Manager / Assistant Manager - Health, Safety & Environment

Cogent Holdings Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Singapore is seeking a motivated WSH professional to implement safety practices. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing incident investigations, and overseeing HSE programs. The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Degree in Workplace Safety & Health, at least 5 years of experience, and is a certified MOM Safety Officer. The role offers a 5-day work week and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Daily Meal Subsidy

In-house gym

Medical, Dental and Insurance Benefits

2-way company transport from Jurong East

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in logistics industry.
• Certified MOM Safety Officer.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety practices and initiatives in the organization.
• Appointed as Workplace Safety & Health Officer for the company.
• Ensure HSE compliance across facilities.

Skills

Familiar with legal requirements related to WSH Acts

Good communication skills in verbal and written communication

Ability to work with cross-functional teams

Education

Diploma or Degree in Workplace Safety & Health or related field

Tools

ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001

Job description

Company Description

Cogent Holdings Pte Ltd is a subsidiary of Cosco Shipping International (Singapore) Co., Ltd and has a wide range of clientele ranging from local SMEs to multinational companies. Cogent owns one of Singapore's largest one-stop integrated logistics hub, Cogent 1.Logistics Hub. It offers warehousing, freight forwarding, container and ISO tank depot, automotive logistics, and transportation services in Singapore. It also operates warehousing and container depot businesses in Malaysia.

Role Description

We are looking to hire a highly motivated and competent WSH professional to drive safety practices and initiatives in the organization. The person will be responsible for developing and implementing WSH policies, ensuring safety compliance with regulatory requirements, review risk assessment and supervise subordinates accordingly.

Responsibilities

1. Appointed as Workplace Safety & Health Officer (WSHO) for the Cogent Holdings Pte Ltd Group of companies including Health, safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance.
2. Responsible for the assessment, implementation of programs and the continued oversight and administration of current HSE programs
3. Safety Case Lead for 2 work locations and obtain MHI Certificates for both locations and be responsible for subsequent audits and renewals
4. Ensure that all HSE processes and procedures are implemented and standardized across Cogent Holdings Limited Group of companies facilities by providing leadership, training and support,
5. Assist in all aspects of incident investigation including verifying the root cause and approving the implementation of preventive measures
6. Ensure that the emergency response systems, policies and procedures are in place, including CERT audits, fire drills, training and regular update of written programs/plans
7. Implement and maintain environmental health and safety programs involving hazard identification, evaluation and control, accident/injury prevention, emergency preparedness, fire/lift safety and environmental regulatory compliance including conducting regular inspection of work sites
8. Advise the operations department on work plan, Risk Assessment, Safe Work Procedures, etc to ensure their compliance with the legal/regulatory requirements (e.g. WSH Act/Regulations, Fire Safety Act, SCDF requirements and etc)
9. Assist in external audits, renewal of all certifications and liaise with relevant authorities on safety related matters
10. Manage renewal audits for ISO 9001 / 14001 /45001.
11. Person-In-Charge for licenses related to storage of diesel and chemical such as Qualitative Risk Assessment (QRA) and Petroleum & Flammable Material licence (P&FM).

Requirements

1. Diploma or Degree in Workplace Safety & Health or related field of study
2. At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in logistics industry
3. Certified MOM Safety Officer
4. Familiar with legal requirements related to WSH Acts and SCDF requirements
5. Able to work well with cross-functional teams to drive safety practices across their entities / departments
6. Good communication skills in verbal and written communication

Other Information

1. 5-day work week
2. 2-way company transport from Jurong East
3. Daily Meal Subsidy
4. In-house gym
5. Medical, Dental and Insurance Benefits