Site Safety Officer - Major Infrastructure Project (Penang)

Cantilever Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical trip and performance bonus

Personal Accident and Hospitalisation

Job summary

Cantilever Sdn Bhd is seeking a proactive Site Safety Officer (SHO) to join our Penang project team. You will ensure safety standards are implemented across the site, coordinate with DOSH/JKKP, and support the Safety & Health Management System while managing PPE, permits, and high-risk activities.

The role requires at least 3 years in construction, familiarity with ISO 45001/14001 is a plus, and willingness to be stationed at the Penang project site.

Qualifications

• Valid Safety and Health Officer (SHO) registration with DOSH/JKKP.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience in infrastructure or civil projects preferred.
• Rail/LRT projects, bridges, viaducts, earthworks or major civil works is a plus.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 is advantageous.
• Able to conduct site inspections, safety audits and toolbox briefings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site activities and ensure compliance with occupational safety and health requirements.
• Ensure workers wear PPE and hold valid CIDB Green Cards.
• Verify permits, licences and documentation for machinery and drivers on site.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as deep excavation, work at height, lifting operations.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits and safety briefings.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Liaise with DOSH/JKKP on registrations and inspections.
• Attend Client Safety Meetings and coordinate with project team and subcontractors.
• Manage emergencies, accidents and near-miss reporting and investigations.
• Compile and maintain workers' work permits and safety documentation.
• Assist in implementing the project's Safety & Health Management System.
• Support environmental management activities including waste management and erosion control.

Skills

OSH knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Reporting

Job description

Cantilever Sdn Bhd is seeking a proactive Site Safety Officer (SHO) to join our Penang project team. You will ensure safety standards are implemented across the site, coordinate with DOSH/JKKP, and support the Safety & Health Management System while managing PPE, permits, and high-risk activities.

The role requires at least 3 years in construction, familiarity with ISO 45001/14001 is a plus, and willingness to be stationed at the Penang project site.