Safety Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety System Implementation & Monitoring

• Design, implement, and periodically review safety policies, procedures, SOPs, and Permit to Work systems (PTW) across all units.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements under Factories Act, Gujarat Factory Rules, Environment Protection Act, and other relevant EHS laws.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and internal audits; drive closure of non-conformities through root cause analysis.

2. Risk Assessment -Control & EPP

• Lead Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and implement risk mitigation strategies for high-risk activities (e.g., crane operation, working at height, confined space entry, hot work, etc.).
• Prepare and update unit-wise Emergency Response Plans, and conduct periodic mock drills.
• Establish the SOP for EPP & awareness to all employee.

3. Incident Management & Investigation

• Oversee reporting, investigation, and documentation of all near-misses, unsafe acts/conditions, and incidents.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) using methodologies like 5 Whys / Fishbone Diagram, and implement Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).

4. Safety Culture & Behavioural Safety

• Drive Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives across units to build a proactive safety culture.
• Organize Safety Week Celebrations, Theme-Based Safety Campaigns, and Contractor Safety Engagement Programs.
• Conduct Mock drill and awareness to concerned employees.

5. Training & Capacity Building

• Develop and execute annual safety training calendar for employees, contract workforce, and frontline supervisors.
• Deliver induction, toolbox talks, specialized training on fire safety, electrical safety, first aid, and material handling.

6. Cross-Functional & Inter-Unit Coordination

• Collaborate closely with Production, Maintenance, Projects, HR, and Security teams for seamless integration of safety in operations.
• Standardize safety practices across all 4 units and monitor their adherence via monthly safety dashboards.

7. Statutory Compliance & Liaison

• Maintain statutory registers and reports as per Factory Act / DISH / GPCB requirements.
• Prepare for and coordinate DISH inspections, Fire Department NOCs, Environmental audits, and compliances.
• Handle documentation related to accident reporting, compensation claims, insurance, and contractor safety compliance.

Key Competencies & Attributes:

• Strong knowledge & Documents record of Indian safety legislation and global EHS standards (ISO 45001)
• Proven track record of managing multi-unit industrial safety
• Analytical thinking with strong reporting and documentation skills
• Confident trainer and communicator across workforce levels
• Proactive, disciplined, and hands-on leadership style.
• Conduct Mock- drill to every workshop as per the pre-approved/scheduled time.

Preferred Industry Background:

• Crane Manufacturing
• Heavy Fabrication / Engineering
• Steel / Infrastructure / Capital Equipment Manufacturing.