Chief Safety Expert K1- Nagpur Metro

It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India’s valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

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Context

Chief Safety Expert at K1 level represents the highest technical authority in safety for a metro project's General Consultant (GC)

Missions/Main Duties

Strategic Leadership

Defines overarching safety frameworks, policies, and objectives across all project phases from design through operations, integrating standards like ISO 45001 and metro-specific regulations from MMRC or similar authorities. Provides executive-level advice to GC leadership and clients on complex risks, including system integration hazards during tunneling, electrification, or signaling commissioning.​

Expert Oversight

Mentors K3 Chiefs and lower-tier teams (K4/K5), conducts independent safety audits, hazard analyses, and assurance reviews to ensure zero-incident compliance. Leads specialist investigations, safety case development, and stakeholder engagements with regulators for approvals and certifications.​

Key Deliverables

Develops comprehensive safety management systems, risk registers, and emergency preparedness plans tailored to metro environments. Drives innovation in safety technologies and culture, reporting directly to project directors on performance metrics and continual improvement.

Profile/Skills

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Safety Management, plus 25+ years in rail/metro HSE leadership, including international projects. Key skills include advanced risk assessment, safety case authoring, ISO 45001 expertise, regulatory liaison, and strategic advisory.

We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure. It’s not a job - it’s a career!