SAFETY OFFICER 3

Esapphire Combined Facilities Support Services; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Esapphire Combined Facilities Support Services is seeking a qualified Safety Officer 3 (SO3) to oversee and elevate occupational safety programs across our operations in the Philippines. You will analyze risks, develop site-specific policies, and lead incident investigations to foster a proactive safety culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3+ years in OSH management, and completion of the 40-hour Basic OSH Course plus 48 hours of advanced training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in Occupational Safety and Health management in industrial or heavy construction.
• Completed 40-hour Basic OSH Course (BOSH for general industries or COSH for construction).
• Completed an additional 48 hours of advanced/specialized OSH training.
• DOLE Accreditation as OSH Practitioner is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement OSH programs tailored to operations and local labor standards.
• Conduct HIRAC to identify risks and implement controls.
• Lead safety audits of facilities, equipment, ventilation, and fire systems.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses; draft root-cause reports and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations (DOLE OSH) and submit statutory reports.
• Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and emergency response simulations.
• Develop and test workplace emergencyResponse and disaster management plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering / Architecture / Environmental Science)

40-hour Basic OSH Course (BOSH/COSH)

Additional 48 hours OSH training

DOLE OSH Practitioner accreditation (preferred)

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly competent and certified Safety Officer 3 (SO3) to oversee, implement, and elevate our workplace occupational safety and health programs. In this role, you will be responsible for moving beyond simple compliance monitoring to actively analyzing risks, developing site-specific safety policies, leading incident investigations, and cultivating a proactive safety culture across our operations.

Key responsibilities

• Design, update, and implement comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) programs tailored to company operations and local labor standards.
• Regularly conduct Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Determining Controls (HIRAC) to identify workplace risks and implement strict preventative measures.
• Lead routine safety and environmental audits across facilities/job sites; evaluate heavy equipment, scaffolding, ventilation, and fire safety systems.
• Serve as the lead investigator for accidents, near-misses, and occupational illnesses. Determine root causes, draft detailed reports, and outline immediate corrective/preventative actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure complete compliance with local government regulations (e.g., DOLE OSH standards). Timely prepare and submit required statutory reports.
• Facilitate safety orientations, ongoing toolbox talks, emergency response simulations, and specialized safety campaigns for employees and subcontractors.
• Formulate, evaluate, and test workplace emergency response and disaster management plans (fire, earthquake, chemical spills, etc.).

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven, hands‑on experience in Occupational Safety and Health management, preferably within industrial, manufacturing, or heavy construction sectors.
• Completed the 40-hour Basic OSH Course (BOSH for general industries or COSH for construction).
• Completed an additional 48 hours of advanced or specialized OSH training.
• Valid DOLE Accreditation as an OSH Practitioner is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of safety laws, local labor codes, and specialized environmental standards.
• Strong technical proficiency in conducting safety inspections, reading blueprints, or assessing structural/machine hazards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage both site workers and executive management.
• Analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving and documentation abilities.