Senior Workplace Safety and Health Officer

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

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore is seeking a Workplace Safety and Health Officer to oversee safety and environmental issues at construction sites. You will work closely with Project Managers, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field, a WSHO certification, and at least 5 years of experience in building construction. Proficiency in English and Chinese is required for liaising with subcontractors and authorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in main building construction.
• Experience with Singapore A1 Contractor for HDBBTO project preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Project Managers on safety, health, and environmental issues.
• Conduct weekly site inspections and safety coordination meetings.
• Review safety documentation and report on health and safety issues.

Skills

Knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures

Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Team Collaboration Skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in related field

Registered WSHO certification

Job description

Job Description

• Reporting to the WSH Manager, liaise closely with Project Managers on workplace safety, health and environmental issues to maintain a high level of safety at the sites.
• Highlight project safety non-conformities to project manager and assist project manager to implement rectification measures;
• Work as project Risk Assessment team leader, ensure all site activities have been conduct risk assessment, and effective safe work procedure has been developed;
• Review safety documents which submitted by sub-contractors or suppliers, ensure adequate safety control measures has been implemented;
• Conduct weekly site inspection and recommend rectification methods;
• Conduct weekly safety coordination meeting to settle site safety matters;
• Conduct toolbox meeting and ensure the permit to work system in place.
• Report on health and safety issues to the Project Manager which includes preparing of incident and loss statistics and monthly summary reports.
• Perform other adhoc tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in related field.
• Registered WSHO with the relevant authorities.
• Good knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience in the main building construction. Expereince with Singapore A1 Contractor for HDBBTO project is preferred.
• Good command of English and Chinese in order to liaise with relevant government agencies and subcontractors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team and collaborative skills.
• Able to work 5.5 days per week at HDBBTO construction site.