Safety Officer

Role & responsibilities

• Issuance of work permit on daily basis.
• Provide training to contractors, employees and visitors with respect to EHS.
• Conducting periodic mock drills at site.
• Provide appropriate PPE and ensure its correct use and maintenance.
• Ensure that accident/incident/near miss are quickly and competently investigated with employee involvement, documented and necessary steps are promptly taken to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure implementation of procedure for safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals at site.
• Coordination with engineering team for proper preventive maintenance of relevant firefighting equipment.
• Performing periodic internal audits of each block.
• Observe unsafe act/ unsafe condition on daily basis and take necessary action to correct.
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation.
• Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
• Monitor installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc.
• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy.
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle workers compensation claims.
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
• Ensure statutory compliance with respect to EHS.
• Regular inspection and upkeep of all firefighting system and equipment.
• To conduct block level safety committee meeting and contractor safety committee meeting.
• Ensure up to date documentation of all EHS activities.

Preferred candidate profile

• Candidate having exposure of formulations will be given preference.
• Passionate about EHS and determined in promoting safety.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.