Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead implementation of plant-level HSE strategy aligned with corporate directives.
• Drive Green Pathway implementation to enhance safety maturity.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement and behavior-based safety initiatives.

Safety Performance & KPIs

• Own and drive reduction in Reportable Incident Rate (RIR).
• Implement and scale Hazards Made Safe (HMS) initiatives across the plant.
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators and ensure timely corrective actions.

Contractor Safety Management

• Implement and strengthen the Contractor Workmen Safety Program.
• Ensure 100% compliance of contractor Safety Passport system, onboarding, and training.
• Conduct contractor safety audits and performance reviews.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Lead risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Factories Act, Pollution norms, etc.) and internal standards.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and support audits/inspections.

Incident Management

• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
• Share learnings and best practices across locations.

Training & Capability Building

• Develop and implement HSE training programs for employees and contractors.
• Build competency across all levels for safe operations.

Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure readiness through fire safety systems, mock drills, and emergency response infrastructure.

KPIs / KRAs

• Reportable Incident Rate (RIR): < 3.5
• HMS (Hazards Made Safe): Minimum 4 per employee per year
• Contractor Workmen Safety Program: 100% Safety Passport compliance
• Green Pathway Implementation:  50% by 2026 & 90% by 2027

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering / Science
• Diploma in Industrial Safety (mandatory)
• 8–12 years of HSE experience in manufacturing

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management
• Data-driven safety performance management (RIR, HMS)
• Contractor safety expertise
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 systems
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills