Manager - Fire & Safety

Adani Group; Godda; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group seeks a Section Head Safety to lead safety across the station, planning and enforcing safety standards, training staff and contractors, and driving continuous improvement. You will identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with multiple departments and external stakeholders.

The role requires extensive experience in safety management within power or heavy industry, strong leadership, and a track record of implementing safety

Qualifications

• Educational background in engineering or science with safety focus.
• 15+ years of fire safety management experience in power/ heavy industry.
• Experience leading safety training, audits, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement station safety programs and awareness.
• Organize safety induction and training for staff and contractors.
• Lead safety drills, audits, and meetings across facilities.
• Ensure PPE compliance and hazard identification with risk controls.
• Mentor safety team and coordinate with CSR and EIC for safety culture.

Skills

Budget management

Compliance training

Regulatory assurance

Corporate sustainability

Emergency response

Equipment inspection

Hazard management

Occupational health

Process optimization

Risk assessment

Education

B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc.

Job description

Purpose/Objective

Section Head Safety is responsible for safety related aspects of the entire station through proper planning and ensuring safety awareness. This role is responsible for identifying hazards and risks in the assigned area, ensuring a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Section Head Safety Safety Training and Awareness: Plan and ensure safety of the station by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards.


• Organize safety induction training and vertigo tests for new staff and agency workers.


• Plan and organize mass safety awareness programs, such as Safety Mela, Weekly MTBT, etc.


• Train the Trainer for various safety standards and ensure the dissemination of safety knowledge across the organization.


• Coordinate with the CSR Department to raise safety awareness in the nearby community.


• Monitor and ensure the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during jobs.


• Participate in Mock Drills to ensure preparedness for emergency situations.


• Safety Audits and Meetings: Conduct internal audits at BTG, DM Plant, CW Pump house, Switch Yard to assess and improve safety practices.


• Participate in OH&S Committee, Contractor Safety Meeting, Attend PIC meet meetings, and subcommittee safety interaction monthly.


• Review method statements on-site submitted by agencies for critical activities in the assigned area.


• Act as a Sub Zone leader for 5S and AWMS, conducting audits in the department, imparting training, and participating in National Quality Circle.


• Safety Planning and overall management: Oversee the safety department's budget, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of resources.


• Review contractual documents of agencies to identify safety requirements and financial implications.


• Prepare a safety activity monthly plan and contribute to the preparation of the monthly MIS report for submission to HO.


• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) and determine control measures for critical and non-critical activities of concerned agencies.


• Maintain and develop the Safety Model Room and ensure it serves as an effective training and demonstration area.


• Review and update safety standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regularly.


• Business Sustainability: Identify hazards and risks in the assigned area and ensure compliance with the help of the Engineer in Charge (EIC).


• Ensure adherence to IMS, AWMS, DISHA and CHETNA guidelines within the department.


• Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment through proper training and adherence to safety protocols.


• Monitor compliance with environmental and safety regulations to maintain business continuity and reduce legal risks.


• Identify and develop new unique safety practices to enhance the safety culture.


• Digitization and Automation: Lead and execute comprehensive digitization strategies to optimize operational efficiency.


• Innovate and implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals/strategy.


• Review and implement process and system improvements, adopting newer technologies and innovative ideas.


• People and Team Engagement: Participate in the recruitment process to attract and retain skilled personnel for the safety team.


• Drive and enhance employee engagement across the team to sustain a positive workplace culture.


• Lead, inspire, and mentor the team to foster a high-performance culture and ensure cross-skilling through job rotation, technical, and behavioural training.


• Ensure proper succession planning in the team.


• Foster a conducive environment for high employee retention by ensuring team satisfaction and professional development.


• Key Stakeholders - Internal: All departments Key Stakeholders - External: Audit agencies

Technical Competencies

• Budget Management-APL


• Compliance Training-APL


• Compliance, Safety, and Regulatory Assurance-APL


• Corporate Sustainability-APL


• Emergency Response-APL


• Equipment Inspection-APL


• Hazard Management-APL


• Occupational Health-APL


• Process Optimization-APL


• Risk Assessment & Mitigation-APL

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification: B.


• Tech/BE/BSc.


• (preferably in Fire Safety or Chemical Engineering) or Advanced/Post Diploma in Industrial Safety or related field.


• Work Experience (Range of years): 15+ years of experience in fire safety management and operations within the power or heavy industry sector.


• Preferred Industry: Power Generation or Energy sector