Construction Site Safety Lead

Embun Design Studio; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 61,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Registered Safety Officer to lead construction-site safety in Shah Alam. The role requires mandatory Yellow Book and DOSH/NIOSH/JKKP registration, at least 2 years on-site construction experience, and thorough knowledge of OSHA 1994, FMA and safety practices.

You will perform safety planning, inspections, toolbox meetings, and liaison with authorities. Based at project site, you will ensure compliance, prepare reports, and drive a safety-first culture

Qualifications

• Valid Yellow Book and DOSH/NIOSH/JKKP registration.
• Minimum 2 years construction site experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA 1994, FMA and construction safety practices.
• Familiar with HIRARC, JSA, PTW and safety documentation.
• Able to communicate effectively with workers and management.
• Willing to based full-time at project site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site safety: ensure the safety of the construction site by implementing safety plans and inspections.
• Prepare safety plans: develop and implement comprehensive safety plans for construction projects.
• Conduct inspections: perform daily inspections of the construction site to ensure compliance with safety plans.
• Prepare reports: create weekly safety inspection and status reports to keep track of safety measures.
• Conduct toolbox meetings: lead toolbox meetings with subcontractors and workers to promote safety awareness.
• Inspect equipment: monitor the usage of machinery, tools, fire‑fighting equipment, first‑aid kits, and PPE on‑site.
• Coordinate with subcontractors: work with subcontractors to verify their safety procedures and ensure compliance.
• Liaison with authorities: communicate with OSHA and relevant authorities to ensure compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Rectify unsafe practices: identify and rectify any unsafe practices on‑site to maintain a safe working environment.
• Record and report accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Investigate accidents and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and site cleanliness.
• Monitor high‑risk activities such as work at height, lifting operations and confined spaces.
• Issue safety notices, warning letters and stop‑work instructions when required.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Documentation

Tools

HIRARC

JSA

PTW

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Registered Safety Officer to lead construction-site safety in Shah Alam. The role requires mandatory Yellow Book and DOSH/NIOSH/JKKP registration, at least 2 years on-site construction experience, and thorough knowledge of OSHA 1994, FMA and safety practices.

You will perform safety planning, inspections, toolbox meetings, and liaison with authorities. Based at project site, you will ensure compliance, prepare reports, and drive a safety-first culture