Job Description

Role Definition

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The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring all safety measures at construction sites to ensure a safe, compliant, and accident-free working environment. The role involves daily supervision of safety practices, conducting safety trainings, ensuring proper use of protective equipment, maintaining compliance with statutory norms, and promoting a culture of safety among workers and contractors.

Responsibility Deliverable

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₹ Conduct regular inspections of work areas, equipment, and practices to identify potential hazards.

₹ Enforce the use of

safety gear

(helmet, safety shoes, gloves, jacket, harness, etc.) across the site.

₹ Maintain records of

safety equipment issuance and inspections

.

₹ Conduct safety inductions and periodic refresher trainings for all site personnel.

₹ Investigate and report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe acts.

₹ Issue warnings and impose penalties as per the safety policy for repeated violations.

₹ Coordinate with Site In-charge, Project Engineers, and Contractors for implementation of corrective actions.

₹ Promote safety awareness through daily toolbox talks and visual communication.

Tasks & Activities

Daily Site Safety Inspection

₹ Inspect site areas for unsafe practices, hazards, or violations.

₹ Check use and condition of safety equipment (helmets, gloves, boots, harness, etc.).

₹ Ensure all workers have received proper induction and PPE.

₹ Record observations in the

Daily Safety Logbook

.

Training & Awareness

₹ Conduct

Toolbox Talks

every morning before work begins.

₹ Train new workers on emergency procedures, PPE usage, and hazard awareness.

₹ Conduct refresher safety sessions weekly or monthly.

Incident Reporting & Investigation

₹ Report any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions immediately.

₹ Conduct investigation to determine cause and preventive measures.

₹ Maintain accident records and share findings with management.

Compliance & Documentation

₹ Maintain safety checklists, audit reports, and inspection registers.

₹ Ensure display of safety signages, emergency contact details, and first-aid information on site.

₹ Keep records of PPE distribution and usage in the

Safety Equipment Logbook

.

Coordination & Enforcement

₹ Coordinate with site supervisors, contractors, and laborers to maintain compliance.

₹ Issue

two warnings

before levying penalties for repeated safety violations.

₹ Support Site Head and Project Manager in implementing corrective actions.

Emergency Preparedness

₹ Ensure fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and evacuation routes are in place and accessible.

₹ Conduct periodic safety drills for fire and accident response.

₹ Liaise with local emergency services when necessary.

Measurement Metrics

₹ Number of safety inspections conducted per week.

₹ % of workers wearing full PPE at all times.

₹ Number of incidents or near-misses per month.

₹ Timeliness of corrective actions implemented.

₹ Number of safety trainings/toolbox talks conducted.

Compliance audit score / safety rating.

Skills

₹ Site Safety Inspection & Risk Assessment

₹ Training & Communication

₹ Report Writing & Record Maintenance

₹ Decision Making & Conflict Resolution

Observation & Root Cause Analysis

Knowledge

₹ Construction safety standards (OSHA, NBC, IS codes)

₹ PPE usage and maintenance

₹ Emergency procedures and first aid

₹ Hazard identification and mitigation

₹ Legal and statutory safety requirements

Self Image

₹ Guardian of Site Safety

₹ Responsible & Vigilant Professional

₹ Enforcer of Discipline and Safety Culture

Traits

₹ Alert & Proactive

₹ Confident & Firm Decision Maker

₹ Detail-Oriented & Composed Under Pressure

Team Player with Leadership Presence

Motives

₹ Achieve zero-accident target at site.

₹ Build safety awareness among all workers.

₹ Protect lives, property, and company reputation.

₹ Ensure smooth and compliant project execution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month