Safety Manager - Metro/Rail

Le Human Resources Solutions; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Human Resources Solutions in Chennai seeks a Safety Manager for Metro/Rail projects to lead EHS programs and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires 12–25 years of experience, including 8+ years in Metro, and a strong educational background in engineering and safety qualifications.

The candidate will drive risk assessments, emergency planning, training, and subcontractor oversight, ensuring adherence to ISO 14001/45001 and local laws. Chennai-based role with high responsibility.

Qualifications

• BE/B Tech (any stream) with environmental qualification at diploma or degree level.
• Health & Safety qualification recognized by local authorities mandatory.
• Experience in Metro/Rail projects is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Drive EHS performance and compliance across projects.
• Conduct and monitor EHS risk assessments and implement mitigation actions.
• Prepare and maintain Emergency Response Plans.
• Monitor subcontractors and ensure EHS compliance.
• Implement EHS training, awareness and communication programs.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and local statutory requirements.
• Deploy EHS standards, tools and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Railway/Metro projects

EHS regulatory knowledge (India)

Education

BE/B Tech (any stream) + Environmental qualification at diploma or degree level

Health & Safety qualification recognized by local authorities

Job description

Role - Safety Manager -Metro/Rail

Location: Chennai
Experience: 12-25 Years (8+ years in Metro).

Qualification -

• BE/B Tech (any stream) +Environmental qualification at diploma or degree level
• Health & Safety qualification recognized by local authorities Mandatory

Mandatory Skills -

• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 & ISO 45001.
• Good understanding of Indian/local EHS legal and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in railway/Metro projects is mandatory

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive EHS performance and compliance across projects.
• Conduct and monitor EHS risk assessments and implement mitigation actions.
• Prepare and maintain Emergency Response Plans.
• Monitor subcontractors and ensure EHS compliance.
• Implement EHS training, awareness and communication programs.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and local statutory requirements.
• Deploy EHS standards, tools and continuous improvement initiatives.

Note - Only female candidate is applicable