WSH Manager - Workplace Safety and Health Manager

WEE CHWEE HUAT SCAFFOLDING & CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking a Workplace Safety Health Officer to oversee safety, health, and environmental issues on project sites. The candidate will lead a team, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a strong safety culture. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and at least 6 years of experience in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental management. Good communication skills and knowledge of government regulations are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental field.
• Familiar with OSH/ISO documentation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safety, health, and environmental issues on project sites.
• Organize safety & health training and identify hazards.
• Lead a team of Workplace Safety Health personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Government Regulations

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering or Environmental, Health and Safety

Job description

Job Description

• Responsible for all safety, health and environmental issues on various project sites within the company.
• Organize safety & health training and promotional activities, identifying hazards and advising control measures.
• Supervise and lead a team of Workplace Safety Health personnel and interface with operational staff on safety matters.
• Manage a variety of environmental, health and safety (EHS) activities to ensure that the organization complies with external EHS regulations and standards as well as internal environmental policies and EHS management systems.
• Monitor environmental performance and identify risks or areas for improvement, conducting safety & health audits and on‑site inspections to identify workplace hazards and unsafe equipment practices and working conditions.
• Lead, direct, evaluate and develop a team of HSE professionals to ensure that the organization’s HSE strategies are implemented effectively and within established budgets and that the company complies with all relevant regulations, laws and standards.
• Initiate investigation into all accidents or incidents or dangerous occurrences and recommend corrective or preventive measures to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure that the environmental issues such as drainage, noise monitoring, pollution control and pest control are implemented in accordance with the statutory requirements and advise site staff accordingly.
• Advocate and inculcate a strong safety culture within the company.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or Environmental, Health and Safety or other relevant subjects.
• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental field.
• Good knowledge of Government Regulations relating to Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental areas.
• Familiar with OSH/ISO documentation.
• Good communication & writing skills are required.