Safety Manager

Job Summary:

The Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at construction sites. The role focuses on implementing safety systems, preventing accidents, and fostering a safety-first culture in line with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement site-specific safety plans in accordance with Indian laws
2. Ensure compliance with Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996
3. Adhere to provisions under Factories Act, 1948 (where applicable to site operations/workshops)
4. Ensure compliance with Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 for contractor workforce management
5. Implement guidelines under National Building Code of India 2016 for construction safety practices
6. Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
7. Carry out regular safety inspections, audits, and compliance checks
8. Investigate accidents, dangerous occurrences, and near-misses; report as per statutory norms
9. Ensure proper usage and availability of PPE (helmets, harnesses, safety shoes, etc.)
10. Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and periodic training for workers and staff
11. Maintain statutory registers, records, and documentation for inspections by authorities
12. Liaise with government bodies such as Directorate General Factory Advice Service & Labour Institutes (DGFASLI) and labour departments
13. Ensure emergency preparedness including fire safety, evacuation drills, and first aid readiness
14. Monitor work at height, excavation, lifting operations, and electrical safety

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Occupational Health & Safety / Industrial Safety
2. Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (recognized by State Technical Board or equivalent)
3. Certifications such as NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Managing Safely (preferred)

Experience:

1. 10 -15 years of experience in construction safety (infrastructure, buildings, industrial projects)
2. Experience handling large manpower and multiple contractors

Key Skills:

1. Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and safety regulations
2. Risk assessment (HIRA, JSA) and incident investigation
3. Safety auditing and compliance management
4. Leadership and team coordination
5. Communication skills (Hindi & English; regional language is a plus)

Working Conditions:

1. Site-based role with exposure to outdoor environments
2. Work may involve heights, heavy machinery zones, and dynamic site conditions
3. Flexible hours depending on project schedules

More Info

1. Department: Enabler
2. Location: Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
3. Years of Experience: 10 - 15 years