Head Safety

LT-Larsen & Toubro; Vadodara; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

LT-Larsen & Toubro in Vadodara seeks a Head of Safety to lead the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of all health, safety, and environmental policies across the green hydrogen value chain, including production, storage, transport, and distribution.

You will champion a zero-incident culture, drive risk assessments and safety training, ensure compliance with ISO 45001, OSHA, NFPA 2 and IEC 60079, and partner with leadership to strengthen process safety management across projects.

Job description

The Head of Safety is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of all health and safety policies and procedures across the green hydrogen value chain- including production, storage, transportation, and distribution. This role ensures that all operations are conducted in compliance with international safety standards and regulations, while fostering a proactive safety culture across the organization.

1. Strategy & Leadership

Develop and implement the company's HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) strategy specific to green hydrogen production and handling.

Lead and manage the HSE team across all business units and project sites.

Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership on safety risks, performance, and compliance.

2. Safety Management & Compliance

Ensure compliance with national and international safety regulations, including ISO 45001, OSHA, and hydrogen-specific codes (e.g., NFPA 2, IEC 60079).

Establish and monitor KPIs for safety performance, reporting regularly to leadership and regulatory bodies.

Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies for hydrogen facilities and projects.

3. Operations & Project Support

Support the design, commissioning, and operation of green hydrogen facilities with robust safety frameworks.

Oversee Process Safety Management (PSM) for hydrogen production technologies such as electrolysis, compression, and storage.

Develop emergency response plans and drills tailored to hydrogen related incidents

4Culture & Training

Promote a zero-incident safety culture throughout the organization.

Lead training programs and safety inductions for all levels of staff, contractors, and partners.

Implement Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs to encourage safe work practices.

5. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

Liaise with external stakeholders including government agencies, environmental groups, and local communities on safety matters.

Prepare and manage all required safety documentation and permits