Safety Officer

Engineer

Job Title: Safety Officer

Department: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Reports To: HSE Manager / Site Head / Compliance Manager

Job Summary

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment. The role focuses on preventing accidents, injuries, and occupational hazards by promoting a strong safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure compliance with statutory safety regulations (Factories Act, OSHA guidelines, local labor laws, etc.)
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions

Training & Awareness

• Conduct safety induction and refresher training for employees and contractors
• Organize mock drills (fire, emergency evacuation, first aid)
• Promote safety awareness through toolbox talks and safety campaigns

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Prepare incident reports and root cause analysis (RCA)
• Coordinate with management to implement corrective actions

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain safety records, permits, checklists, and registers
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly safety reports
• Maintain MSDS, PPE records, and statutory documentation

PPE & Site Safety

• Ensure availability and proper use of PPE
• Monitor work permits: hot work, confined space, working at height
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and machinery

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and contractors
• Liaise with government inspectors and auditors when required
• Support management during internal and external audits

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Diploma / Degree in Safety, Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, or Engineering
• Certification such as ADIS, NEBOSH, IOSH (preferred)

Experience

• 2–6 years of experience as a Safety Officer (industry-specific as required)
• Experience handling audits and statutory compliance is an advantage

Skills

• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Good communication and training skills
• Incident investigation and reporting
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving ability

Preferred Attributes

• Proactive and safety‑focused mindset
• Ability to work on-site and handle multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills

Working Conditions

• Site‑based role
• May require shift work, weekends, or emergency response availability

If you’d like, I can:

• Customize this JD for construction / manufacturing / IT / pharma
• Rewrite it for campus hiring or senior roles
• Align it to Indian statutory requirements or a corporate format

Experience Level

Mid Level