Safety & Health Officer (Construction: High-rise Building)

Choongcons (Penang) Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Penang is seeking a Safety & Health Officer to oversee safety management at high-rise building projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety policies, coordinating with various stakeholders, and facilitating safety meetings. Candidates should possess at least an SPM level education, a valid Green Book, and strong communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia. Experience in high-rise projects and knowledge of construction safety regulations are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Green Book as a Safety Officer.
• Experience working with a main contractor on high-rise projects.
• Good understanding of construction knowledge and work sequences.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety management team to meet safety policies and regulations.
• Ensure safety measures are adhered to at construction sites.
• Organize toolbox meetings for safety incidents and violations.
• Coordinate Emergency Response Team during accidents.
• Conduct accident investigations and follow up on actions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Knowledge of construction safety regulations

Education

High school diploma (SPM level)

Job description

Safety & Health Officer (Construction: High-rise Building)

To lead safety management team to meet company's safety policy and plan, Government and Local Authority safety regulations, and Clients project safety requirements.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety measures and plans at construction sites are adhered to and in compliance with relevant regulations and requirements; communicating the company's safety goals and objectives to employees, vendors, subcontractors, and others; organizing and chairing toolbox meetings to resolve incidents, safety violations, or penalties; reviewing and updating safety performance data in management and site progress meetings; providing or recommending continual improvement plans for safety policy, objectives and goals; coordinating and leading the Emergency Response Team during accidents or emergencies; coordinating and conducting accident/incident investigations and following up on corrective actions; consulting and communicating on safety and health matters and implementing feedback from authorities and consultants; coordinating and organizing a safety incentive program to promote awareness, compliance, and adherence at project sites to support productive, incident-free, and timely project completion; and performing other duties as assigned by the immediate superior from time to time.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least SPM level with a valid Green Book, Safety Officer.
• Able to communicate and write in Bahasa Malaysia.
• Required Skill(s): Microsoft Office, MS Office.
• Preferably a Senior Executive specialized in Engineering - Environmental/Health/Safety or equivalent.
• Experience working with a main contractor on high-rise projects.
• Capable of handling / resolving requirements requested by JKKP and the Health Department.
• Must have a good understanding of construction knowledge and work sequences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction safety regulations and project safety requirements.

Application & Inquiries

• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Health and Safety Officer?
• Are you currently registered with the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) as a Safety and Health Officer (Green Book)?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How would you rate your Bahasa Malaysia language skills?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?