Factory Medical Officer

Role: To ensure the delivery of high-quality occupational health services, maintain compliance with statutory health regulations, and promote health and wellness among employees by implementing comprehensive preventive, curative, and promotive health strategies in an industrial setting.Responsibilities: Conduct and manage statutory Pre-Employment Medical Examinations for all new hires.Ensure periodical medical check-ups for employees, especially those in hazardous areas.Conduct Occupational Health Surveys to assess workplace health risks.Maintain all health-related documentation in line with Gujarat Factories Rules and Factories Act.Liaise with certifying surgeons and ensure compliance with all legal and statutory norms.Frame and implement the Medical Policy for the organization.Promote occupational health and hygiene practices among employees.Conduct health awareness campaigns on hygiene, first aid, mental wellness, etc.Provide training on Industrial Health, Personal Hygiene, and First Aid.Organize refresher training programs for dedicated first aiders.Ensure availability and efficient functioning of the Occupational Health Centre (OHC).Handle first aid and emergency medical cases, including accident and illness response.Ensure the readiness of ambulances and emergency medical support systems.Maintain and administer adequate medical and antidote stock.Liaise with local hospitals, specialists, and doctors for advanced care and periodic health camps.Liaison with local health authorities for permissions, biomedical waste disposal, and certification.Administer the OHC operations, staff management, and infrastructure.Prepare annual department budgets (estimates and revised estimates).Manage procurement of medical and surgical items as needed.Plan and propose hospital equipment and infrastructure improvements.Maintain records of OHC meetings, reviews, and progress reports.Ensure biomedical waste disposal complies with local authority regulations.Prepare and maintain statutory documentation and compliance reports.Obtain necessary consents and approvals for the OHC operations.Education Qualification and Experience: MBBS degree from a recognized university.Additional certification in Occupational Health / AFIH (Associate Fellow of Industrial Health) is mandatory.Minimum 2–5 years of experience in industrial/occupational health, preferably in a manufacturing or hazardous industry.Proven experience in managing health centres, emergency response, and medical compliance.Competencies: Strong knowledge of occupational health laws, regulations, and compliance standards.Proficient in emergency medical response and industrial health risk management.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for training and awareness programs.Capability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external healthcare providers.Proficiency in reporting, documentation, and use of health management software/tools.Ability to conduct health audits, surveys, and risk assessments.Proficiency in local languages and English, both written and spoken, to facilitate effective communication with employees and stakeholders.Basic knowledge of SAP, MS Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

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