Safety Officer - Jurong Camp

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking a Safety Compliance Officer to oversee OH&S within the unit. You will plan monthly inspections, conduct investigations, and track safety trends to maintain high safety standards for trainers and national servicemen.

The role requires experience with safety data reporting, strong communication skills, and the use of digital tools for incident tracking. A proactive, collaborative mindset and willingness to adopt AI-enabled safety tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Education in any discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in inspections, audits or safety responsibilities.
• Experience presenting safety data in reports/briefings.
• Ability to manage data and analyze trends using digital tools.
• Strong interpersonal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willingness to adopt AI tools for safety management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute monthly safety inspections and site audits.
• Conduct safety investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Disseminate lessons learned and track safety incidents and trends.
• Maintain compliance with safety guidelines and report non-compliance.
• Organise unit-level Safety Days and safety education materials.
• Maintain audit readiness for internal and safety system audits.
• Serve as primary contact with Army Safety Inspectorate on regulations and surveys.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Safety management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Any discipline

Tools

Databases

AI tools

Job description

What The Role Is

You will be responsible for all safety matters within the unit. You will plan and execute safety inspections, audits, and investigations to maintain compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines and ensure safe working conditions for all trainers, full-time national servicemen, and operationally ready national servicemen.

What You Will Be Working On

• Conduct monthly workplace and site inspections across the unit and perform physical inspections for outfield exercises and high-risk activities
• Conduct safety investigations when incidents occur, analyse contributing factors, and recommend corrective measures
• Disseminate lessons learnt and track safety incidents and trends for use by Training Centres
• Maintain the unit's compliance with safety guidelines, monitor adherence to ground safety standards, and report non-compliance to the Unit Commander
• Organise unit-level Safety Days, facilitate participation in Army Quarterly Safety Seminars, and develop safety education materials
• Maintain audit readiness for internal audits and safety systems audits
• Function as the primary point of contact with the Army Safety Inspectorate on safety regulations, surveys, investigations, and safety systems

Challenge(s)

• Meeting the high standards expected of an Occupational Health and Safety practitioner, which requires extensive safety knowledge and experience, sharp mental alertness, and the ability to manage legal compliance pressures
• Addressing resistance and complacency to safety regulations among soldiers
• Engaging effectively with diverse range of stakeholders, including soldiers of all ranks and external agencies outside of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)
• Managing extensive data, documentation, and system compliance requirements for audits while maintaining a substantial physical presence in the unit

What We Are Looking For

• Education in any discipline
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in conducting inspections, audits, or managing safety-related responsibilities, including roles where these formed part of broader or secondary duties
• Experience preparing and presenting safety data and findings in reports and briefings
• Competence in data management and analysis using digital tools for tracking incidents, trends, and compliance metrics
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage databases and safety records to track trends and identify recurring issues
• Willingness to adopt new digital and AI tools for safety management and reporting

Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.