Safety Officer

We are hiring a Safety Officer with a minimum of 8 years of experience to oversee health and safety operations at our Steel Godown Yard in Cheranalloor., and Shipyard The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and promoting best practices in handling and storing steel materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance with Safety Regulations
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international safety standards
• (e.g., OSHA, ISM Code, SOLAS, etc.)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of maritime and shipyard safety laws and ensure policies reflect them.

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• 2. Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
• Conduct regular risk assessments and job safety analyses (JSA).
• Identify potential hazards in shipbuilding, dry docking, welding, lifting operations, and confined spaces.

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• 3. Accident Prevention & Investigation
• Implement preventive measures and controls to avoid incidents.
• Lead investigations into accidents or near-misses, document findings, and
• recommend corrective actions.

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• 4. Safety Training & Awareness
• Organize safety drills, toolbox talks, and induction programs.
• Train employees and contractors on PPE use, emergency response, fire safety, and safe work practices.
• Conduct a Major fire safety exercise (Firefighting drill) involving all safety personnel twice per week

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• 5. Emergency Preparedness
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans.
• Coordinate fire drills, evacuation plans, and first aid training.

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• 6. Safety Audits & Inspections
• Schedule and conduct internal safety audits and inspections of ships, equipment, and facilities.
• Address non-conformities and implement corrective/preventive actions.

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• 7. Permit to Work (PTW) System Management
• Oversee the PTW system for high-risk tasks like hot work, working at heights, and confined space entry.
• Ensure proper documentation and approvals are in place.

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• 8. Monitoring & Reporting
• Track key safety performance indicators (KPIs) such as LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate), TRIR (Total Recordable Incident Rate), etc.
• Report to senior management and external agencies as required.
• Conduct daily safety rounds of Yard by safety officer and maintain a record of the same in a register.
• Carry out daily brief and Muster of all fire watchkeepers.
• Establish and maintain "Near Miss boxes" in the yard. A Safety briefing may be included in the monthly staff meeting and one each procedure be explained by safety officer. E.g. Precautions to be undertaken prior commencing hot work, Precautions before entering confined spaces that may contain poisonous gases etc.

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• 9. Safety Equipment Management
• Ensure availability, maintenance, and proper use of PPE and safety equipment
• (e.g., Gas detectors, Fire extinguishers, lifelines).

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• 10. Safety Culture Development
• Promote a culture of safety across all departments.
• Engage leadership and workers in continuous safety improvement programs

Qualifications and Skills:

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in an industrial, warehouse, or yard environment (preferably steel or heavy materials).
• Safety certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar are strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Indian safety regulations (Factories Act, BOCW, etc.).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to manage ground staff and enforce compliance under pressure.
• Familiarity with material handling practices and heavy equipment operations.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes outdoor yard and semi-enclosed warehouse spaces.
• Exposure to steel products, machinery, dust, and heat.
• Use of PPE is mandatory at all operational zones.
• May require occasional weekend shifts or extended hours during peak activity.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person