Head of Safety and Occupational Health

Head - Safety

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1. Safety Strategy & Governance

• Define and deploy organization‑wide safety vision, policies, and objectives
• Establish safety management systems (SMS) aligned with statutory and international standards
• Act as the ultimate authority on safety decision‑making and escalation

2. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with:
  • Factories Act
  • Building & Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Act
  • State & Central labor safety rules
  • Environment Protection Acts (as applicable)
• Liaise with government authorities and inspectors during audits, inquiries, and approvals
• Ensure statutory licenses, permits, and returns are valid and up to date

3. Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Lead Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)
• Implement effective:
  • Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
  • Permit to Work (PTW) systems
  • Method statement reviews
• Ensure elimination, mitigation, and control of workplace hazards

4. Incident Management & Investigation

• Oversee reporting, investigation, and root‑cause analysis of:
  • Accidents
  • Near misses
  • Dangerous occurrences
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Lead crisis response during major incidents

5. Training, Awareness & Safety Culture

• Design and deploy:
  • Safety induction programs
  • Specialized training (working at height, confined space, LOTO, lifting, hot work, etc.)
• Build a behavior‑based safety (BBS) culture across all levels
• Promote safety leadership among senior management and line supervisors

6. Contractor & Project Safety

• Ensure contractor safety management systems are aligned with company standards
• Review contractor HSE plans, manpower competence, and site controls
• Monitor high‑risk construction and operational activities

7. Audits, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct internal and third‑party safety audits and inspections
• Track and report key safety KPIs to leadership and board
• Benchmark best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives

8. Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor safety managers, officers, and site teams
• Define roles, accountability, and competency development plans
• Build strong coordination with Projects, Operations, HR, and Engineering

Educational Qualifications

• BE / BTech (Engineering discipline) or Science Graduate
• PG Diploma / Master’s in Industrial Safety / EHS / Occupational Health & Safety
• Certifications preferred:
  • NEBOSH
  • ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
  • OSHA (added advantage)

 

• 15–25 years of experience in industrial / project safety
• Minimum 5–8 years in a senior or leadership safety role
• Experience managing multi‑site or large project safety

Experience Level

Executive Level