Head Safety

Job Purpose :

The purpose of the role is to deliver Safety expertise and building the one safety culture into organization locations in the east of India.

This role will

support, coach and challenge the safety team at Vizag, Kirandul, Dabuna, Paradeep, and mining sites in Odissa.

be responsible for development of all Safety deliverables and inputs as per organization Safety standards consistently across organization India east locations.

drive a continuous improvement and knowledge sharing to enhance safety performance across diverse, high-risk environments.

be acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME).

enforce clear roles and responsibilities for safety team to deliver safe execution.

build internal expertise in Operational safety through mentoring and leadership development programs.

Accountabilities :

Develop and implement regional safety plans aligned with corporate safety goals, ensuring adherence across multiple high-risk locations such as mines and Operational sites.

Oversee safety assurance activities, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

Collaborate with Operations managers and engineers to ensure that safety protocols are incorporated.

Monitor and report safety performance and compliance across the region, driving improvements where necessary.

Lead the implementation of safety regulations, focusing on the specific needs of the locations.

Conduct regular safety trainings to build required capabilities.

Promote a safety-first mindset through ongoing communication, workshops, and training sessions to reduce incidents and improve safety culture.

Skills & Knowledge :

Educational Qualifications & Certifications - bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Safety Management, or a related field.

Certifications in safety management, risk assessment, and mining safety preferred.

Total Years of Experience - 20 - 25 Years

Functional Skills -

Deep expertise in developing and managing safety systems (SMS) and protocols for operations.

Expertise in conducting safety assessment, risk assessments, and incident investigations for high-risk environments.

Knowledge of safety compliance regulations and best practices.

Experience with digital safety monitoring tools and technologies for large-scale operations.

Sharing and implementation of best practices.