Safety Officer

EXPAND CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional in Workplace Health & Safety. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience and strong knowledge of local safety regulations. Responsibilities include planning safety strategies, conducting audits, and submitting reports. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and the ability to foster a proactive safety culture. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a construction or industrial safety role.
• Strong knowledge of local safety regulations, risk assessment, and accident prevention practices.
• Effective communication and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and advise on safety strategies and compliance with legal requirements.
• Conduct Safety Committee Meetings and regular site safety audits.
• Prepare and submit monthly safety reports according to requirements.
• Organize Toolbox Meetings ensuring awareness of safe work procedures.

Skills

Incident & Accident Investigation

WSHMS Compliance & Documentation

Implementation of Safety Systems

Safety Culture Development

Occupational Health Hazard Assessment

Education

Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Workplace Health & Safety

Job description

Job Requirements

• Possess a Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Workplace Health & Safety or its equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a construction or industrial safety role.
• Strong knowledge of local safety regulations, risk assessment, and accident prevention practices.
• Effective communication and team coordination skills.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Project Manager, the selected candidate will:

• Plan, implement, and advise on safety strategies, accident prevention measures, and compliance with legal health and safety requirements.
• Conduct Safety Committee Meetings and regular site safety audits, preparing findings for management review.
• Prepare and submit monthly safety reports in accordance with client and regulatory requirements.
• Organize and conduct Toolbox Meetings and ensure site workers are aware of safe work procedures.

Job Skills

• Incident & Accident Investigation: Skilled in conducting thorough investigations, identifying root causes, and recommending effective corrective and preventive measures to prevent recurrence.
• WSHMS Compliance & Documentation: Proficient in reviewing and evaluating Workplace Safety and Health Management System (WSHMS) documentation to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal safety standards.
• Implementation of Safety Systems: Experienced in leading and supporting the implementation of WSHMS and Risk Management (RM) plans to establish and maintain consistent, site-wide safety practices.
• Safety Culture Development: Effective in fostering a proactive and compliant safety culture through ongoing engagement, training, and communication with site personnel.
• Occupational Health Hazard Assessment: Competent in assessing workplace health hazards, evaluating their potential impact on employees, and recommending appropriate control measures to mitigate risks.