Factory Medical Officer+ jobs

The Health & Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe, healthy, and legally compliant workplace within the factory. The role involves implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with the Factories Act and Karnataka Factory Rules, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and audits of factory operations.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor compliance with safe work practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

2. Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, 1948, Karnataka Factories Rules, fire safety regulations, and other applicable laws.
• Maintain statutory records, permits, licenses, and safety documentation.
• Coordinate with Factory Inspectorate, Fire Department, and other regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.

3. Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and workplace risk assessments.
• Recommend engineering and administrative controls to reduce workplace risks.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as confined space entry, hot work, working at height, and lifting operations.

4. Incident Investigation

• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and occupational illnesses.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare incident reports and submit statutory reports where required.

5. Training & Awareness

• Conduct safety induction programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Organize toolbox talks, mock drills, safety campaigns, and emergency response training.
• Promote safety awareness and employee participation in safety initiatives.
• .Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

6. Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans.
• Coordinate fire drills, evacuation exercises, and first-aid preparedness.
• Ensure firefighting equipment and emergency systems are maintained and functional.

7. PPE & Occupational Health

• Ensure proper selection, distribution, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Monitor workplace health conditions, ergonomics, and occupational hygiene standards.
• Coordinate periodic medical examinations and health surveillance programs where applicable.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Industrial Safety, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Diploma in Industrial Safety (DIS), Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS), NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Factories Act, Karnataka Factory Rules, ISO 45001, and EHS management systems.

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, automotive, pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial operations.
• Experience in safety audits, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance preferred.

Key Skills

• Safety audits and inspections
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Accident investigation and root cause analysis
• Emergency response planning
• Fire safety management
• Training and communication skills
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and EHS systems
• Report writing and documentation
• Leadership and problem-solving skills

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• What is your current CTC? (Must be answered)
• Are you comfortable to commute Attibele Mon-Sat? (Must be answered)
• Can you join immediate? If not, what is your notice period? (Must be answered)

Experience:

• EHS: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Kannada (Required)

Work Location: In person