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Purpose of the Role - To ensure Process Safety awareness & oversee the implementation of Process Safety Management Program (PSM) at the site level in line with the central guidelines & strategy set by Central Safety and Operational Risk (S&OR) CoE while maintaining the effectiveness and sustenance of PSM programs. Enable identification & mitigation of Process Safety risks associated with the expansion of facilities and support in the development of Group Defined Practices (GDP) by collaborating with S&OR CoE
Key Responsibilities - List of responsibilities attached to the role are documented below. These responsibilities are representative and the role holder is also responsible for any other job assigned by the superior authorities from time to time. This section in not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all activities done by the role holder. It should capture only the key responsibilities of the role
Responsibilities -
- Functional Planning and Strategy -
- Oversee end to end execution / implementation of business plans related to PSM at site
- Collaborate with leadership to identify new initiatives/ projects and set operational plans for PSM that meet these future demands
- Participate in Safety maintenance budgeting cycle & process and provide inputs on budget allocation for own sub-function/ team
- Oversee deployment of own budget and ensure efficient utilization and minimum variance in target v/s actual
- Execute corrective and preventive actions in alignment with organizational policies and guidelines
- Mitigate potential risks by promptly addressing issues and minimizing production or quality losses during unplanned failures
- Process Safety Management -
- Provide expert guidance and assistance in the implementation of the Process Safety Management (PSM) program and related Operating Management System (OMS) elements
- Execute the self-verification system for Process Safety elements by identifying gaps and ensuring their resolution in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
- Ensure resolution of identified gaps in implementation of Process Safety elements in PSM and OMS as found in Self-verification, HSE audits and 3rd party audits
- Ensure latest safety standards and procedures are available and accessible for use
- Collaborate with S&OR CoE to implement process safety-related Group Defined Practices (GDP) standards and procedures
- Oversee development and continuous validation of the risk register, ensuring comprehensive identification, assessment, and prioritization of process safety risks across facilities
- Process Safety Improvement & Risk Management -
- Lead the development of Process Safety Improvement initiatives to improve Process Safety performance and provide counselling to department and site leadership on the same
- Collaborate & assist site leadership in identification & development of Process Safety improvement opportunities
- Monitor and analyze leading and lagging process safety performance indicators. Recommend actions for improvement. Liaise with other process safety managers on Site and S&OR CoE to ensure implementation of the identified process safety improvement activities
- Lead risk management studies (PHA, LOPA, SIS, etc.) to identify risks and control measures
- Develop standards for controls and barrier management within the assigned technology area
- Review and assess Management of Change (MOC) requests with respect to additional Process Safety risks. Ensure necessary measures are identified and implemented
- Participate and lead the incident investigation process for Process Safety Incidents
- Validate process safety incident investigations, ensuring that root causes are accurately identified and effective corrective actions are implemented
- Review quality of incident investigation report & Lessons From Incidents (LFI#s) for circulation and learnings. Monitor implementation of recommendations
- Analyze Process Safety Incidents and advice S&OR CoE Team, REAM, plant management for implementation of process safety improvement plans and actions for site as well as technologies
- Analyze Process Safety Investigations and provide guidance to line management with respect to the improvement activities to avoid reoccurrences
- Policies, Processes and Procedures -
- Implement approved policies, processes, procedures and monitor their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled manner
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of policies, processes and procedures taking into account leading practices, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement
- Monitor and enforce compliance with mandatory training requirements, promoting a culture of safety and continuous learning
- Develop strategic initiatives aimed at continually improving process safety performance
- Instill a culture of continuous development and performance within team
- Lead by example by encouraging teamwork, driving results and excellence, developing and grooming talent and demonstrating role modelling behavior
- Proactively participate in recruiting, development & engagement of own team
- Mentor and guide subordinates, elevating their skill levels and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Set and communicate clear performance expectations, coach and provide support and regular feedback to own team
- Evaluate training and development requirements for Asset Operations and make recommendations for learning interventions
- Necessary: - Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical/Petro-Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical & equivalent courses (is a must)
- Post graduate diploma in industrial safety (preferred)
- Necessary: 12 to 15 years of experience in Operations/Engineering/Safety
- Desired:
- Knowledge on Process Safety Management systems
- Risk Assessment
- Incident Investigation & Analysis
- Safety Advocacy
- Knowledge of legal requirement w.r.t Process Safety and periodic reporting requirements to statutory authorities
- Knowledge of IMS, OMS and audits
- Compliance Management
- Competent in providing training on Process Safety Management
B. Function-specific Competencies (Technical /Functional)
- Reduction in number of Incidents
- No major PS incident (PSI)
- Effectiveness of implemented PSM Programs
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