Safety Manager - Fire

Job Description: Fire Safety Manager

Location: Jagiroad, Assam

Experience: 12 to 15 Years

1. Key Responsibilities

A. 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.