Safety Officer

SsangYong Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SsangYong Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd is seeking a qualified Safety Officer to implement and monitor WSH policies for a hospital construction project in Singapore.

The role requires conducting site inspections, risk assessments, and coordinating with engineers, supervisors and subcontractors to uphold safety standards. You will organise safety briefings and training, investigate incidents, maintain comprehensive WSH documentation, and liaise with authorities to ensure ongoing compliance

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Workplace Safety and Health, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant workplace safety experience in the construction industry.
• Possess a valid MOM-recognised registration or qualification for Safety Officer role in Singapore.
• Good knowledge of Singapore WSH legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Experience in large-scale building or infrastructure projects is preferred; hospital/healthcare construction is a plus.
• Good communication, coordination, inspection, and incident investigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor WSH policies, procedures, and safety programmes on the hospital construction project.
• Conduct site inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and unsafe practices.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore WSH legislation and project safety requirements.
• Advise project management, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors on safety measures.
• Conduct risk assessments and review safe work procedures and method statements.
• Organise safety briefings, toolbox talks, and safety training for workers and site personnel.
• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure proper controls for work at height, lifting, excavation, confined spaces and hot work.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, risk assessments, and training documentation.
• Monitor subcontractors’ safety performance and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate with authorities and project team on safety matters.
• Follow up on safety observations and corrective actions until closure.
• Support emergency preparedness, evacuation drills, and emergency procedures.
• Perform other workplace safety duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Workplace safety

Safety officer

Risk assessment

Communication

Inspection

Education

Diploma in WSH/OSH

Engineering related discipline

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor workplace safety and health (WSH) policies, procedures, and safety programmes at the hospital construction project.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits to identify unsafe conditions, practices, and potential hazards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Singapore workplace safety and health legislation, regulations, and project safety requirements.
• Advise project management, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors on safety matters and preventive measures.
• Conduct risk assessments and review risk control measures, safe work procedures, and method statements.
• Organise safety briefings, toolbox meetings, and workplace safety training for workers and site personnel.
• Monitor high-risk activities, including work at height, lifting operations, excavation, confined space work, and hot work, where applicable.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe practices, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, risk assessments, training records, and other WSH documentation.
• Monitor subcontractors’ safety performance and ensure compliance with project safety requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities, the project management team, and other stakeholders on safety-related matters.
• Follow up on safety observations, non-compliance issues, and corrective actions until closure.
• Support emergency preparedness, evacuation drills, and implementation of emergency response procedures.
• Perform other workplace safety and health duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Workplace Safety and Health, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant workplace safety experience in the construction industry.
• Possess a valid and applicable MOM-recognised registration or qualification required for the appointed Safety Officer role in Singapore.
• Good knowledge of Singapore WSH legislation, construction safety requirements, risk assessment, and safe work procedures.
• Experience in large-scale building or infrastructure projects is preferred; hospital or healthcare construction experience will be an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination, inspection, and incident investigation skills.
• Able to work independently, enforce safety requirements, and coordinate effectively with project teams and subcontractors.
• Proficient in preparing safety reports and maintaining WSH documentation.
• Willing to work on aconstruction site and support project safety activities as required.