Safety Manager - Fire

Job Description: Fire Safety ManagerLocation: Jagiroad, AssamExperience: 12 to 15 Years1. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Fire Safety Strategy & Compliance- Develop and implement the Fire Safety Management Plan - Ensure compliance with NBC, NFPA standards, state factory rules, fire dept. regulations and other statutory requirements. - Conduct fire load assessments, fire risk analysis and gap assessments for all facility blocks. - Review fire safety aspects in design, engineering and construction of buildings and utilities.B. Fire Protection Systems Management- Oversee design, installation, testing, and commissioning of all fire protection systems including: - Fire detection & alarm systems (FDAS) - Automatic sprinkler systems - Hydrant network - Clean agent systems (e.g., FM200, NOVEC) - Emergency lighting & exit signage - Ensure preventive maintenance, inspection and reliability of all fire protection systems.C. High-Risk Area Fire Safety- Manage fire safety for semiconductor-specific high-risk zones: - Cleanrooms - Solvent & chemical storage areas - Exhaust & scrubber systems - Electrical rooms - Utility areas - Ensure that risk controls, interlocks and fire suppression systems meet semiconductor industry best practices.D. Emergency Preparedness & Response- Function as the Chief Fire & Emergency Response Coordinator for the plant. - Develop site-specific emergency response plans for fire, explosion, gas leak, chemical spill, and evacuation. - Conduct periodic mock drills, including specialized scenarios (cleanroom fire, gas leak emergency, confined space rescue). - Ensure availability, readiness, and competency of the Fire Response Team.E. Training & Awareness- Conduct fire safety training and certification for employees, contractors, and security staff. - Provide training in: - Fire extinguisher usage - Fire watch duties - Hot work safety - Evacuation procedures - Emergency communication - Clean agent suppression protocols - Conduct fire warden training and develop an internal fire warden network.F. Hot Work, Permit Systems & Risk Controls- Oversee Permit-to-Work (PTW) system related to hot work, confined space, electrical isolation and hazardous operations. - Ensure strict compliance with fire watch protocols and temporary fire protection measures during project/construction activities.G. Inspections, Audits & Investigations- Conduct routine inspections of fire protection systems, escape routes, emergency equipment and assembly areas. - Lead fire safety audits and support external audits (insurance, customers, government). - Investigate fire incidents/near misses using RCA tools and enforce corrective actions.H. Coordination & Leadership- Work closely with Projects, Facilities, Utilities, Production, Warehouse and external consultants to integrate fire safety in all phases. - Liaise with local fire authorities, insurance agencies and mutual aid organizations. - Provide fire safety inputs during procurement of chemicals, equipment and materials.2. Required Skills & Competencies- Strong command of national and international fire safety codes (NFPA, NBC 2016 etc). - Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, commissioning, maintenance and audits. - Knowledge of semiconductor facility hazards: chemicals, solvents, flammables, toxic gases, cleanroom materials. - Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, PFDs and safety interlock logic. - Strong leadership skills in emergency response and firefighting operations. - Good communication, training and documentation skills.3. Preferred Background- Experience in large-scale industrial plants—automotive, electronics, semiconductor, pharma or high-tech manufacturing. - Experience in managing complex fire safety infrastructure and high-risk environments. - Exposure to cleanroom fire protection and hazardous material storage is a strong advantage.

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