Senior / Executive (Workplace Safety and Health), EGH Planning Office

The upcoming Eastern General Hospital (EGH) aims to provide excellent healthcare and promote healing centred around each person. When operational, EGH will provide a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient clinical specialties and healthcare services, covering emergency, acute and secondary care. EGH’s vision is to be a hospital for the community and a great workplace for staff. It seeks to do so by harnessing innovative technologies in patient care, journeying closely with patients and the community to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, and being an employer of choice that empowers staff in their careers.

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team in the workplace safety and health (WSH) role. In this role, you will support the Head of Department in the implementation of WSH programmes in EGH. You will assist in liaising with the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) coordinator of various nesting offices/departments on the implementation and reporting of EHS. You will also be involved in liaising with the Hospital Services Planning team on the design for safety and work activities within the construction sites, including the review of risk assessment and permit to work. Additionally, you will support in maintaining EGH’s risk registry and compliance with applicable regulations. You will be required to assist in-house WSH training and promotion activities.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 2 years of working experience.

2. Proven experience in monitoring workplace safety and health protocols, preferably in health or healthcare related field.

3. Valid registration as a Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).

4. Familiarity with various safety or quality certification programmes such as ISO and safety and health management systems is preferred.

5. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to engage various stakeholders in a fluid environment and a growing organisation with multi-generational staff.

6. Team player, highly motivated, and action-oriented with excellent planning, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

7. Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, and manage challenges.