Safety and Health Officer (SHO)

KCJ ENGINEERING SDN. BHD.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

KCJ ENGINEERING SDN. BHD. is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to monitor and enforce safety on project sites in Malaysia. The role ensures compliance with OSHA 1994 and DOSH/JKKP, conducts inspections, prepares HIRARC, and leads toolbox talks to raise safety awareness.

The successful candidate will hold a Diploma/Degree in OSH or related field, be a registered SHO, and bring at least 3 years' experience in construction or engineering projects, with strong communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or a related field.
• Registered Safety and Health Officer (SHO) with DOSH/JKKP.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in occupational safety and health, preferably in construction or engineering projects.
• Good knowledge of OSHA 1994, DOSH/JKKP requirements and applicable safety regulations.
• Experienced in HIRARC, safety inspections, audits, accident investigation and safety documentation.
• Good understanding of construction and engineering site safety practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Firm, responsible and able to enforce safety procedures effectively.
• Able to work independently and coordinate with project teams, contractors and subcontractors.
• Good report writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with occupational safety and health requirements at project sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions and potential risks.
• Ensure site activities comply with OSHA 1994, DOSH/JKKP requirements and company safety procedures.
• Prepare and maintain safety and health documentation, including HIRARC, inspection reports, permits and safety records.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety requirements and site procedures.
• Conduct toolbox meetings, safety briefings and safety awareness programmes for workers.
• Investigate accidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences and prepare the necessary reports.
• Monitor the proper use of PPE and ensure workers comply with safety requirements.
• Advise project management and site teams on risk control measures and workplace safety requirements.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and conduct emergency drills when required.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions for safety non-compliances and ensure timely closure.
• Prepare regular safety and health reports for management and relevant project stakeholders.
• Liaise with DOSH/JKKP, contractors, consultants and other relevant parties on safety and health matters.
• Perform other safety and health duties assigned by management.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

OSH/Engineering degree

Job description

Monitor and ensure compliance with occupational safety and health requirements at project sites.

Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions and potential risks.

Ensure site activities comply with OSHA 1994, DOSH/JKKP requirements and company safety procedures.

Prepare and maintain safety and health documentation, including HIRARC, inspection reports, permits and safety records.

Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety requirements and site procedures.

Conduct toolbox meetings, safety briefings and safety awareness programmes for workers.

Investigate accidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences and prepare the necessary reports.

Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure workers comply with safety requirements.

Advise project management and site teams on risk control measures and workplace safety requirements.

Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and conduct emergency drills when required.

Monitor corrective and preventive actions for safety non-compliances and ensure timely closure.

Prepare regular safety and health reports for management and relevant project stakeholders.

Liaise with DOSH/JKKP, contractors, consultants and other relevant parties on safety and health matters.

Perform other safety and health duties assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Diploma / Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or a related field.

Registered Safety and Health Officer (SHO) with DOSH/JKKP.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in occupational safety and health, preferably in construction or engineering projects.

Good knowledge of OSHA 1994, DOSH/JKKP requirements and applicable safety regulations.

Experienced in HIRARC, safety inspections, audits, accident investigation and safety documentation.

Good understanding of construction and engineering site safety practices.

Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Firm, responsible and able to enforce safety procedures effectively.

Able to work independently and coordinate with project teams, contractors and subcontractors.

Good report writing and documentation skills.

Willing to work at project sites and travel when required.

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Engineering & Project Management Services 51-100 employees

KCJ is managed by Bumiputra professionals who have wide range of project experience in engineering and contruction gained from both the Government and private sector, With our experience and expertise, the company is capable of fulfilling the growing needs for high caliber M & E Bumiputra Contractors. Going forward, KCJ is capable of undertaking most type of mechanical & engineering works such as design, supply and installation of air conditioning eqyipment, ventilation systems, pump, ducting and piping works. Our capabilities also include provision of service and maintenance as well as supplying parts to the customers.

KCJ is now expanding its markets into fire fighting and gas facilities management. Our services in this area include provision of fire-fighting equipment, water tanks, pumps, pipes and fittings, civil services, electrical servics and other are related with facilities management for the domestic commercial building, warehouse and factories

With the experience and capability stated above KCJ is committed to be involved with the Goverment. We are capable of meeting all challenges and demands in our area of business. We are fully committed to be successful and aspire to grow to a greater height in order to show our dedication and commitment towards Vision 2020

KCJ is managed by Bumiputra professionals who have wide range of project experience in engineering and contruction gained from both the Government and private sector, With our experience and expertise, the company is capable of fulfilling the growing needs for high caliber M & E Bumiputra Contractors. Going forward, KCJ is capable of undertaking most type of mechanical & engineering works such as design, supply and installation of air conditioning eqyipment, ventilation systems, pump, ducting and piping works. Our capabilities also include provision of service and maintenance as well as supplying parts to the customers.

KCJ is now expanding its markets into fire fighting and gas facilities management. Our services in this area include provision of fire-fighting equipment, water tanks, pumps, pipes and fittings, civil services, electrical servics and other are related with facilities management for the domestic commercial building, warehouse and factories

With the experience and capability stated above KCJ is committed to be involved with the Goverment. We are capable of meeting all challenges and demands in our area of business. We are fully committed to be successful and aspire to grow to a greater height in order to show our dedication and commitment towards Vision 2020

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