Safety Officer

Job description

Compliance and Regulation

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, including local, state, and central government laws (e.g., Factories Act, 1948, Environmental Protection Act, etc.).
• Maintain and update safety policies and procedures to align with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies during safety inspections, audits, and certifications.

Risk Assessment and Hazard Management

• Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and risks.
• Develop, implement, and monitor risk mitigation plans.
• Prepare risk assessment reports and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, or near-miss events and prepare detailed reports with root cause analysis and preventive measures

Safety Training and Awareness

• Organize and conduct safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors, covering topics like fire safety, first aid, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response.
• Develop safety training materials and maintain training records.
• Promote safety awareness through campaigns, posters, and regular safety talks.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, fire drills, and disaster management protocols.
• Conduct periodic mock drills to ensure readiness for emergencies.
• Maintain and inspect emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, alarms, and first aid kits.

Fire Emergency Plan

• To establish plan for response and communication in the event of fire emergency.
• To establish training plan for Emergency Response Team (ERT) to fight incipient fires.
• Establish Emergency evacuation procedures and set program to conduct fire drills.
• Review, establish procedure to account for all staff in the Assembly Area after emergency evacuation has been completed.
• Arrange, coordinate with Base builder, BMI employees to participate in training and fire drills.
• Maintaining records of all training, fire drill tests and recommendations for improvements.

Fire Hazards Elimination

• To establish fire safety inspection programs to eliminate, minimize and control potential sources of fire or fire hazards.
• To keep and update Fire Hazard Assessment Records.
• To monitor fire escape routes for any obstruction and shall report any violations in writing.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, audits, inspections, and training activities.
• Generate and present monthly safety performance reports to management.
• Monitor key safety performance indicators (KPIs) and track improvements.

Collaboration and Communication

• Act as the point of contact for all safety-related matters on-site.
• Collaborate with department heads and site managers to address safety concerns.
• Communicate safety expectations and responsibilities to employees and contractors.

Equipment and Workplace Safety

• Inspect and ensure the safe operation of machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Enforce the use of PPE and monitor compliance among employees and contractors.
• Oversee the proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Other General Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to check that FLS standards, work permits are maintained during projects, fit-outs, events etc.
• Submitting Form B regularly twice a year as per the Mumbai Fire brigade requirements in coordination with our registered fire vendor.
• Maintain good relationship with Authorities.
• Endeavors to promote goodwill and create a pleasant atmosphere amongst fellow workers/officers, employees Abides to rules, regulations and policies of the BMI.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the BMI
• Be the first point of contact in any exigency situation and take immediate and appropriate action to address any Safety, fire-related issue.
• Responsible for making suitable safety arrangements in case of any events/ promotions/ marketing initiative as informed by the Operations Head.
• Ensure availability and use of stipulated safety equipment and protective gear for all personnel, file indents for the same, as required.
• Coordinate support to Security, Travel, Transport team.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Certification in safety management, such as Diploma in Fire Safety engineering, ADIS, NEBOSH, OSHA, or ISO 45001, is preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a safety officer role, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
• Hands-on experience with safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, presenting, training, engaging employees.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations in India.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for risk assessments and incident investigations