Safety Officer

Job titleSafety Engineer (HSE) – Interior Fit-outDepartmentProjects / HSEReports toProject Manager (site) and HSE ManagerLocation[City] – site-basedEmployment typeFull-timeExperience3–6 years in construction or interior fit-out safetyAbout FYDFYD is an interior design and fit-out company delivering turnkey projects for corporate, commercial, healthcare and industrial clients across [region / cities]. FYD is known for quality execution, on-time delivery and safe working practices, and is now growing its site team. This role is for a prestigious interior fit-out project for one of FYD's reputed clients, with the opportunity to move on to further projects.

Role summaryFYD is looking for a Safety Engineer to own health, safety and environment (HSE) on an interior fit-out site. You will make sure every worker, subcontractor and visitor works safely, that the site meets FYD's, the client's and the building's safety requirements, and that the project is completed with zero harm.

• Key responsibilitiesPlanning and setupPrepare the site-specific HSE plan, emergency response plan and risk assessments before work starts.
• Prepare method statements and job safety analyses (JSA) for high-risk activities with the site team.
• Understand and follow the building management's fit-out safety rules, permits and working-hour restrictions.
• Set up site safety signage, first-aid facilities, fire extinguishers, barricades and safe access routes.
• Daily site safetyConduct daily site safety inspections and make sure unsafe acts and conditions are corrected on the spot.
• Run the permit-to-work system for hot work, work at height, electrical work, confined spaces and shutdowns.
• Check scaffolding, ladders, mobile towers, power tools and electrical connections before use.
• Make sure all workers wear the correct PPE and use it properly.
• Monitor housekeeping, material stacking, waste removal and dust and noise control, especially in occupied or live buildings.
• Ensure fire safety during work: hot-work controls, fire watch, clear exits and no blocking of the building's fire systems.
• Training and awarenessConduct safety induction for every new worker, subcontractor and visitor.
• Hold daily toolbox talks and regular safety training on topics such as work at height, fire safety, electrical safety and manual handling.
• Organise mock drills for fire and emergency evacuation.
• Incidents and reportingReport and investigate incidents and near misses, find the root cause and close corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records: permits, inspection checklists, training records, incident reports and equipment certificates.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly HSE reports for the Project Manager, FYD management and the client.
• Take part in client and third-party safety audits and close audit observations on time.
• Subcontractor and statutory complianceMake sure subcontractors follow FYD's safety rules and check their workers, tools and safety documents before they start.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and rules, including the BOCW Act, the Factories Act where applicable, National Building Code (fire and life safety) and local regulations.
• Coordinate with the client's and building's safety teams on approvals, inspections and shared safety concerns.
• Qualifications and experienceDegree or diploma in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Recognised safety qualification: ADIS / PDIS, NEBOSH IGC, IOSH or an equivalent industrial safety diploma.
• 3–6 years of HSE experience on construction sites, preferably in interior fit-out or commercial building projects.
• Experience working in live or occupied buildings (offices, hospitals, labs, malls) is an advantage.
• First-aid and fire-safety training certificates preferred.
• Skills and competenciesStrong knowledge of construction safety practices, PPE, permit systems and risk assessment.
• Confident communicator who can train and influence workers in Hindi, English and the local language.
• Firm but practical — able to stop unsafe work and get it restarted the safe way.
• Good report writing and record keeping in MS Office.
• Attention to detail and a high sense of responsibility.
• Key performance indicatorsZero fatalities and zero lost-time incidents.
• 100% of workers inducted before starting work.
• Permits issued and closed for all high-risk activities.
• Toolbox talks and inspections done as per plan.
• Audit observations and unsafe conditions closed on time.
• Safety reports submitted on schedule.
• What FYD offersCompetitive salary: [salary range].
• Experience on a high-profile project for a reputed client.
• [Health insurance, travel / conveyance allowance, PPE and site facilities, leave policy].
• A growth path to Senior Safety Engineer / HSE Manager.