Senior Safety Officer

Senior Safety Officer Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India 7/1/26 QHSE - Health Safety & Environment

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide.

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Responsibilities

HSE Implementation and Compliance

• Implement and maintain the Organization HSE management system at the project site.
• Ensure adherence to local statutory and regulatory requirements (Factories Act, BOCW Act, Environment Act, Pollution Control Board norms, etc.)
• Verify and monitor work permits (Hot work, Confined space, Height work, Electrical Isolation, etc.)
• Ensure subcontractors comply with the company and client HSE requirements.
• Ensure that all site operations are executed safely, in compliance with statutory regulations, client requirements and organization HSE Management systems.
  
  

Risk Identification and Control

• Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) for all critical and routine activities.
• Identify potential hazards associated with mechanical, piping and electrical works
• Recommend preventive and corrective actions to eliminate unsafe conditions and practices.
  
  

Site Safety Monitoring

• Conduct daily site inspections and report unsafe acts and conditions
• Ensure safe storage, handling and use of chemicals and hazardous materials
• Montor confined space entry, tank cleaning, chemical dosin and commissioning related activities
  
  

Incident Reporting and Investigation

• Lead/assist in incident/ near miss investigations, identify root causes and ensure closure of corrective actions
• Maintain records of all HSE incidents and prepare monthly safety performance reports
  
  

Training and awareness

• Conduct HSE induction training, daily toolbox talks and task specific safety sessions
• Organize periodic awareness programs (e.g. PPE compliance, chemical handling, emergency response, etc.)
  
  

Coordination and communication

• Coordinate with client HSE teams, consultants and subcontractors for compliance and audits.
• Participate in weekly HSE review meetings and share progress updates
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly HES reports and statistical data.
• Hindi speaking is mandatory.
  
  

Emergency preparedness and response

• Ensure readiness of firefighting equipment, first aid facilities, and spill control arrangements
• Conduct periodic emergency mock drills
• Develop and update site-specific emergency response plans
• Work Location : Dholera, Gujarat and across site locations in India (Monday to Saturday working)
  
  

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Engineering
• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety (recognized by State Technical Board / RLI / CLI / DGFASLI)
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of HSE experience in EPC or construction projects related to ETP, WTP, STP, ZLD or UPW systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 requirements preferred
• Proficient in report writing and MS office applications
• Strong leadership and site coordination skills
• Sound understanding of water treatment plant processes and associated risks.
• Ability to train and motivate the workforce in safe work practices.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Proactive, disciplined and safety-driven approach.
• Please note that this role will be based on site
  
  

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.