Safety Health Officer (Digital Infrastructure Project-based)

Suntar International Group; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Suntar International Group is seeking a qualified Safety Health Officer (SHO) to oversee occupational safety on digital infrastructure project sites in Malaysia. You will ensure compliance with DOSH, OSHA, and local regulations, promote a safe working environment, and minimize risks throughout project execution.

Responsibilities include conducting site inspections, risk assessments, maintaining safety documentation such as HIRARC, JSA, PTW, and incident investigations, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Safety and Health Officer (SHO) registration with DOSH/JKKP Malaysia.
• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant working experience in construction, engineering or industrial project environments.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health legislation and DOSH requirements.
• Familiar with HIRARC, JSA, PTW, incident investigation and safety audit procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor and enforce the project's OSH policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, DOSH regulations and other safety standards.
• Monitor daily site activities and ensure workers follow safety procedures.
• Prepare and maintain safety documentation (HIRARC, JSA, PTW, safety reports).
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Investigate accidents and incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with managers, supervisors, subcontractors and authorities on safety matters.
• Ensure PPE availability and proper use at project sites.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

Safety Health Officer (Digital Infrastructure Project-based)

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Safety & Health Officer (SHO) to oversee and implement occupational safety and health practices at our project sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment, and minimizing workplace risks throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Implement, monitor and enforce the project's Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies and procedures.

Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.

Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, DOSH regulations and other relevant safety standards.

Monitor daily site activities and ensure all workers comply with established safety procedures.

Prepare, review and maintain safety documentation, including HIRARC, JSA, Permit-to-Work (PTW) and safety reports.

Conduct toolbox meetings, safety briefings and site safety awareness programmes.

Investigate workplace accidents, incidents and near misses, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, subcontractors and relevant authorities on safety matters.

Monitor the implementation of confined space, working at height, lifting operations and other high-risk work activities.

Ensure the availability and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at project sites.

Prepare and submit periodic safety performance reports and maintain proper safety records.

Requirements

Possess a valid Safety and Health Officer (SHO) registration with DOSH/JKKP Malaysia.

Minimum 2–5 years of relevant working experience in construction, engineering or industrial project environments.

Good knowledge of Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health legislation and DOSH requirements.

Familiar with HIRARC, JSA, PTW, incident investigation and safety audit procedures.

Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Able to work independently and manage site safety matters effectively.

Willing to be stationed at project sites and travel when required.