Chief Manager - Safety

Company: Anup Engineering Limited Position: Safety Lead Location: Odhav, Ahmedabad Experience: 15+ Years Industry: Heavy Engineering / Fabrication / Process Equipment Manufacturing Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Safety Lead to oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) activities at our manufacturing facility. The role involves ensuring statutory compliance, implementing safety procedures, managing workplace hazards, conducting audits and training, and promoting a strong safety culture across fabrication and manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities 1. HSE Legal & Statutory Compliance • Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental, and statutory regulations. • Liaise with the Pollution Control Board and other relevant government authorities. • Coordinate internal and external safety audits, including ISO 45001/OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 requirements. 2. Hazard Identification & Risk Management • Conduct hazard analysis, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and risk assessments for manufacturing and fabrication activities. • Identify unsafe conditions and practices through regular workplace inspections and recommend corrective actions. • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, maintain records, and implement preventive measures. • Develop and implement safety procedures to mitigate risks associated with fabrication and heavy engineering operations. 3. Workplace Safety & Permit Management • Implement and monitor the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system for hot work, work at height, lifting operations, excavation, and confined-space activities. • Inspect PPE, lifting tools and tackles, scaffolding, electrical equipment, and other safety-critical equipment. • Ensure the availability and proper use of PPE, first-aid facilities, fire protection equipment, and emergency response systems. • Monitor safe working practices across shop-floor manufacturing, fabrication, and material-handling operations. 4. Training & Safety Awareness • Conduct EHS induction training, toolbox talks, mock drills, and regular safety awareness programmes. • Organize safety campaigns and events such as National Safety Day, Fire Service Day, and World Environment Day. • Drive employee participation in safety initiatives, including near-miss reporting and other safety improvement programmes. 5. Reporting & Safety Governance • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly safety observation reports, accident statistics, and compliance reports. • Conduct monthly safety committee meetings and track corrective and preventive actions. • Monitor safety performance indicators and recommend improvements to reduce workplace incidents. 6. Client Coordination & Communication • Coordinate with clients, auditors, contractors, and statutory authorities on safety-related matters. • Prepare and deliver safety presentations, audit reports, and compliance updates. • Communicate safety requirements effectively to employees, contractors, and management. Required Qualifications • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or a related discipline. • Professional qualification in Industrial Safety, such as PDIS/ADIS, as applicable to statutory requirements. Required Experience & Skills • 15+ years of experience in HSE/Safety, preferably in heavy engineering, pressure vessel manufacturing, fabrication, or process equipment industries. • Strong understanding of fabrication processes and associated workplace hazards. • Hands-on experience in risk assessment, accident investigation, PTW systems, safety audits, and statutory compliance. • Experience in managing shop-floor safety, contractor safety, and emergency preparedness. • Strong client-handling, presentation, report-writing, and English communication skills. Preferred Candidate Profile A proactive safety professional with strong leadership skills, the ability to influence shop-floor teams, and proven experience in implementing safety standards within a heavy engineering or fabrication manufacturing environment. Department: Support - Odhav Experience: 15 - 20 Years