Job Description

Job Title:

Health and Safety Officer

Location:

SIPCOT Industrial Growth Centre, Perundurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Industry:

Textile (Wet Processing Unit with ZLD System)

Work Type:

Full-Time | On-site

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive

Health and Safety Officer

to oversee and manage all aspects of occupational health and safety in a

TQM (Total Quality Management) certified textile wet processing plant

. The candidate will ensure compliance with statutory safety norms, handle environment and safety protocols related to

Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)

operations, and work in coordination with departments using

SAP-based systems

.

Key Responsibilities:1. Compliance & Safety Management

Ensure adherence to

Tamil Nadu Factories Rules

,

BIS norms

, and

MoEF&CC/ZLD guidelines

. Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections in line with TQM practices. Develop, implement, and maintain EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) policies. Maintain all statutory documentation including Form 13, accident registers, MSDS, etc.

2. ZLD and Environmental Safety

Monitor safe handling, treatment, and disposal of effluents through the ZLD system. Ensure environmental safeguards are followed as per

TNPCB

and

CPCB

norms. Collaborate with environmental engineers and plant operators to prevent chemical hazards or leaks.

3. Training and Awareness

Conduct training sessions for employees and contract workers on fire safety, chemical handling, PPE usage, and emergency response. Promote safety awareness aligned with

ISO 14001

and

ISO 45001

systems, integrated with TQM practices.

4. Emergency Preparedness

Design and periodically test emergency evacuation plans and fire drills. Maintain first aid stations and coordinate with nearby medical facilities for occupational emergencies.

5. SAP & Reporting

Document incidents, inspections, and audit findings using

SAP EHSM (Environment, Health, and Safety Management)

modules. Generate regular reports and KPIs to senior management on safety performance.

Qualifications & Skills:Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science. Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety (recognized by DGFASLI/CLI).

Experience:

Minimum

3-5 years

of experience in a

textile or chemical processing unit

with ZLD and TQM environment. Familiarity with

SAP EHSM

, ZLD systems, and chemical safety is

mandatory

.

Key Skills:

Strong knowledge of occupational safety standards and textile industry risks. Experience with

root cause analysis (RCA)

and

corrective action planning (CAP)

. Good communication in

Tamil and English

.

Desirable:

Exposure to

Lean Manufacturing

,

Kaizen

, or

Six Sigma

is a plus. Experience working in SIPCOT or similar industrial clusters preferred.

Reporting To:

Factory Manager / EHS Head

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?25,000.00 - ?35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Life insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Schedule:

Rotational shift
Supplemental Pay:

Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 20/05/2025
Expected Start Date: 14/05/2025