Job Summary:
The Safety Officer is responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations, company policies, DGCA/BCAS requirements, and industry best practices. The role involves conducting safety inspections, investigating incidents, identifying hazards, and implementing corrective and preventive actions to enhance operational safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct routine safety inspections and audits across airport operational areas.
- Monitor compliance with DGCA, BCAS, ICAO, IATA, OSHA (where applicable), and company safety standards.
- Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe occurrences and prepare detailed reports.
- Maintain the Safety Management System (SMS) documentation and records.
- Conduct safety risk assessments before introducing new processes or equipment.
- Organize and deliver safety induction and awareness training for employees and contractors.
- Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ensure emergency response procedures are implemented and participate in emergency drills.
- Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, ground handling agencies, and regulatory bodies on safety-related matters.
- Track closure of safety observations and corrective actions.
- Prepare monthly safety reports, statistics, and trend analysis for management.
- Promote a positive safety culture through regular awareness campaigns and toolbox talks.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, occupational health, and fire safety requirements.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of aviation safety regulations and Safety Management Systems (SMS).
- Good understanding of DGCA, ICAO, IATA, and BCAS guidelines.
- Excellent observation and analytical skills.
- Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Risk assessment and hazard identification.
- Effective communication and report writing skills.
- Ability to conduct safety training and presentations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or any relevant discipline.
- Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety, Aviation Safety, or NEBOSH/IOSH (preferred).
Experience:
- 2–5 years of experience in aviation, airport operations, ground handling, or industrial safety.
- Experience in implementing Safety Management Systems (SMS) is preferred.
Preferred Certifications:
- DGCA Safety Management System (SMS) Training
- IOSH Managing Safely
- NEBOSH IGC (Preferred)
- First Aid & Fire Fighting Certification
- Incident Investigation Training
- Risk Assessment Training
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Number of safety inspections conducted.
- Timely closure of safety observations.
- Reduction in accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- Safety training completion percentage.
- Regulatory audit compliance score.
- Corrective Action Closure Rate.
- PPE compliance percentage.
- Emergency drill performance and participation.
Working Conditions:
- Rotational shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Frequent movement across airside and landside operational areas.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- May be required to respond during emergencies outside normal working hours.
This job description is suitable for Safety Officers working with airport operators, ground handling companies, MRO organizations, FBOs, and aviation service providers. It can also be customized to align with your organization's structure and DGCA-approved Safety Management System (SMS).
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
