Safety Lead

Role & responsibilities

• Lead the Safety Team of 30 members from the client side as the client and manage all Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) activities across the thermal power plant construction project.
• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and site-specific safety plans.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, client safety standards, and company HSE policies.
• Conduct Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA/JSA) for all critical construction activities.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as work at height, lifting operations, confined space entry, hot work, excavation, and electrical works.
• Establish and administer Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems for all hazardous activities.
• Lead incident/accident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Organize safety induction programs, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns, and specialized safety training.
• Ensure availability and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by all personnel.
• Develop and implement Emergency Response Plans (ERP), conduct mock drills, and coordinate emergency preparedness activities.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor HSE performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Review lifting plans, method statements, risk assessments, and work procedures before execution.
• Maintain HSE records, reports, statistics, and documentation as per client and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with client representatives, project management teams, and regulatory authorities on HSE matters.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve zero accidents.
• Monitor environmental aspects including waste management, dust control, noise control, and pollution prevention measures.
• Prepare monthly HSE performance reports and present key safety metrics to project management.
• Lead a team of Safety Officers, Safety Supervisors, and HSE Engineers to ensure effective site safety management.

Education Qualification

• Academic Qualification:
  B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional Qualification:
  ADIS/PDIS from RLI/CLI or M.E./M.Tech in Industrial Safety from a recognized institution.