Safety Officer

SMBT is seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Officer to ensure a safe and compliant working environment across the hospital and medical college. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing safety policies, conducting inspections and audits, ensuring statutory compliance, and promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with hospital safety standards, fire safety regulations, and all applicable statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Monitor workplace safety practices, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and infection control measures.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-miss events, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Plan, organize, and conduct fire drills, mock drills, and emergency preparedness training programs.
• Coordinate with the Fire Department and other regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements.
• Maintain safety documentation, inspection reports, licenses, permits, and statutory records.
• Conduct safety induction programs and awareness sessions for employees, students, and contractors.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of biomedical waste in coordination with relevant departments.
• Promote continuous improvement in safety standards and foster a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Required Skills

• Fire Safety Management
• Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
• Safety Audits & Inspections
• Incident & Accident Investigation
• Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
• Emergency Response Planning
• Fire Drill & Mock Drill Coordination
• PPE Compliance Monitoring
• Infection Control Practices
• Biomedical Waste Management
• Documentation & Record Management
• Safety Training & Awareness Programs
• Team Coordination & Communication

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Fire & Safety, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• Additional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or Fire Safety Certification will be an added advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 3-8 years of experience in a Safety Officer role, preferably in a hospital, healthcare, medical college, or industrial environment.
• Sound knowledge of fire safety regulations, occupational health and safety standards, and statutory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate workplace risks.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and training skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal departments and external regulatory agencies.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe working environment.

Why Join SMBT?

• Opportunity to work with a reputed healthcare and medical education institution.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Exposure to hospital safety management and regulatory compliance.
• Career growth opportunities in occupational health and safety.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career stability.