Safety Technician

FENDER CARE MARINE PRODUCTS (ASIA PACIFIC) PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime services company in Singapore is seeking a Safety Technician to ensure safe and efficient operations in the yard and workshop. The role involves maintaining equipment, supporting the operations team, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have experience in yard operations, familiarity with safety regulations, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Experience in handling and verifying incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Physical stamina to lift and move heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and safe movement and maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of the yard.
• Provide safety and operational-related training to the yard team.

Skills

Understanding of yard operations

Familiarity with safety regulations

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Tools

Forklifts

Heavy equipment

Job description

Safety Technician

Permanent, Full-time

Singapore, Site based

The Role

As Safety Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient operations within our yard and workshop. This hands‑on position involves maintaining equipment, supporting operational tasks, and keeping the yard organised and compliant with safety standards. Working closely with the operations team, you’ll help maintain, repair, and build equipment while providing safety oversight to ensure all activities are carried out in a secure environment. You’ll also assess facilities to confirm they’re suitable for the work being undertaken. In addition, you will collaborate with the yard team to keep operations running smoothly, supporting both operational delivery and HSEQ requirements. This is a dynamic role for someone who values safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure the efficient and safe movement and maintenance of equipment and materials in yard.
• Maintain the organisation and cleanliness of the yard, ensuring it is free from hazards.
• Conduct regular audits & inspections of the yard and the operations being conducted to identify and address any safety, quality or operational issues. These reports will be documented and passed to the JFF Head of HSSEQ.
• Provide safety and operational‑related training to the yard team as may be required from time to time, including safety inductions to any new members of the team.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of all yard activities and report them to the Yard Supervisor or Line manager as appropriate.
• Work with and support the yard team as needed, ensuring smooth operations.

What we’re looking for

• Understanding of yard operations and procedures.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and protocols.
• Basic knowledge of equipment and materials used in the yard.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience operating forklifts and other heavy equipment.
• Experience in handling and verifying incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Strong attention to detail for verifying shipments and maintaining records.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with the yard team and other departments.
• Problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise in the yard.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to perform tasks that may require lifting and moving heavy objects.

Why join us

• Competitive benefits tailored to the division.
• Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organization.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.
• Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability.

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now! https://vacancies.james-fisher.com/vacancies/1704/safety-technician.html

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

With two centuries of maritime shipping and innovation, James Fisher is a trusted partner in the safe and efficient movement of the world’s critical resources. As a market leader in ship‑to‑ship transfer and coastal shipping, we help customers protect people, cargo and infrastructure while shaping the future of global maritime transport.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.