Safety Manager

Safety Manager

10 to 15 years

Ranchi, Jharkhand, India

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at construction sites. The role focuses on implementing safety systems, preventing accidents, and fostering a safety-first culture in line with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans in accordance with Indian laws
• Ensure compliance with Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 1996
• Adhere to provisions under Factories Act, 1948 (where applicable to site operations/workshops)
• Ensure compliance with Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 for contractor workforce management
• Implement guidelines under National Building Code of India 2016 for construction safety practices
• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Carry out regular safety inspections, audits, and compliance checks
• Investigate accidents, dangerous occurrences, and near-misses; report as per statutory norms
• Ensure proper usage and availability of PPE (helmets, harnesses, safety shoes, etc.)
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and periodic training for workers and staff
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and documentation for inspections by authorities
• Liaise with government bodies such as Directorate General Factory Advice Service & Labour Institutes (DGFASLI) and labour departments
• Ensure emergency preparedness including fire safety, evacuation drills, and first aid readiness
• Monitor work at height, excavation, lifting operations, and electrical safety

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Occupational Health & Safety / Industrial Safety
• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (recognized by State Technical Board or equivalent)
• Certifications such as NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Managing Safely (preferred)

Experience:

• 10 -15 years of experience in construction safety (infrastructure, buildings, industrial projects)
• Experience handling large manpower and multiple contractors

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and safety regulations
• Risk assessment (HIRA, JSA) and incident investigation
• Safety auditing and compliance management
• Leadership and team coordination
• Communication skills (Hindi & English; regional language is a plus)

Working Conditions:

• Site-based role with exposure to outdoor environments
• Work may involve heights, heavy machinery zones, and dynamic site conditions
• Flexible hours depending on project schedules

More Info

• Department: Enabler
• Location: Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
• Years of Experience: 10 - 15 years