Construction Site Safety Lead

HOMA ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

HOMA ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD is seeking a Safety Site Supervisor to lead safety on multiple construction sites in Penang Island. The role focuses on enforcing health, safety and environmental compliance, with emphasis on hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory adherence.

Qualified candidates will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in OSH or related field, 5+ years of on‑site safety experience, and a DOSH‑approved certification.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience as a Safety Officer or Safety Supervisor on construction sites
• Current DOSH approved Safety and Health Officer certification, or equivalent qualification
• Comprehensive knowledge of Malaysian construction safety regulations, OSHA standards and industry best practices
• Experience developing and implementing safety management systems and site‑specific safety plans
• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills with corrective actions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with workers and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to conduct toolbox talks and safety training for diverse teams
• Physical fitness to inspect sites and travel between project sites
• Valid driving licence and reliable transport
• Experience with ISO 45001 implementation and auditing
• Yellow Book familiarity

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety inspections and audits of construction sites to identify hazards and ensure compliance
• Develop and implement site‑specific safety plans and procedures
• Lead toolbox talks and safety training sessions for site personnel
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near‑misses and recommend corrective actions
• Monitor and enforce PPE usage and safe work practices
• Maintain safety documentation, records and reports for statutory compliance
• Collaborate with project managers and contractors to integrate safety into planning and execution
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses for new activities or changes
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and respond to inspections
• Promote proactive safety culture and continuous improvement programs

Skills

OSH knowledge

Safety inspections

Incident investigation

Toolbox talks

Safety training

PPE enforcement

Regulatory compliance

MS Office

Safety software

Driving license

ISO 45001

Yellow Book

Education

Diploma in OSH

Bachelor's in related field

Job description

HOMA ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD is seeking a Safety Site Supervisor to lead safety on multiple construction sites in Penang Island. The role focuses on enforcing health, safety and environmental compliance, with emphasis on hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory adherence.

Qualified candidates will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in OSH or related field, 5+ years of on‑site safety experience, and a DOSH‑approved certification.