The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced an exciting opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for the post of Assistant Director (Safety) in the Directorate General Factory Advice Service and Labour Institutes (DGFASLI) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. This is a permanent position, offering a prestigious role in ensuring industrial and workplace safety across various sectors in India.

About the Position

• Advertisement Number: 6/2024
• Vacancy Number: 24030612523
• Position: Assistant Director (Safety)
• Total Vacancies: 7 (UR-06, EWS-01) (PwBD-01)
• Service Group: General Central Service, Group ‘A’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Pay Scale: Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC
• Nature of Posting: Permanent

Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Director (Safety) will be responsible for various crucial functions in the field of industrial safety, including:

• Conducting surveys and research studies related to industrial safety.
• Developing safety literature and organizing educational and training programs.
• Implementing and enforcing safety laws, including the Factories Act and Model Rules.
• Administering the Dock Workers (Safety, Health and Welfare) Act, 1986, and associated regulations.
• Carrying out safety assessments in ports and organizing training programs for dock workers and supervisors.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• General (UR) & EWS Candidates: Maximum 35 years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Maximum 45 years

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following engineering disciplines from a recognized university or institute:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Marine Engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Instrumentation Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Textile Chemistry
  • Textile Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Electronics & Communication

Experience Requirement

Candidates must have three years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Industrial safety management in a factory, dock, ship, or construction site.
• Physical and chemical testing of textiles in an industrial setting or research laboratory.
• Working with government departments handling the administration of workplace safety regulations, such as the Factories Act of 1948, the Dock Workers (Safety, Health & Welfare) Act of 1986, or the Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Services) Act of 1996.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• A Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology relevant to the essential qualifications.
• A Master’s Degree or Postgraduate Qualification in Industrial Safety.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Safety.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating research, education, and training activities related to industrial, dock, or construction safety.

Important Dates

• Online Application Submission: March 23, 2024, to April 11, 2024
• Last Date for Printing Online Applications: April 12, 2024
• Cut-Off Date for Eligibility: Closing date of online application submission

Selection Process

Selection of candidates will be based on their interview performance. Shortlisted applicants will be notified separately about the interview date and will be required to bring a printout of their online application along with relevant supporting documents to the UPSC office.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the UPSC official website: https://www.upsconline.nic.in. Applicants should carefully follow the instructions in the detailed advertisement available on the UPSC website.

Documents Required

Applicants must upload scanned copies of the following documents to support their claims in the application:

• Date of Birth Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Experience Certificates (preferably in the prescribed format)
• Desirable Qualification Certificates (if applicable)
• Any other relevant documents

Document Format & Size

• Each document must be in PDF format
• Maximum file size:
  • 1 MB for essential qualification and experience documents
  • 2 MB for “Other Documents” module
• Documents should be scanned in 200 dpi grayscale for clarity
• Prohibited Documents: Pay slips, resumes, appointment letters, relieving letters, and unsigned experience certificates must not be uploaded

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS Candidates: Rs. 25/-
• SC/ST/Female/PwBD Candidates: Exempted from fee
• Payment Mode:
  • SBI Branch (Cash Payment)
  • Net Banking (Any Bank)
  • Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card
  • UPI Payment

Why Apply for the Assistant Director (Safety) Role?

This position offers:

• A permanent government job under UPSC with a stable career path.
• An opportunity to work in a critical role in industrial and workplace safety.
• The chance to shape and implement safety regulations for factories, ports, and construction sites in India.
• A competitive salary with Group A Gazetted status.

Conclusion

The UPSC’s Assistant Director (Safety) position is a prestigious opportunity for qualified engineers with relevant industrial safety experience. If you meet the eligibility criteria and have a passion for improving workplace safety in India, this is your chance to make a difference.

Interested candidates should apply before the deadline to seize this career-defining opportunity. For complete details, visit the UPSC website and refer to the official advertisement.

Best wishes to all applicants!