Safety Manager

Safety Manager Real Estate & Construction

Job Title: Safety Manager
Industry: Real Estate / Construction
Department: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Experience: 815 Years

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor comprehensive HSE policies, procedures and safety plans for real estate/construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory safety regulations, labour laws, environmental requirements and construction safety standards.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits and risk assessments and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Identify hazards and implement appropriate preventive and corrective actions.
• Monitor safety practices related to excavation, scaffolding, work at height, lifting operations, electrical work, hot work, confined spaces and heavy equipment.
• Ensure proper implementation of Permit to Work (PTW) systems.
• Conduct Toolbox Talks, safety training, induction programs, emergency drills and awareness programs for employees, contractors and workers.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions; prepare reports and recommend corrective/preventive measures.
• Maintain and review HSE documentation, inspection reports, incident records, training records and compliance registers.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors for compliance with approved safety procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, MEP, Construction and Contractor teams to resolve safety issues.
• Establish and monitor Emergency Preparedness & Response Plans, including fire and evacuation procedures.
• Ensure availability and proper maintenance of PPE, firefighting equipment, first-aid facilities and other safety systems.
• Track safety KPIs such as LTIFR, TRIR, near misses, unsafe acts/conditions, training hours and audit compliance.
• Conduct periodic mock drills, emergency response exercises and safety campaigns.
• Support management in achieving zero-accident / zero-fatality objectives across projects.
• Lead and mentor the site safety team and ensure adequate safety manpower across project locations.
• Prepare periodic HSE dashboards and reports for senior management.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's/Diploma in Safety Engineering, Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, Environmental Safety or a related discipline.
• 815 years of relevant experience, preferably with reputed real estate, construction, infrastructure or EPC companies.
• Strong experience in high-rise residential/commercial projects or large-scale construction projects.
• Sound knowledge of construction safety practices, risk assessment, incident investigation and statutory compliance.
• Experience in managing contractors, subcontractors and large workforces.
• Strong communication, leadership, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive safety compliance across multiple project stakeholders.

Preferred Certifications

• ADIS / DIS / Diploma in Industrial Safety or equivalent qualification preferred.
• First Aid / Fire Safety / Emergency Response certifications will be an advantage.