Assistant Director / Manager, Health & Safety

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking an Assistant Director for Research and Infrastructure Safety. The role demands a leader who will oversee the development and implementation of safety policies and systems across the university. Candidates should possess a degree in Science or Engineering, a postgraduate qualification in a related field, and at least 10 years of relevant experience in safety and health management. This position is essential for ensuring compliance and managing safety initiatives across varied university environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Preferably a postgraduate qualification in safety, health, environmental science, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in Safety & Health.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance university level safety policies and frameworks.
• Drive implementation of safety and health management systems.
• Lead and manage a team of safety officers.

Skills

Safety & Health Management

Regulatory Audits

Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in safety, health or related field

Job description

The Office of Health and Safety (OHS) champions health and safety management across Nanyang Technological University (NTU). OHS is responsible for establishing robust governance frameworks, systems, and programmes that promote high standards and best practices in safety and health across Colleges, Schools, Research Centres, and Departments.

We are seeking a committed and experienced professional to join OHS as Assistant Director, Research and Infrastructure Safety. The successful candidate will provide institutional leadership for research safety and infrastructure safety programmes, including campus general safety, construction, facilities, and critical infrastructure safety systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and enhance university level safety policies, standards, and governance frameworks for research institutes and infrastructure related projects and activities.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of safety and health management systems across Research Centres, including coordinating risk based prioritization of safety initiatives and improvement programmes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of safety and health officers overseeing construction, facilities, and infrastructure safety programmes across the University.
• Provide professional and strategic advice to Senior Management, Deans, School Chairs, Heads of Department, and Principal Investigators on high risk, novel, or complex research activities and infrastructure safety matters.
• Lead and conduct safety and health audits and inspections of offices, research laboratories, and supporting facilities, supervising audit teams and delivering clear, risk based audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Lead or support accident and incident investigations in research institutes and general workplaces, working closely with safety committees and key stakeholders to identify root causes and drive system level improvements.
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and optimization of IT and AI enabled systems supporting health and safety management.
• Plan and conduct targeted safety and health training for staff and students, with particular focus on risk control measures associated with construction, infrastructure, and facilities related hazards.
• Liaise with government ministries, regulatory authorities, and external agencies on safety and health matters, including compliance, audits, and regulatory engagements.

Requirements

• Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Preferably a postgraduate qualification in safety, health, environmental science, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications or registrations in safety, health, environmental management, or risk management are advantageous (e.g. MOM registered Safety Officer, Lead Auditor for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS)).
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in Safety & Health, with demonstrated experience managing programmes related to research and infrastructure safety in research intensive, educational, or large multi site organisations.
• Proven track record in conducting regulatory related safety audits and inspections.
• Strong experience advising senior leaders and influencing outcomes without direct line authority.
• Results oriented, with a strong sense of accountability, ownership, and professional judgement.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, lead change, and drive continuous improvement in complex environments.

Hiring Institution: NTU