Safety Officer (Construction)
Job Title: Safety Officer – Construction
Department: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Industry: Construction / Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
Experience 2–5 Years (Construction Industry)
Qualification : Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)
NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / Diploma in Industrial Safety / ADIS (Mandatory)
Additional HSE certifications will be an added advantage.
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified Safety Officer to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at construction sites. The candidate will be responsible for implementing safety procedures, conducting inspections, identifying hazards, and promoting a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.
Key Responsibilities
· Ensure compliance with all applicable HSE laws, regulations, and company safety policies.
· Conduct daily site safety inspections and identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
· Prepare and implement site-specific safety plans and risk assessments.
· Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and awareness training for employees and subcontractors.
· Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
· Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and prepare detailed reports.
· Maintain safety records, inspection reports, permits, and statutory documentation.
· Coordinate emergency response drills, evacuation procedures, and first-aid arrangements.
· Ensure safe work practices for activities such as excavation, scaffolding, lifting operations, working at height, confined space entry, and electrical work.
· Monitor housekeeping standards across the construction site.
· Conduct periodic safety audits and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
· Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients on HSE matters.
· Ensure all work permits are issued and monitored as per permit-to-work procedures.
Required Skills
· Knowledge of Construction Safety Standards
· Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
· Incident Investigation
· Emergency Response Planning
· Fire Safety Management
· Permit to Work (PTW) System
· Working at Height Safety
· Scaffolding Safety
· Excavation Safety
· Electrical Safety
· Lifting & Rigging Safety
· Confined Space Safety
· PPE Compliance
· Safety Documentation & Reporting
· MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Candidate Requirements
· Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and construction safety practices.
· Good communication and leadership skills.
· Ability to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
· Strong documentation and reporting skills.
· Willingness to work at construction project sites.
· Ability to work under pressure and handle emergency situations.
Preferred Certifications
· NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
· IOSH Managing Safely
· Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (ADIS)
· First Aid & CPR Certification
· Fire Safety Training
· Work at Height Training
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
· Zero Lost Time Incidents (LTI)
· Compliance with HSE standards
· Timely completion of safety audits and inspections
· Reduction in unsafe acts and conditions
· 100% toolbox talks and safety induction compliance
· Timely submission of HSE reports
Reporting To Project Manager / HSE Manager
Preferred Industry
· Building Construction
· Commercial Projects
· Industrial Projects
· Infrastructure Projects
· Residential Construction
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Safety officer with minimum 3 years experience in Construction / Civil Engineering / Infrastructure
Experience:
- Health safety environment: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
