Vijay Kumar Goyal

Vijay Kumar Goyal

Corporate Safety Head | Hindustan Zinc Limited (Vedanta Group)

Rampura Agucha Mines, Bhilwara, Rajasthan
+91 9950440447
vijaykumargoyal1982@gmail.com

Professional Summary

A highly accomplished safety professional with over 20 years of experience in Cement, Non-Ferrous Metals, Mining, Thermal Power, Fertilizer, and Chemical industries. Expertise in Critical Risk Management, Process Safety, Compliance, and Behavioral Safety.

Recognized by government bodies and international institutions for contributions to workplace safety. Currently overseeing the health and safety of 28,470+ employees at Hindustan Zinc Limited (Vedanta Group).

My mission is to create safer work environments through strategic leadership, innovative safety programs, and continuous improvement in occupational health and safety standards.

Areas of Expertise

Critical Risk Management
Process Safety
Behavior Based Safety
Bow Tie Risk Assessment
Statutory Compliance
Emergency Response
Safety Audits
Incident Investigation
Safety Governance
Contractor Safety

Professional Experience

Two decades of progressive leadership in occupational health and safety across diverse industrial sectors

Hindustan Zinc Limited (Vedanta Group)

Corporate Safety Head

Oct 2022 - Present

Overseeing the health and safety of 28,470 employees across diverse operations including mining, smelting, and refining. Leading the development and implementation of corporate-wide safety strategies and programs.

Coromandel International Ltd

Corporate EHS Head

Jan 2022 - Sept 2022

Driving EHS Strategies, compliance & performance excellence across CPC business sites. Implemented Process Safety Management framework across fertilizer and chemical plants.

Hindustan Zinc Limited (Vedanta Group)

Corporate Safety Head, Mines

Mar 2019 - Jan 2022

Head Safety for Rampura Agucha Mines SBU and Head HSE for Dariba Smelter Complex. Reduced LTIFR by 40% through implementation of Behavior Based Safety programs.

ACC Ltd (Holcim Group)

HOD Occupational Health & Safety

Sept 2008 - Feb 2013

Leading site wide safety management systems at GAGAL Cement Works, Himachal Pradesh. Achieved 5 million man-hours without LTI through comprehensive risk control measures.

Shree Cement Ltd

Engineer Maintenance

Sept 2006 - Aug 2008

Started career in maintenance engineering in Beawar, Rajasthan. Gained foundational experience in industrial equipment safety and maintenance protocols.

Notable Achievements

Recognitions and accomplishments that demonstrate my commitment to safety excellence

Government Nominated Expert

Expert Member (Industrial Safety & Health) State Crisis Group, Rajasthan Government. Providing technical guidance on industrial safety policies and emergency preparedness.

Certified Competent Person

Government Certified for testing, Inspection & examination under The Factories Act 1948 (Sections 21, 28, 29, 31, 87) and ventilation systems.

Global Collaborations

Worked with DuPont, ERM, Seven Principles (Australia), DNV, BIS, EQMS, HGRS - Holcim, NSC and other prominent safety institutions to implement best practices.

International Exposure

Attended international conferences and seminars in Germany (2 times), Finland, and Russia to learn and implement global safety standards.

Professional Memberships

Lifetime member of ISTD (Indian Society for Training & Development), NSC (National Safety Council), and British Safety Council.

Safety Program Implementation

Successfully implemented Behavior Based Safety Program (Aarohan) with DuPont methodology, resulting in significant safety culture transformation.

Education

Academic qualifications that form the foundation of my technical and managerial expertise

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)

R.G.P.V University, Bhopal
Completed with distinction (72% score)
Specialized in industrial safety applications
2006

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

Symbiosis
Focus on organizational leadership and safety management
2010

Post Engineering Diploma in Industrial Safety

RLI, Faridabad
Rank Holder - Top 5% of class
Comprehensive training in industrial safety standards
2012

NEBOSH International Diploma

NEBOSH UK
Level 6 Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety.

ICertOHTA

OHTA, UK
International Certificate in Occupational Hygiene, demonstrating expertise in identifying and controlling workplace health risks including chemical, physical and biological hazards.

Professional Certifications

Internationally recognized certifications demonstrating expertise in occupational health, safety, and environmental management systems

ISO 14001 & 45001 Lead Auditor

CQL, IRCA Registered

Certified Lead Auditor for Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001). Qualified to conduct third-party audits.

NEBOSH Process Safety

NEBOSH UK

Specialized certification in Process Safety Management for high-hazard industries, covering technical and management aspects of major hazard control in chemical and process industries.

NEBOSH IGC

NEBOSH UK

International General Certification in Occupational Health & Safety, providing excellent foundation in risk management. Covers workplace safety, hazard identification, and risk assessment methodologies.

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Contact Information

Location

NC-04, Zinc Colony, Rampura Agucha Mines, Agucha Post, Bhilwara, Rajasthan - 311029

Phone

+91 9950440447

Email

vijaykumargoyal1982@gmail.com

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