Safety & Fire Officer - Manager

Roles and Responsibility/ Duties to be performed:-

• Develop and implement the organization's Fire & Safety strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the Fire & Safety department and establish annual objectives, KPIs, and improvement plans.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership engagement and employee participation.
• Ensure implementation of Safety Management Systems across all plant operations.
• Conduct hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of suitable control measures.
• Develop and implement Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs), Permit to Work (PTW),
• LOTO, confined space, work at height, hot work, excavation, and lifting safety procedures etc.
• Ensure effective contractor safety management throughout project and operational activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and fire-related statutory requirements.
• Liaise with government authorities including Factory Inspectorate, Fire Department,PESO, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain all statutory records, licenses, approvals, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate statutory inspections and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Develop and maintain the Emergency Response Plan.
• Lead incident management.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and compliance verification.
• Monitor implementation of safety observations and corrective actions.
• Review critical risk activities and ensure adequate controls.
• Lead safety training module.
• Organize safety campaigns, toolbox talks, and awareness programs.
• Monitor safety KPIs including LTIFR, TRIR, fire incidents, unsafe acts/conditions, PTW.
• Compliance, audit findings, and training effectiveness etc.
• Prepare monthly and annual safety reports for management.
• Present safety performance to senior leadership.
• Prepare and manage Fire & Safety departmental budget.
• Promote digital systems for inspections, observations, incident reporting, audits, and compliance tracking etc.
• Benchmark industry best practices and implement continual improvement initiatives.

Functional Competencies :-

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment :Ability to conduct thorough site inspections to identify potential hazards and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of local and National occupational health and safety (OHS) laws and standards relevant to our industry.
• Incident Investigation: Proficiency in root cause analysis (RCA) and the ability to document and report on workplace accidents or near-misses.
• Emergency Response Planning: Experience in developing and coordinating emergency evacuation drills and fire safety protocols.
• Safety Training and Instruction: Competency in designing and delivering safety induction programs and specialized technical training for employees.
• Safety Auditing: Ability to perform regular internal audits to ensure adherence to safety management systems and protocols.

Behavioral & Management Competencies:-

• Decisiveness: Capability to act quickly and firmly in emergency situations or when halting unsafe work practices.
• Effective Communication: Proficiency in delivering safety training and clearly communicating risks to diverse teams.
• Integrity and Ethics: A strong commitment to upholding safety standards without compromise.
• Team Leadership: Ability to foster a culture of safety across the department and mentor staff on best practices.