Deputy Manager- Fire Safety/Protection

Department: Security  

Location: Chennai, India | Reports To: Head – Security

Role Purpose:
Lead fire prevention, firefighting, and emergency response systems to protect employees, assets, and ensure statutory compliance in an automobile manufacturing plant.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage fire protection systems (hydrants, sprinklers, alarms) and ensure readiness
• Lead Emergency Response Team and act as Incident Commander
• Develop and maintain On-Site Emergency Plan
• Conduct fire risk assessments in high-risk areas (paint shop, welding, fuel storage)
• Ensure compliance with Factory Act and Fire Safety regulations
• Coordinate with Fire Authorities and internal teams (EHS, Maintenance)
• Conduct training, drills, and awareness programs
• Maintain inspection logs, audits, and incident reports
• Manage vendors and AMC contracts for fire systems

KPIs:
• Zero major fire incidents
• Emergency response time
• Compliance scores
• Fire system uptime
• Closure of safety gaps

Qualifications & Experience:
• Degree/Diploma in Fire Engineering / Mechanical / Electrical
• 8–15 years in industrial fire safety (Automobile preferred)
• Experience leading emergency response teams

Skills:
• Fire safety systems expertise
• Crisis management
• Risk assessment
• Regulatory compliance
• Leadership and communication

Working Conditions:
Plant-based role with 24x7 emergency responsibility

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