JOB DESCRIPTION

Manager – Project Safety

1. Position Details

2. Purpose of the Position

To advise, coordinate, and support Project Management in implementing effective health and safety systems, preventing injuries, ensuring statutory compliance, managing risks, and promoting safe working practices across project activities.

3. Organization Structure

• Reports To: GM (Safety & Fire Services)
• Peers: Safety Officers
• Positions Reporting To: Outsourced / Contract Safety Supervisors
• Organization Chart: To be attached as Annexure.

4. Key Result Areas (KRAs)

5. Critical Tasks

• Reduce injury incidents.
• Conduct employee safety training.
• Carry out safety audits and inspections.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions.
• Implement Kaizen and SAM initiatives.

6. Decision-Making Authority

• Coordinate fire emergency response and mobilize resources within delegated authority.
• Initiate or recommend immediate measures to control unsafe conditions.
• Identify root causes of fire incidents and recommend preventive actions.
• Communicate emergencies promptly to senior management and the Emergency Control Room.
• Recommend stoppage of unsafe activities as per established procedures and delegated authority.

7. Educational Qualifications and Experience

Academic Qualification

• BE or Diploma in any branch of Engineering.

Professional Qualification

• Post Diploma in Industrial Safety from RLI, CLI, or a government-recognized institute.

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of Project Safety experience in the steel, cement, or aluminium industries.

8. Competencies

• Accident and incident investigation.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of safety legislation, Acts, and Rules.
• Safety auditing and inspection.
• Emergency response and root cause analysis.
• Public speaking and communication.

9. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to coordinate with teams and implement improvements.

10. Working Relationships

Internal

External

11. Key Success Factors and Challenges

• Managing human behaviour and promoting safe work practices.
• Ensuring safety of unskilled manpower.
• Managing risks during unplanned breakdowns and non-routine activities.

12. Other Responsibilities

Perform any other duties assigned by management in line with organizational requirements.