WSHE Officer

Straits Construction Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Safety Personnel to oversee safety management at construction sites. The role involves implementing safety systems, advising on compliance, conducting training, and leading safety initiatives to ensure a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will possess relevant diplomas and experience in safety management within construction projects.

Qualifications

• Registered as a WSHO with MOM and ECO with NEA.
• Preferably five years of safety personnel experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor safety on Workplace Safety & Health and Environmental Management Systems.
• Advise on risk analysis and compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct inspections and audits, ensuring corrective actions are taken.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Risk Analysis

Compliance

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Specialist Diploma in WSH

Job description

Job Responsibility :

• Implementation, monitoring, review, and recommendation of improvements for safety on Workplace Safety & Health and Environmental Management Systems at the project site.
• Advising the project management team on risk analysis, controls, and updates to legislation related to workplace safety, health, and the environment. Monitoring and implementing risk controls to prevent injuries and damage, ensuring standards for fall protection, and promoting resource saving, recycling, and reuse of energy and materials.
• Handling authorities on all spot checks, feedback, and complaints from residents/neighbouring estates.
• Collaborating with the project team to minimize disruptions such as noise, dust, and traffic.
• Maintaining WSHE records and liaising with relevant authorities.
• Identifying training needs and conducting WSHE training sessions.
• Establishing WSHE programs to promote safety awareness.
• Monitoring and improving WSHE performance, including identifying unsafe conditions.
• Advising subcontractors on compliance with safety regulations.
• Conducting routine inspections and audits, ensuring corrective actions are promptly taken.
• Following up on deficiencies observed during inspections/audits and ensuring rectification.
• Recommending and advising project management on cessation of unsafe works that pose immediate danger or serious consequences.
• Acting as secretary of the site WSHE Committee, ensuring monthly meetings and weekly coordination meetings are conducted.
• Compiling weekly and monthly WSHE reports for submission to the corporate WSHE department, developer, and consultants.
• Leading investigations into workplace incidents and recommending preventive measures.
• Issuing WSHE instructions, correspondence, and penalties internally and to subcontractors.
• Scheduling and leading WSHE promotion activities, including emergency drills, campaigns, and talks.
• Conducting WSH training for relevant personnel to enhance safety knowledge and awareness.
• Ensuring correct and effective implementation of permit-to-work systems.
• Establishing and regularly reviewing WSHE plans such as Noise Management, Public Safety, Fall Prevention, and Lifting Plans.
• Applying for international and local WSHE and occupational safety awards.
• Mentoring safety personnel and overseeing officers such as Safe Management Officers (SMO) in accordance with Safe Worksite Criteria.
• Conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance, reporting non-compliance, and documenting corrective actions.
• Reviewing SMMs in case of persistent non-compliance.
• Performing duties as Fire Safety Manager, including executing Emergency Response Plans and conducting fire drills.

Requirement

• Possess at least a Diploma in Engineering or a Specialist Diploma in WSH.
• Must be registered as a WSHO with MOM and ECO with NEA.
• Preferably five (5) years of safety personnel experience in various construction projects.