WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH MANAGER

Zs Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zs Engineering is seeking a seasoned Safety Officer to lead safety management on construction sites. You will conduct inspections, ensure compliance with WSH regulations, and document safety performances.

The role requires strong incident investigation skills, the ability to run toolbox talks and trainings, and diligent maintenance of safety logs and permit-to-work records to keep projects safe and compliant.

Qualifications

• Hold Registered WSH Officer or Safety Officer credentials, or a relevant local safety certification (e.g., Advanced Certificate in WSH, BCSS, BCSP, or OSHA)
• Minimum 15 years hands-on experience on building construction sites

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and weekly site inspections of equipment, scaffolding, PPE, and high-risk areas to identify hazards and prevent incidents
• Ensure all site operations comply with local WSH acts and statutory regulations to maintain legal and safety standards
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement effective corrective actions
• Deliver daily safety briefings (toolbox talks), worker orientations, and emergency evacuation drills to enhance workforce safety awareness and preparedness
• Maintain accurate safety logs, perform risk assessments, manage permit-to-work records, and submit regular safety performance reports to project management

Skills

Risk assessment

Communication

Incident investigation

Safety training

Education

WSH certification

Safety officer credentials

Tools

Permit-to-work system

Job description

Job Summary

Lead safety management on construction sites by conducting inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance, investigating incidents, delivering safety training, and maintaining thorough documentation to promote a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and weekly site inspections of equipment, scaffolding, personal protective equipment (PPE), and high-risk work areas to identify hazards and prevent incidents
• Ensure all site operations comply with local Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) acts and statutory regulations to maintain legal and safety standards
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement effective corrective actions
• Deliver daily safety briefings (toolbox talks), worker orientations, and emergency evacuation drills to enhance workforce safety awareness and preparedness
• Maintain accurate safety logs, perform risk assessments, manage permit-to-work records, and submit regular safety performance reports to project management

Required competencies and certifications

• Hold Registered WSH Officer or Safety Officer credentials, or relevant local safety certification such as the Advanced Certificate in WSH or BCSS in Singapore, or internationally recognized BCSP or OSHA certifications
• Demonstrate a minimum of 15 years of hands-on experience working on building construction sites

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Apply strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies to evaluate and mitigate workplace hazards
• Communicate clearly and effectively to convey safety information and coordinate incident management