Site Safety Supervisor | Johor | 12-Month Contract

Airswift; Johor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a qualified Safety Supervisor to oversee on-site safety programs in Malaysia. You will enforce safety measures, conduct inspections, and lead emergency response planning to keep projects risk-free.

The role requires 2–5 years in safety supervision, a relevant degree, and certifications such as First Aid/CPR. Strong communication and decision-making in high-pressure environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related safety field.
• 2–5 years of experience in safety supervision or similar.
• Solid knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all safety activities on-site and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Enforce safety measures across all project phases.
• Ensure work areas are hazard-free and safe.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement risk mitigations.
• Provide safety briefings and training to teams and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage emergency response plans and maintain equipment.
• Submit permits to work and ensure uninterrupted on-site progress.
• Lead emergency drills and ensure preparedness.

Skills

Leadership

Safety communications

Hazard identification

Emergency response

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

First aid and CPR certification

OSH related certification

Yellow Book holder

Job description

• Oversee all safety activities and practices on-site, ensuring compliance with the policies and regulations.
• Enforce safety measures across all phases of the project.
• Ensure that all work areas are free from hazards and conducive to a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of the site to identify potential risks or hazards and ensure appropriate safety protocols and risk mitigations are in place.
• Provide safety briefing and training to project teams and subcontractors.
• Develop, implement and manage emergency response plans and ensure emergency equipment is readily available and maintained.
• Perform submission for permit to work and ensure project progressive on-site without any EHS related interruption.

Other Responsibilities:

• Lead emergency drills and ensure that all personnel are trained and prepared for emergency situations.
• Lead investigation into safety incidents, near-misses, and accidents, analyzing root causes and suggesting corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and document safety-related occurrences and actions taken.

Requirements:

• Possess a diploma or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Yellow Book holder
• Possessing first aid and CPR certification and OSH related certification.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in safety supervisor or similar position
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels and influence safety behaviors.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and make quick decisions to ensure safety.