Volvo Hosakote Hiring Graduate Apprentice Trainee Safety

About the NATS Program

This role is offered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), a flagship initiative of the Government of India that builds practical, trade-specific skills for Indian youth. It runs under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (amended in 1973) and is offered by Volvo Group to engineering graduates and diploma holders. It is a structured, 1-year practical, hands-on On-the-Job Training (OJT) program that builds industry-ready capabilities.

What you will do

The Graduate Apprentice Trainee will support the Health and Safety team in running workplace safety programs, monitoring compliance with statutory requirements, carrying out inspections, promoting a safety culture, and helping reduce risk. You will gain hands-on exposure to industrial safety management systems and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

1. Safety Inspections and Monitoring

• Assist in daily workplace safety inspections.
• Identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions and near-miss incidents.
• Support closure of corrective and preventive actions.
• Take part in departmental safety audits.
• Monitor housekeeping standards across the facility.
• Verify compliance with safety procedures and work instructions.

2. Risk Assessment Activities

• Assist in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and risk assessments.
• Support hazard identification exercises with stakeholders.
• Take part in process risk assessments and workplace surveys.
• Help develop risk control measures.
• Maintain risk assessment records and documentation.
• Prepare the weekly risk assessment and unsafe conditions report.

3. Safety Training and Awareness

• Help organize safety induction programs for new employees and contractors.
• Support safety training sessions and safety briefings.
• Take part in National Safety Month activities.
• Assist in preparing safety presentations and awareness materials.
• Coordinate safety campaigns and competitions.

4. Incident Reporting and Investigation

• Assist in reporting accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Take part in incident investigations.
• Collect evidence and witness statements.
• Prepare preliminary investigation reports.
• Track implementation of corrective actions.

5. Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Support Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities.
• Take part in mock drills.
• Inspect emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, emergency exits, eyewash stations and spill kits.
• Assist in updating emergency response plans.

6. Statutory Compliance Support

• Assist in maintaining compliance records under applicable laws, including the Factories Act, State Factory Rules, the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Code and Fire Safety Regulations.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits.

7. Safety Committee Support

• Take part in Safety Committee meetings.
• Record meeting minutes.
• Follow up on action items.
• Assist in implementing committee recommendations.

8. Digitalization

• Apply digital tools in day-to-day activities.

We value your data privacy, so we do not accept applications by mail.

Who we are

Volvo Group is committed to shaping efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Its leading brands and entities offer many career opportunities. With almost 100,000 people worldwide, the group is united by a culture of care, inclusiveness and empowerment.

At Group People and Culture, part of Volvo Group, teams build the foundations and frameworks for people growth and organizational development. You will join a global, diverse team of skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other and embrace change.