Safety Coordinator

VITA PROPERTY SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services company in Singapore is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement Workplace Safety and Health practices across facilities management operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting site inspections, and coordinating safety protocols for contractors. Ideal candidates should have an Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health, along with 2–3 years of relevant experience in facilities management or construction.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression support

Recognition for exceptional achievements

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant experience in facilities management, property, or construction.
• Strong knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support WSH compliance across facilities management operations.
• Coordinate safety protocols for contractors and internal teams.
• Conduct routine site inspections and follow up on corrective actions.
• Assist in investigating safety incidents and preparing reports.
• Conduct safety briefings and promote safety culture.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of WSH Act

Safety report writing

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health

Safety Coordinator Course (Level B)

Registered Safety Coordinator with MOM (Singapore)

Job description

Vita Partners is Asia‑Pacific’s largest pan‑regional pure‑play life science, innovation and R&D real estate platform, backed Australian headquartered multinational real estate company Lendlease and leading US private equity growth investor Warburg Pincus. The platform focuses on investing, acquiring, developing, constructing, managing, and operating real estate projects in fast‑growing life sciences, innovation and R&D real estate markets in Asia‑Pacific. The company operates within two main segments – a high‑barrier‑to‑entry life sciences project construction management business and a specialised investment management business. Since the 2000s, the project construction management business has worked on over 200 projects in Asia‑Pacific for more than 100 blue‑chip life sciences and pharmaceutical companies, with many repeat clients. The investment management business currently manages ~SGD 2 billion of AUM on behalf of institutional investors, with strong aspirations for growth within the region.

Job Role

As a Safety Coordinator, you will support the implementation and monitoring of Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) practices across facilities management operations. You will ensure compliance with regulatory standards, promote safety awareness, and coordinate safety protocols for contractors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) Compliance
   • Assist in implementing and maintaining the Workplace Safety and Health Management System (WSHMS)
   • Ensure adherence to WSH and environmental regulations
   • Support risk assessments, safe work procedures (SWPs), and job safety analyses
   • Prepare safety documentation for audits, inspections, and client reporting
   • Conduct routine site inspections and follow up on corrective actions
2. Contractor & Worksite Safety
   • Coordinate safety requirements for contractors performing maintenance or project works
   • Verify permits‑to‑work (PTWs), risk assessments, and safety plans before work commencement
   • Monitor high‑risk activities (e.g., hot works, working at height, confined space entry, lifting operations)
   • Report unsafe practices and assist in enforcing corrective measures
3. Incident & Emergency Response
   • Assist in investigating safety incidents and maintaining incident records
   • Prepare incident reports and track follow‑up actions
   • Participate in emergency response planning and fire drills
4. Safety Training & Awareness
   • Conduct safety briefings and toolbox meetings
   • Support safety induction programmes for new staff and vendors
   • Promote safety culture through campaigns and communication initiatives
5. Documentation & Reporting
   • Maintain records of inspections, PTWs, risk assessments and incidents
   • Submit monthly safety performance reports to the FM Manager
   • Track corrective and preventive actions from audits and inspections

About You

You might be a good fit if you have:

Qualifications & Requirements

• Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health or Safety Coordinator Course (Level B)
• Certified Work‑at‑Height Assessor
• Registered Safety Coordinator with MOM (Singapore)
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in facilities management, property, or construction
• Strong knowledge of WSH Act, regulations, and codes of practice
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety report writing
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with stakeholders

What you can expect from us

Every person at Vita Partners is critical to the success of the business. We believe high‑performing employees drive business growth. We support our people through ongoing engagement by providing learning and development opportunities for future career progression and recognising and rewarding exceptional achievements.

If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and exploring how we can take your career forward.

Apply now!