WSH Safety Officer (Construction Sector)

Falcon Incorporation Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore seeks a Workplace Safety and Health Officer to implement safety policies and ensure compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, auditing, incident investigations, and training delivery. Suitable candidates will hold a Specialist Diploma and have at least 5 years of relevant experience in the construction industry, focusing on interior fit-out projects.

Qualifications

• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower.
• At least 5 years’ experience as WSHO in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore’s WSH legislation.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies and procedures in accordance with the WSH Act.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits to identify hazards.
• Report and investigate incidents, recommending corrective actions.

Skills

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety auditing

Training delivery

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

ISO 9001

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Implement and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and statutory requirements in accordance with the WSH Act, MOM & BCA regulations, and industry Codes of Practice

• Lead the development and review of Safe Work Procedures (SWP), Risk Assessments (RA), and Safe Work Method Statements

• Conduct regular and ad-hoc site safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs to identify hazards and unsafe practices

• Stop unsafe work when necessary and advise on remedial actions and take immediate corrective actions to eliminate or mitigate hazards

• Report and investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses, identify root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive measures

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date WSH documentation including training records, RA registers, inspection checklists, safety reports, and incident logs

• Conduct site safety inductions, facilitate toolbox meetings, safety briefings, and emergency drills

• Conduct safety committee meetings and safety audits for management reporting and provide guidance to the members in carrying out their safety duties

• Liaise with authorities, external and internal stakeholders on safety matters

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the company-wide Environmental, Health and Safety Management System

• Involve in ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and bizSAFE implementations and audits

• Proactively collaborate with relevant stakeholders to review and improve safety processes in line with industry best practices and promote a strong safety culture

Requirements

• Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health or related qualifications

• Registered Workplace Safety & Health Officer with the Ministry of Manpower

• At least 5 years’ experience as WSHO in the construction industry, preferably with prior experience involved in interior fit-out and/or A&A projects

• Strong knowledge of Singapore’s WSH legislation, codes of practice, and ISO standards (45001, 14001 & 9001)

• Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, safety auditing, and training delivery

• Excellent communication, problem-solving and reporting skills

• Able to travel and multi-task in a fast paced and dynamic environment