Safety Officer

JRS INC; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction safety firm in Metro Manila, Philippines is seeking a Safety Officer to enforce safety policies and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or technical training related to construction or safety, is a Certified Safety Officer, and has 2–5 years of experience in construction safety. Responsibilities include conducting safety orientations, monitoring site activities, and preparing incident reports to promote a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical/vocational training related to construction or safety.
• Certified Safety Officer (SO2 / SO3 or equivalent, as required by law).
• At least 2–5 years of experience in construction safety.

Responsibilities

• Enforce company safety policies and government safety regulations.
• Conduct safety orientations, toolbox meetings, and job hazard analyses.
• Identify unsafe acts and hazardous conditions and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of construction safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical/vocational training

Certified Safety Officer (SO2/SO3)

Job description

Safety Management & Compliance

• Enforce company safety policies and government safety regulations (DOLE, OSHA, or local authorities as applicable)
• Ensure compliance with the approved Construction Safety and Health Program (CSHP)
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits

Training & Safety Awareness

• Conduct safety orientations, toolbox meetings, and job hazard analyses
• Provide safety training to workers, supervisors, and subcontractors
• Promote safety awareness and accident prevention programs

Incident Prevention & Reporting

• Identify unsafe acts and hazardous conditions and recommend corrective actions
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses and prepare incident reports
• Coordinate with management on corrective and preventive measures

Site Monitoring & Enforcement

• Monitor daily site activities to ensure proper use of PPE and safe work practices
• Stop unsafe work activities when necessary and recommend disciplinary actions
• Coordinate safety compliance with subcontractors and vendors

Documentation & Coordination

• Maintain safety records, permits, inspection checklists, and reports
• Coordinate with government inspectors and regulatory agencies
• Participate in project meetings to address safety concerns

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or technical/vocational training related to construction or safety
• Certified Safety Officer (SO2 / SO3 or equivalent, as required by law)
• At least 2–5 years of experience in construction safety
• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred

• Experience in commercial and residential construction projects
• First Aid and BOSH certification
• Familiarity with safety management systems and reporting tools

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work on active construction sites
• Willingness to work extended hours when required
• Ability to conduct site inspections and safety monitoring