Safety Officer

Role Definition -

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring all safety measures at construction sites to ensure a safe, compliant, and accident-free working environment. The role involves daily supervision of safety practices, conducting safety trainings, ensuring proper use of protective equipment, maintaining compliance with statutory norms, and promoting a culture of safety among workers and contractors.

Responsibility Deliverable -

● Conduct regular inspections of work areas, equipment, and practices to identify potential hazards.

● Enforce the use of safety gear (helmet, safety shoes, gloves, jacket, harness, etc.) across the site.

● Maintain records of safety equipment issuance and inspections.

● Conduct safety inductions and periodic refresher trainings for all site personnel.

● Investigate and report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe acts.

● Issue warnings and impose penalties as per the safety policy for repeated violations.

● Coordinate with Site In-charge, Project Engineers, and Contractors for implementation of corrective actions.

● Promote safety awareness through daily toolbox talks and visual communication.

Tasks & Activities

• Daily Site Safety Inspection

○ Inspect site areas for unsafe practices, hazards, or violations.

○ Check use and condition of safety equipment (helmets, gloves, boots, harness, etc.).

○ Ensure all workers have received proper induction and PPE.

○ Record observations in the Daily Safety Logbook.

• Training & Awareness

○ Conduct Toolbox Talks every morning before work begins.

○ Train new workers on emergency procedures, PPE usage, and hazard awareness.

○ Conduct refresher safety sessions weekly or monthly.

• Incident Reporting & Investigation

○ Report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions immediately.

○ Conduct investigation to determine cause and preventive measures.

○ Maintain accident records and share findings with management.

• Compliance & Documentation

○ Maintain safety checklists, audit reports, and inspection registers.

○ Ensure display of safety signages, emergency contact details, and first-aid information on site.

○ Keep records of PPE distribution and usage in the Safety Equipment Logbook.

• Coordination & Enforcement

○ Coordinate with site supervisors, contractors, and laborers to maintain compliance.

○ Issue two warnings before levying penalties for repeated safety violations.

○ Support Site Head and Project Manager in implementing corrective actions.

• Emergency Preparedness

○ Ensure fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and evacuation routes are in place and accessible.

○ Conduct periodic safety drills for fire and accident response.

○ Liaise with local emergency services when necessary.

Measurement Metrics

● Number of safety inspections conducted per week.

● % of workers wearing full PPE at all times.

● Number of incidents or near-misses per month.

● Timeliness of corrective actions implemented.

● Number of safety trainings/toolbox talks conducted.

Compliance audit score / safety rating.

Skills

● Site Safety Inspection & Risk Assessment

● Training & Communication

● Report Writing & Record Maintenance

● Decision Making & Conflict Resolution

Observation & Root Cause Analysis

Knowledge

● Construction safety standards (OSHA, NBC, IS codes)

● PPE usage and maintenance

● Emergency procedures and first aid

● Hazard identification and mitigation

● Legal and statutory safety requirements

Self Image

● Guardian of Site Safety

● Responsible & Vigilant Professional

● Enforcer of Discipline and Safety Culture

Traits

● Alert & Proactive

● Confident & Firm Decision Maker

● Detail-Oriented & Composed Under Pressure

Team Player with Leadership Presence

Motives

● Achieve zero-accident target at site.

● Build safety awareness among all workers.

● Protect lives, property, and company reputation.

● Ensure smooth and compliant project execution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35, ₹40,000.00 per month