Safety Lead

First Balfour, Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

First Balfour, Inc. is seeking a Safety Lead to oversee HSE programs across a major project in a highly urbanized setting.

You will ensure compliance with safety laws, conduct risk assessments, and lead incident investigations while promoting a strong safety culture among on-site teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, with 10+ years in construction and at least 4 years in a similar safety lead role, preferably with bridge or large infrastructure exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of total work experience in construction or related industries.
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar Safety/Safety Lead position.
• Experience in bridge projects or similar infrastructure projects (roads, expressways, railways, viaducts, ports).
• Experience working in a highly urbanized environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices, HSE standards, and applicable safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant DOLE/OSH certifications and credentials are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the implementation of HSE programs, policies, and procedures across the project.
• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational safety and health laws, regulations, and project requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure appropriate corrective actions.
• Lead the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses, and other safety-related concerns.
• Conduct and facilitate toolbox meetings, safety orientations, trainings, and other HSE awareness programs.
• Monitor the safety performance of employees, contractors, and other project personnel.
• Coordinate closely with Project Management and other stakeholders to address safety concerns and continuously improve HSE performance.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to established HSE standards throughout project operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/HSE

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the implementation of HSE programs, policies, and procedures across the project.

• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational safety and health laws, regulations, and project requirements.

• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure appropriate corrective actions.

• Lead the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses, and other safety-related concerns.

• Conduct and facilitate toolbox meetings, safety orientations, trainings, and other HSE awareness programs.

• Monitor the safety performance of employees, contractors, and other project personnel.

• Coordinate closely with Project Management and other stakeholders to address safety concerns and continuously improve HSE performance.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to established HSE standards throughout project operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.

• At least 10 years of total work experience in construction or related industries.

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar Safety/Safety Lead position.

• Must have experience in bridge projects or similar infrastructure projects, such as roads, expressways, railways, viaducts, ports, or projects with a significant bridge/elevated component.

• Experience working in a highly urbanized environment.

• Must have strong knowledge of construction safety practices, HSE standards, and applicable safety regulations.

• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

• Relevant DOLE/OSH certifications and credentials are an advantage.