Deputy Manager - Safety

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd.; Jaipur; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd. is seeking a Fire & Safety Leader to oversee shift-wise safety operations in a manufacturing environment.

The role includes maintaining firefighting systems, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with statutory safety regulations across plant premises. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of Fire Safety experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings, with a Graduate degree in Fire & Safety and additional ADIS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate with Degree/ Diploma Certification in Fire and Safety from a recognized university/ Institute.
• Additional Safety ADIS Certified.
• 5-8 years of experience in Fire Safety in Manufacturing or Warehouse Industries.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth functioning of shift-wise Fire & Safety operations.
• Maintain fire-fighting equipment and systems in ready-to-use condition.
• Conduct fire load assessments and upgrade protection systems.
• Monitor and reduce fire load within plant premises.
• Maintain compliance with OHSAS/ISO safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead safety induction, drills, and incident investigations.

Skills

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Fire & Safety Diploma

ADIS Certification

Job description

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• Ensure smooth functioning of shift-wise Fire & Safety operations.
• Maintain all fire-fighting equipment and systems in a ready-to-use condition at all times.
• Conduct fire load assessments and drive upgradation of fire protection systems.
• Monitor and actively reduce fire load within plant premises.
• Ensure proper maintenance (AMC) and timely calibration of all fire safety equipment.

Compliance & Certifications

• Ensure adherence to OHSAS/ISO standards and all applicable statutory safety regulations.
• Manage licenses and statutory approvals related to fire and safety.
• Liaise with external agencies such as Fire Department and regulatory bodies.

Risk Management & Safety Systems

• Conduct risk assessments across operations to identify hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) systems for maintenance and operational activities.
• Drive Management of Change (MoC) processes for any safety-impacting changes.
• Develop and update Safety Operating Procedures (SOPs) aligned with best practices.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain MIS reports and provide regular updates to management on safety performance and risks.
• Track and analyze safety KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Build and manage a trained team of fire wardens/firefighters for emergency response.
• Conduct periodic mock drills and emergency preparedness exercises.
• Deliver safety induction and training programs for employees and contractor workforce.
• Drive continuous awareness initiatives including Fire & Safety Week and campaigns.

Audits & Inspections

• Carry out regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with internal and statutory requirements.
• Identify gaps and ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support project teams in installation and commissioning of advanced fire-fighting systems.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to embed safety in daily activities.
• Contribute to environmental and sustainability initiatives (energy, waste, water reduction).

Preferred Industries

Auto / Auto Equipment

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Education Qualification

• Graduate with Degree/ Diploma Certification in Fire and Safety from recognized university/ Institute.
• Additional Safety ADIS Certified.

General Experience

5 - 8years of experience in Fire Safety in Manufacturing or Warehouse Industries.

Critical Experience

• Firefighting, Emergency Management, Liaison with Govt Agencies, Team Management, Training & Development
• Equipment Management, Compliance Management, Fire Safety & Risk Management, Safety Management
• Record Maintenance

System Generated Core Skills

SAP

Microsoft Office

System Generated Secondary Skills

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