Workplace Safety Health Officer (WSHO)

Kian Hiap Construction Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is looking for a Workplace Safety Health Officer (WSHO) to oversee safety compliance on projects. Responsibilities include assessing risks, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in civil projects and must be a registered Environmental Control Officer. The role involves frequent interaction with various stakeholders to promote a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in building/civil projects.
• Valid registration with Ministry of Manpower.
• Physical fitness suitable for job.

Responsibilities

• Assess risk impact and issue Safety Stand Down.
• Conduct regular site inspections and corrective actions.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Skills

Risk assessment

Communication with authorities

Site inspections

Incident investigation

Environmental compliance

Education

Registered Environmental Control Officer (ECO)

Job description

Workplace Safety Health Officer (WSHO)

Roles & 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
• Candidate with HDB experience would be an advantage