Deputy Manager - Projects Safety

Adani Group; Mundra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group in Mundra, Gujarat seeks a Deputy Manager - EHS to lead safety initiatives across project activities, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company standards. You will supervise safety personnel, monitor contractor safety, and promote a strong safety culture.

The role emphasizes conducting JSA, HIRA, risk assessments and managing high-risk work permits, with a focus on incident prevention, training, and effective EHS reporting to management.

Qualifications

• Essential - BE/BTech in Engineering or Diploma in Industrial Safety.
• NEBOSH IGC or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience in large construction, infra, manufacturing or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate EHS management across project activities.
• Implement and monitor the Project EHS Management Plan.
• Ensure compliance with legal, statutory, client and organizational EHS requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety assessments; close corrective actions.
• Prepare and review high-risk work permits (e.g., Work at Height, Hot Work, Confined Space).
• Lead JSA, HIRA, and Method Statement reviews; carry out contractor safety management.
• Facilitate safety inductions and training; monitor contractor safety teams.

Skills

EHS Monitoring & Reporting

Contractor Safety Management

Safety Management

Education

BE/BTech in Engineering

Diploma in Industrial Safety / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety

NEBOSH IGC or equivalent certification

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• To support the implementation and continual improvement of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) management systems across project activities by ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, company standards, and best industry practices.
• The Deputy Manager - EHS shall lead safety initiatives, supervise safety personnel, monitor contractor compliance, and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Safety Management - Implement and monitor the Project EHS Management Plan.
• - Ensure compliance with applicable legal, statutory, client, and organizational EHS requirements.
• - Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety assessments to identify unsafe acts and conditions.
• - Monitor implementation of risk control measures and ensure closure of corrective actions.
• - Lead and participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA), and Method Statement reviews.
• - Review and approve high-risk work permits including: - Work at Height - Hot Work - Confined Space Entry - Lifting Operations - Excavation Activities - Electrical Isolation (LOTO) Contractor Safety Management - Ensure contractors and subcontractors comply with project EHS requirements.
• - Conduct contractor safety performance evaluations.
• - Facilitate safety induction and awareness programs for contractor personnel.
• - Monitor deployment and effectiveness of contractor safety teams.
• - Coordinate safety meetings with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Incident Prevention & Investigation - Report, investigate, and analyze incidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, and property damage cases.
• - Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• - Share incident learnings across departments and contractor workforces.
• - Maintain incident statistics and trend analysis.
• Training & Awareness - Plan and conduct induction training, toolbox talks, refresher training, and safety campaigns.
• - Identify training needs for employees and contractors.
• - Organize observance programs such as: - National Safety Day/Month - Fire Safety Week - Environment Day - Road Safety Campaigns - Mentor and guide Safety Officers, Supervisors, and Safety Stewards.
• Emergency Preparedness - Coordinate emergency response planning and mock drills.
• - Ensure availability and readiness of firefighting equipment and emergency resources.
• - Review emergency response procedures and evacuation plans.
• - Coordinate with emergency response teams during incidents.
• EHS Monitoring & Reporting - Develop and maintain EHS performance dashboards.
• - Prepare weekly and monthly EHS reports for management review.
• - Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including: - LTIFR - TRIR - Near Miss Reporting - Safety Observations - Training Compliance - Audit Closure Status - Present EHS performance during management review meetings.
• Environmental Management - Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions.
• - Ensure proper management of waste, hazardous materials, and pollution control measures.
• - Monitor air, noise, water, and waste management practices.
• - Promote sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives.
• Compliance & Documentation - Ensure compliance with: - Factories Act - BOCW Act & Rules - Gujarat Factory Rules - Environmental Regulations - National Building Code (NBC) - Company EHS Standards - Maintain statutory records, registers, and licenses related to EHS.
• Coordinate with government authorities and auditors during inspections

Technical Competencies

• EHS Monitoring & Reporting
• Contractor Safety Management
• Safety Management

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential - B.
• E.
• /B.
• Tech.
• in Engineering & Diploma in Industrial Safety / Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety.
• (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical/Industrial) Additional Qualification - NEBOSH IGC or equivalent certification (preferred).
• Experience - Minimum 8-12 years of experience in EHS management in large construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial projects.
• Experience in handling multi-contractor work environments.