Senior SHE Manager

Sigma Earth; India; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth is looking for a Safety Manager to oversee project safety, health, and environmental initiatives on elevated metro rail construction projects in India. You will develop and maintain safety plans, ensure compliance with health regulations, and conduct safety training.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and extensive experience in safety management within the construction industry. Strong leadership skills and the ability to foster a proactive safety culture are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of safety regulations and health standards.
• Experience in managing safety on large construction projects.
• Ability to conduct effective training and promote a safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Project Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Plan.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor key safety performance indicators and report on them.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and occupational health standards.

Skills

Safety Management

Occupational Health Management

Environmental Management

Regulatory Compliance

Training & Development

Education

Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science or Relevant Field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Plan in accordance with Metro Rail Safety Regulations, ISO 45001 standards, and organizational SHE policies.
• Ensure the safe execution of high-risk construction activities, including:
  • Working at heights (piers, pier caps, and U-girder erection)
  • Launching girder operations
  • Heavy lifting using cranes, gantries, and specialized lifting equipment
  • Traffic management for works on live roadways
  • Electrical systems and Overhead Equipment (OHE) installation activities
• Prepare, review, and approve Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Lead incident and accident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and report key safety performance indicators, including Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR), near misses, and leading safety metrics.

2. Occupational Health Management

• Develop and oversee occupational health and industrial hygiene programs for construction personnel.
• Coordinate periodic medical examinations, fitness-for-duty certifications, and health surveillance programs to monitor occupational illnesses.
• Implement controls to minimize worker exposure to dust, excessive noise, vibration, heat stress, and hazardous substances.
• Ensure adequate worker welfare facilities, including safe drinking water, sanitation, rest shelters, first-aid stations, and emergency medical support.

3. Environmental Management

• Implement and monitor the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for elevated metro rail construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations through effective management of:
  • Dust suppression and air quality control
  • Noise monitoring and mitigation
  • Construction and hazardous waste management
  • Water conservation and pollution prevention measures
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities to obtain environmental clearances, No Objection Certificates (NOCs), permits, and statutory approvals.
• Conduct environmental monitoring, maintain compliance records, and submit periodic reports to clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

4. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, including:
  • Factories Act
  • Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Act
  • Metro Rail Safety Regulations
  • Labour laws and other local statutory requirements
• Liaise with government agencies, labour authorities, safety inspectors, and metro rail authorities during inspections and compliance audits.
• Maintain statutory registers, permits, licenses, legal documentation, and regulatory records to support compliance obligations.

5. Training, Awareness, and Safety Culture

• Design, organize, and deliver SHE training programs for employees, engineers, supervisors, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct safety induction programs, toolbox talks, emergency response drills, and mock evacuation exercises to strengthen workforce preparedness.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) initiatives, employee engagement programs, and continuous awareness campaigns to improve safety performance across project sites.