Workplace Safety & Health Officer (WSHO)

SVP INTEGRATED ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a WSH Officer to oversee safety policies and ensure compliance with workplace regulations. Candidates should have a valid WSHO registration and a minimum of 3 years of experience in the local construction industry. Strong knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to lead teams is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Registration by MOM as WSHO.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience as a WSH Officer in the local construction industry.
• Able to work long hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain safety policies and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety & Health Acts.
• Conduct regular site inspections and manage safety issues.

Skills

Knowledge of WSH Act

Leadership

Independence

Communication in English

Education

WSQ Specialist Diploma in Safety & Health

Job description

Responsibilities:

• The WSHO is responsible for overseeing and maintaining safety policies, procedures and regulations to ensure site compliance with prevailing MOM safety acts and Regulations etc.
• Enforce and ensure all sites are complied with Workplace, Safety & Health Acts.
• Liaise closely with the Project Managers and Project Engineers on workplace safety, health and environmental issues to maintain a high level of safety at the sites
• Conduct and enforce WSH and In-House rules and regulations, inspections of safety work processes and follow up corrective actions where necessary to ensure workplace safety and compliance with approved Safe Work Practices (SWP).
• To ensure all sites compliance and good procedures/ practices in statutory environmental and health requirements at project site and requirement premises.
• Conduct regular site inspections and follow-up on all safety infringements and accidents and propose or recommend remedial actions to minimize the risk.
• Liaise and coordinate with relevant Authorities on all safety issues.
• Preparation and submission of weekly reports.
• Ensure safe work procedures implemented to control risk.

Requirements:

• Certificate of Registration by MOM as WSHO.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience as a WSH Officer in local construction industry especially in Building and Construction Industry.
• Able to work independently and/or lead a team.
• Good knowledge of WSH Act and other WSH related compliance.
• Able to work long hours and able to converse English.
• Must possess a WSQ Specialist Diploma in Safety & Health, or relevant degree.