Quality Head

Keka Inc.; Sitapur; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. in Sitapur, India, seeks Head – Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC) to lead HSE across solar PV projects.

You will manage health, safety, and environmental programs, ensure compliance with laws, client requirements, and company policies while fostering a strong safety culture at multiple sites. You will develop HSE management systems, conduct risk assessments, JSA, SWMS, training, and audits; lead site safety teams, coordinate with clients and regulators; drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Engineering, OH&S, Environmental Science or related field.
• Professional certification in Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA or equivalent).
• 8–15 years HSE experience, with at least 5 years in solar, power, infrastructure, or industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and renewable energy risks.
• Experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and HSE auditing.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the HSE Management System for projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, client requirements, and company policies.
• Prepare and review HSE plans, risk assessments, JSA, SWMS, and emergency plans.
• Lead site safety teams and coordinate HSE activities across locations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety observations to identify hazards.
• Monitor high-risk activities (height work, lifting, excavation, electrical, confined space, hot work).
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure PPE availability and proper use; conduct inductions and drills.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and contractors on HSE matters.
• Maintain HSE records, documentation, and performance metrics.
• Promote proactive safety culture through engagement and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

HSE reporting

MS Office

Training skills

Problem solving

Regulatory awareness

Education

Engineering/OH&S/Environmental Science degree

Tools

HSE reporting systems

Job description

Designation: Head – Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)

Department: Quality – Projects / Engineering

Reporting Manager: Project Director / Head – Projects / General Manager – Quality

Job Summary

The Safety Head is responsible for leading and managing all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) activities for solar PV projects. The role ensures compliance with applicable laws, client requirements, company HSE policies, and international safety standards while fostering a strong safety culture across all project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the project Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management System.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, client HSE requirements, and company safety policies.
• Prepare and review project-specific HSE plans, risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), and emergency response plans.
• Lead site safety teams and coordinate HSE activities across multiple project locations.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations to identify and eliminate hazards.
• Monitor high-risk activities, including work at height, lifting operations, excavation, electrical work, confined space entry, and hot work.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure availability and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, training programs, and emergency drills for employees and contractors.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, regulatory authorities, and subcontractors on HSE matters.
• Monitor environmental compliance, including waste management, spill prevention, dust control, and pollution prevention measures.
• Maintain HSE records, statutory documentation, inspection reports, incident reports, and safety performance metrics.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, awareness campaigns, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent).
• 8–15 years of HSE experience, with at least 5 years in solar, power, infrastructure, or industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations, electrical safety, and renewable energy project risks.
• Experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and HSE auditing.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing HSE for utility-scale solar EPC projects.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary HSE teams across multiple project sites.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and training skills.
• Experience working with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Zero fatalities and reduction in Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR).
• Achievement of project HSE targets and regulatory compliance.
• Timely closure of safety observations, audit findings, and corrective actions.
• Completion of mandatory HSE training and emergency drills.
• Reduction in near misses, unsafe acts, and environmental incidents.
• Positive client HSE audit results and successful project safety performance.