Workplace Safety Health Officer

KIAN HIAP CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Environmental Control Officer to oversee safety and environmental compliance on site. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in building or civil projects, possess ECO registration, and be able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing incidents, and advising the Project Manager on environmental issues. This role is critical in maintaining safety standards and compliance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building or civil projects.
• Physical fitness appropriate to the job requirements.
• Knowledge of WSH requirements for safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess risk impact and issue Safety Stand Down as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections for safety and environmental compliance.
• Investigate accidents/incidents and propose corrective actions.
• Advise Project Manager on environmental issues.

Skills

Risk assessment

Environmental compliance

Safety compliance

Accident investigation

Communication with authorities

Education

Registered Environmental Control Officer (ECO)

Relevant qualifications with Ministry of Manpower

Job description

Responsibilities

• To be able to effectively assess risk impact of project activities and issue Safety Stand Down when deemed necessary.
• Dealing with authorities, staffs, client’s representatives, public, neighbours and other interested parties on matters related to safety & health.
• Conduct regular inspection and see to it that person responsible for the NC recorded or raised by interested parties are informed to perform corrective actions with photos evidence of closure.
• Conduct accident / incident investigations and recommendations on corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of all corrective actions taken
• Ensure reporting of incident comply with legal requirement.
• Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of Environmental Management System of work site
• Conduct regular site inspections and follow-up actions to ensure environment compliance
• Advise Project Manager on site environmental issues and solutions
• Report and recommend on remedial measures on environmental issues
• Prepare and submit a Site Environmental Control Programme to PM
• Organise campaigns, training courses and other activities to develop and sustain the interest of staff and workers in maintaining good environmental health standards in the construction site
• Other ad-hoc duties assigned by the Project Manager

Requirements

• Preferable to have minimum 5 years of experience in building/ civil projects
• Registered Environmental Control Officer (ECO)
• Possess valid registration with Ministry of Manpower
• Possess a level of physical fitness appropriate to the job requirements, keen observation and knowledge of WSH requirements to enforce safety compliance at the workplace