Safety Officer

NASH group; Pune District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

NASH group in Pune District, India, is seeking a Safety Officer to ensure compliance with the Factories Act, conduct safety inspections, and implement EHS policies. The role includes training, mock drills, incident investigations, and monitoring of electrical safety and fire protection systems.

The candidate should have an Engineering background with ADIS/PDIS and extensive experience in automotive/manufacturing safety, with strong leadership and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or related field).
• Mandatory Advanced Diploma/Post Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS) from a recognized institute.
• 38 years of experience as a Safety Officer in an automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Sound knowledge of the Factories Act, Maharashtra Factories Rules, Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions (OSH) Code, and other EHS regulations.
• Experience in conducting HIRA, JSA, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and mock drills.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience in handling customer EHS audits and statutory inspections.
• Good knowledge of fire protection systems, electrical safety, machine guarding, LOTO, confined space, work at height, and hot work permit systems.
• Strong communication, training, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and preparation of statutory reports and EHS documentation.
• Experience in an automotive sheet metal manufacturing plant will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, Maharashtra Factories Rules, and all applicable EHS regulations.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Implement and monitor the company's EHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Conduct safety induction and periodic training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Organize mock drills for fire, emergency response, and evacuation as per the emergency preparedness plan.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure proper usage of PPE and monitor compliance across all departments.
• Carry out risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Monitor contractor safety compliance and issue work permits for high-risk activities.
• Ensure statutory inspections and maintenance of fire protection systems, emergency equipment, and safety devices.
• Maintain all statutory safety records, registers, reports, and legal documentation.
• Coordinate internal, customer, and statutory EHS audits and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Promote a strong safety culture through awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and safety committee meetings.
• Monitor hazardous waste handling, chemical storage, and environmental compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve zero accidents and improve overall safety performance.

Skills

Safety leadership

Strong communication

Training & development

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Engineering diploma/degree

Advanced Diploma/Post Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Factories Act, Maharashtra Factories Rules, and all applicable EHS regulations.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Implement and monitor the company's EHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Conduct safety induction and periodic training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Organize mock drills for fire, emergency response, and evacuation as per the emergency preparedness plan.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure proper usage of PPE and monitor compliance across all departments.
• Carry out risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Monitor contractor safety compliance and issue work permits for high-risk activities.
• Ensure statutory inspections and maintenance of fire protection systems, emergency equipment, and safety devices.
• Maintain all statutory safety records, registers, reports, and legal documentation.
• Coordinate internal, customer, and statutory EHS audits and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Promote a strong safety culture through awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and safety committee meetings.
• Monitor hazardous waste handling, chemical storage, and environmental compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve zero accidents and improve overall safety performance.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or related field).
• Mandatory Advanced Diploma/Post Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS/PDIS) from a recognized institute.
• 38 years of experience as a Safety Officer in an automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Sound knowledge of the Factories Act, Maharashtra Factories Rules, Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions (OSH) Code, and other applicable EHS regulations.
• Experience in conducting HIRA, JSA, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and mock drills.
• Familiarity with ISO 1401 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience in handling customer EHS audits and statutory inspections.
• Good knowledge of fire protection systems, electrical safety, machine guarding, LOTO, confined space, work at height, and hot work permit systems.
• Strong communication, training, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and preparation of statutory reports and EHS documentation.
• Experience in an automotive sheet metal manufacturing plant will be preferred.