Head Safety

Larsen & Toubro; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in India invites applications for Head of Safety to lead HSE across green hydrogen operations, driving strategy, governance, and compliance with international standards. You will oversee safety teams, manage risk, and partner with executives to shape a proactive zero-incident culture.

The role covers design, commissioning, and operation of hydrogen facilities, regulatory engagement, training, and incident response planning, with a focus on safety performance and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience leading HSE in large energy or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001, OSHA and hydrogen safety codes.
• Proven ability to develop and implement safety strategies and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the HSE strategy for green hydrogen operations.
• Lead the HSE team across sites and projects.
• Ensure compliance with national and international safety regulations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

HSE strategy development

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment & HAZOP

Safety program development

Tools

ISO 45001

HAZOP studies

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.

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.

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.

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.

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