-aid systems
- Experience with ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 systems

**Behavioral Competencies**
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and ability to influence safe behavior
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail and proactive attitude
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

**5. Educational Qualifications**
- **Minimum**: Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Safety
- **Preferred**: Post Diploma in Industrial Safety (recognized by State Government / DGFASLI)
- **Certifications (preferred)**:

- NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA Certification
- Fire Safety or First Aid Training Certification

**6. Experience**
- **Experience Range**: 3 - 8 years (depending on plant size and complexity)
- **Industry Preference**: Manufacturing, Fabrication, Heavy Engineering, Steel, Foundry, or Metal Works

**7. Working Conditions**
- Primarily plant-based with extensive field supervision
- Exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery
- Must wear appropriate PPE and enforce PPE compliance among all personnel

**8. Reporting & Coordination**
- Reports directly to the HSE Manager or Factory Manager
- Coordinates with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and HR departments for safety compliance
- Liaises with external agencies like fire department, pollution control board, and labor authorities when required

Company Name : Mist Ressonance Engineering Pvt Ltd.

Company Address & Contact No. : ’Anandi’, 1304-1/7, B