Safety Coordinator

THIAM BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

THIAM BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD is seeking a qualified WSHO to function as a Main Building Contractor, with in-depth experience and strong knowledge of Singapore's WSH legislation.

You will implement safety policies, lead SWP and RA development, conduct inspections, investigations, and training, maintain documentation, and liaise with authorities to drive ISO and bizSAFE initiatives.

Qualifications

• Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health or related qualifications required.
• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with MOM.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as WSHO in construction, interior fit-out and/or A&A projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore WSH legislation, codes of practice, and ISO standards (45001, 14001, 9001).
• Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, safety auditing, and training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce safety policies, procedures, and statutory requirements per WSH Act, MOM & BCA.
• Lead development and review of SWP, RA, and SWMS.
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs to identify hazards.
• Stop unsafe work and advise on corrective actions to eliminate hazards.
• Report and investigate incidents; identify root causes and preventive measures.
• Maintain WSH documentation including training records and incident logs.
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and emergency drills.
• Liaise with authorities and stakeholders on safety matters; support ISO and bizSAFE initiatives.

Skills

WSHO

Safety auditing

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Site inspections

Education

Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health

Tools

CONSASS

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

ISO 9001

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

The ideal candidate will be well qualified and have in-depth experience to function as a WSHO for a Main Building Contractor.

Job Description

• Implement and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and statutory requirements in accordance with the WSH Act, MOM & BCA regulations, and industry Codes of Practice
• Lead the development and review of Safe Work Procedures (SWP), Risk Assessments (RA), and Safe Work Method Statements
• Conduct regular and ad-hoc site safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs to identify hazards and unsafe practices
• Stop unsafe work when necessary and advise on remedial actions and take immediate corrective actions to eliminate or mitigate hazards
• Report and investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses, identify root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive measures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date WSH documentation including training records, RA registers, inspection checklists, safety reports, and incident logs
• Conduct site safety inductions, facilitate toolbox meetings, safety briefings, and emergency drills
• Conduct safety committee meetings and safety audits for management reporting and provide guidance to the members in carrying out their safety duties
• Liaise with authorities, external and internal stakeholders on safety matters
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the company-wide Environmental, Health and Safety Management System
• Involve in ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and bizSAFE implementations and audits
• Proactively collaborate with relevant stakeholders to review and improve safety processes in line with industry best practices and promote a strong safety culture

Requirements

• Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health or related qualifications
• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower
• Minimum 5 years' work experience as WSHO in the construction industry, preferably with prior experience involved in interior fit-out and/or A&A projects
• Strong knowledge of Singapore's WSH legislation, codes of practice, and ISO standards (45001, 14001 & 9001)
• Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, safety auditing, and training delivery
• Familiar with CONSASS