Shift safety officer

Date : 24 Sept 2025

Location :

Dakshina Kannada, KA, IN, 574142

Custom Field 1 : Manufacturing Services

Job Description

Designation : Shift safety officer.

Job Location : Mangaluru

Department : EHSS

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene' s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

Job Purpose

Experienced in the Safety department for API Pharmaceutical Manufacturing plant. .

Educational Qualification

B.E / B. Tech in chemical engineering and Diploma in industrial safety from reputed institute.

Experience

Minimum 3 to 5 years.

Technical Skills

• Ensure adherence to safety practices and procedures for self and the team.
• Contribute to the development of systems and practices that comply with company integrity and EHSS standards.
• Drive a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) in the workplace.
• Ensure safety compliance by following safety protocols and EHS requirements at all times.
• Ensure timely completion of mandatory safety and data integrity training for all team members.
• Uphold Syngene's quality standards in all operations.
• Hold self and teams accountable for achieving safety goals.
• Review and track safety metrics periodically.
• Assist with Emergency Management System and Contractor Management.
• Strengthen the Site Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Organize and coordinate practical demos and training for firefighting equipment for ERT members.
• Provide training on Emergency and Disaster Management to employees, ensuring compliance.
• Issue Work Permits for non-routine activities and ensure compliance with PTW conditions.
• Participate in internal audits related to PTW.
• Revise Onsite Emergency Response Plan based on process changes and legal requirements.
• Assist in incident investigations and develop Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance of Emergency Equipment (Fire Detection & Protection, Eye Washers, Emergency Cupboards) across the site.
• Coordinate and conduct Mock and Evacuation Drills and follow up on action items.
• Update Operating Procedures / Guidelines for Emergency Equipment as per site requirements.
• Monitor and ensure compliance of Fire Hydrant Pump House operations.
• Ensure ERT availability and Fire Hydrant Operator presence during shift operations.
• Conduct gap analysis in Emergency Management and take necessary corrective actions.
• Assist in KAVACH implementation initiatives at the site.
• Deliver PEP Talks and Toolbox Talks (TBT) to the production team during shift operations.
• Issue and monitor Work Permits to ensure strict adherence to conditions.
• Identify unsafe acts / conditions, report incidents / accidents / first aid, and support investigations.
• Monitor critical activities in the Production and Warehouse areas, advising and training the teams on safety.
• Ensure compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during operations.
• Support Shift In-charge / Incident Controller in emergency situations during shift operations.
• Assist in organizing campaigns, competitions, and activities to engage employees in maintaining safe working conditions.

Skills Required

contractor management