Lead - Projects Safety

Adani Airport Holdings Ltd; Kamrup Metropolitan; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape across India, transforming airports into hubs of connectivity and service excellence. The Lead - Project Safety role ensures robust safety protocols and risk mitigation in civil construction, with audits, investigations, and training.

You will collaborate with heads of safety, management teams, and contractors to drive continuous improvements and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of construction safety management experience.
• Proven experience leading site safety audits and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement detailed safety plans for multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with national/international safety regulations and airport requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments for ongoing construction activities.
• Collaborate with construction teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead safety audits on sites and document violations.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses and implement corrective actions.
• Organize safety training for workers and stakeholders.
• Develop and monitor safety KPIs and report to senior management.

Skills

Safety management

Risk assessment

Safety audits

Training

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

NEBOSH certification

OHS/Project Safety Management certification

Job description

About Business

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Airports Holding Limited

Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape, transforming airports into dynamic hubs of connectivity, innovation, and service excellence. By prioritizing passenger experience, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, and enhancing operational efficiency, we are redefining airport infrastructure across India. Our vision is to create world-class airports that serve as gateways to regional development and global connectivity, positioning Adani Airports as a leader in the aviation sector with a focus on sustainable growth and community impact.

Job Purpose

Lead - Project Safety is responsible for ensuring robust safety protocols and risk mitigation strategies are implemented and adhered to in all civil construction activities. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting regular safety audits, and enhancing safety awareness across all project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement detailed safety plans tailored to individual projects across the function.
• Ensure all project safety plans align with national and international safety regulations, and airport-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments for all ongoing construction activities to identify potential hazards.
• Collaborate with the construction team to implement effective mitigation strategies to minimize risks during project execution.
• Perform regular safety audits on construction sites to ensure compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
• Document any safety violations and work closely with site teams to ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, or near-miss situations, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Implement corrective actions based on findings and track their effectiveness in preventing future occurrences.
• Organize regular safety training programs for construction workers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Promote a safety-conscious culture by continuously educating teams on updated safety procedures and emergency responses.
• Develop and monitor safety performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of safety programs.
• Provide regular safety performance reports to senior management and recommend improvements to enhance project safety.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

• Head - Project Safety
• Project Management Team
• Health & Safety Department
• Compliance Team
• Engineering Team

Key Stakeholders - External

• Regulatory Authorities (DGCA, AERA)
• Contractors and Subcontractors
• Local Communities
• Government Safety Inspectors

Qualifications

• Education Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Additional certifications in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), NEBOSH, or Project Safety Management are preferred.
• Work Experience: 12+ years of experience in construction safety management, particularly in large-scale infrastructure or aviation-related projects.
• Proven experience in leading site safety audits, risk assessments, and implementing safety improvement initiatives.