Health & Safety Manager - Major Projects

VSL Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and safety management company in Singapore is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee operations and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in safety management, particularly within construction or industrial environments. Responsibilities include developing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, leading training sessions, and managing a safety team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in safety management, preferably in a construction or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs to prevent workplace injuries and accidents.
• Ensure adherence to local safety regulations, WSH and OSH standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Organize and lead safety training sessions for employees.
• Investigate workplace incidents and develop prevention strategies.

Skills

Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments

Competence in creating and delivering training programs

Education

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

Job description

Main Responsibilities

You are responsible for overseeing the safety operations at a specific worksite, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and promoting a culture of safety among employees. This role involves implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and leading safety training sessions.

Job Description

• Safety Program Implementation : Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs to prevent workplace injuries and accidents.
• Compliance Monitoring : Ensure adherence to local safety regulations, WSH and including OSH standards.
• Developing detailed specifications and plans : Development of designs, methods, risk assessments, specifications, and plans for working with the project team.
• Risk Assessment : Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
• Safety Training : Organize and lead safety training sessions for employees to educate them on safe work practices and emergency procedures.
• Site Inspection : Conduct safety inspections on all job sites to ensure safety procedures are in place.
• Incident Investigation : Investigate workplace incidents to determine causes and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences.
• Emergency Preparedness : Develop and implement emergency response plans and conduct regular drills to ensure site readiness.
• Reporting : Review and update accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities, and prepare reports for management review or the project team.
• Team management : Leading a team of safety professionals.

Qualifications, Experience and Competences

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience : Minimum of 10 years of experience in safety management, preferably in a construction or industrial environment.

Skills

• Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments.
• Competence in creating and delivering training programs.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-Oriented : Keen attention to detail to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Problem Solver : Ability to think critically and develop effective solutions to safety issues.
• Proactive : Capable of anticipating potential safety risks and taking proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Team Player : Ability to work collaboratively with other