Job Description
Senior Safety Officer
Gradiant India Private Limited
Chennai, India
Posting Start Date:  3/24/26

Date format: mm/dd/yy

Function:  Field Services

About the organization :

 

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. 

 

Discover us at gradiant.com.

 

Sr. Safety Officer / Safety Officer  (designations will be fixed based on work experience)

 

Hindi speaking is mandatory.

 

Work Location : Dholera, Gujarat.

 

Working days : Monday to Saturday (6 days a week)

 

 

Job Overview:

To implement and monitor the company’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards across the project activities. The role ensures that all site operations are executed safely, in compliance with statutory regulations, client requirements and organization HSE Management systems.

 

Key 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.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Qualifications and Experience

 

  • 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

 

Key Competencies

 

  • 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.

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

 

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.

 

 

 

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