State Institute of Medical Education Technology jobs

Overview:

Main purpose: -

• To act as chief safety officer as per statutory requirement
• To develop, implement and maintain environmental, health and safety programs to ensure compliance with legal regulations and company standards. The role focuses on risk reduction, incident prevention, and fostering a strong safety culture across the organization.
• To ensure all statutory documents and safety practices are in line with Factories Act 1948, West Bengal Factory Rules 1958, CPCB and SPCB Mandates.

Responsibilities:

• Duties of Chief Safety Officers as stipulated under The West Bengal Factories (Safety Officers) Rules, 1978

• The duties of a Safety Officer shall be to advise and assist the factory management in the fulfilment of obligations, statutory or otherwise, concerning prevention of personal injuries and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Without prejudice to the generality of the provisions of sub-rule (1), such duties may include -

• Health & Safety Management
• Develop and implement GEHSMS (Global Environment Health & Safety Management System) policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA/JSA/AI) and implement control measures.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure root cause analysis.
• Drive safety initiatives such as behavior-based safety (BBS), safety campaigns, and audits, EHS digitization for site

• Environmental Compliance
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws (air, water, waste management).
• Monitor emissions, effluents, and waste disposal practices.
• Manage sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives.
• Maintain environmental documentation and statutory records.

• Audits & Inspections
• Conduct internal EHS audits and coordinate external audits.
• Ensure closure of audit findings within timelines.
• Perform workplace inspections and compliance checks.

• Training & Awareness
• Design, develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors.
• Promote safety awareness and continuous improvement culture.
• Ensure competency development for critical EHS roles.

• Emergency Preparedness
• Create and maintain emergency response plans (ERP).
• Conduct mock drills (fire, chemical spill, evacuation).
• Coordinate with local authorities and emergency services.

• Fire Prevention

• Establish and maintain robust fire safety and emergency management systems, including upkeep of fire detection/protection equipment, identification of potential emergencies, and regular mock drills to ensure system effectiveness.
• Support and coordinate FM Global compliance activities by tracking HPR scores, facilitating audits, and implementing action plans.

• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain EHS records, reports, and dashboards.
• Track KPIs such as RIR, LTIR, near-miss/Hazard reporting, etc.
• Submit statutory reports to regulatory bodies.

• Contractor Safety Management
• Ensure contractor compliance with EHS standards.
• Conduct safety inductions and permit-to-work (PTW) monitoring.

Qualifications:

Qualifications under The West Bengal Factories (Safety Officers) Rules, 1978

(a) possesses a degree of a recognized University or its equivalent in any branch of engineering or technology with two years experience in a position of supervision or management in a factory in either the production or the maintenance or the safety department, or

a degree of recognized University in Physics and Chemistry with five years' experience in a position of supervision, or management in a factory in either the production or the maintenance or the safety department, or

a diploma in any branch of engineering or technology recognized by the State Government with five years experience in a position of supervision or management in a factory in either the production or the maintenance or the safety department;

(b) possesses a degree or diploma or certificate in industrial safety recognized by the State Government;

(c) has thorough knowledge of Bengali acquired through an institution under a Board of Secondary Education or affiliated to a University or recognized by the State Government;

(d) has qualified at a viva voce test conducted by a Board constituted by the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal, for the purpose;

(e) can speak Hindi; and

(f) is not less than 23 years of age

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Environmental Science (preferred)
• Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety (preferred)

Experience

• 10-12 years of experience in relevant industry

Certifications (Preferred):

• Regional Labour Institutes (RLI) Certified (Mandotory)
• NEBOSH / IOSH / ISO 45001 Lead Auditor / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

Key Skills

• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and standards
• Risk assessment & incident investigation expertise
• Audit and compliance management

• Leadership and stakeholder management
• Excellent communication and training skills

Behavioral Competencies

• Safety-first mindset
• Proactive problem-solving
• Influencing and leadership skills
• Collaborative