Safety Manager jobs in Singapore

The Safety Manager is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and management of the company's Safety, Health, and Environmental programs for all LMA activities in Singapore. The manager will ensure full compliance with US Navy regulations, host nation laws, and company policies, working to minimize risk and promote a culture of safety excellence.

This role involves overseeing all safety related functions for shipyard, pier-side, and shipboard repair work.

• Program Management: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Safety management system that complies with US Navy safety and health requirements (including applicable NAVSEA and NAVFAC directives), OSHA standards, and Singaporean regulations.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure all project activities meet or exceed the requirements of the Navy contract, including adherence to approved Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), Accident Prevention Plans (APP), and other required documentation.
• Risk Assessment and Control: Conduct job site hazard analysis, risk assessments, and environmental impact assessments for all LMA activities, including work on U.S. Navy ships deployed in the 7th Fleet Area of Operations.
• Inspections and Audits: Conduct frequent and regular (at least weekly) safety inspections of worksites, materials, and equipment. Participate in and support US Navy audits and inspections.
• Incident Investigation: Lead the investigation of all safety incidents, and near misses. Develop and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Training and Mentorship: Develop and deliver mandatory Safety training programs for all employees, including new hire orientation, specialized training (e.g., confined space, fall protection, lockout/tagout), and ongoing refresher training.
• Emergency Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans for safety incidents and coordinate with US Navy and local authorities as needed.
• Record Keeping: Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all Safety-related activities, including training records, inspection reports, and incident logs. Knowledge of US Navy systems such as ESAMS and RMI is a plus.
• Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison for Safety issues with US Navy personnel, contracting officers, and other stakeholders.

• Experience
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in managing safety and occupational health programs on US military or DoD contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience managing health and environmental compliance in an international setting, with knowledge of Singaporean regulations preferred.
• Education
  • A Bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Skills
  • Knowledge of OSHA, NAVSEA, NAVFAC, and other relevant US Government Safety regulations.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and with Navy customers.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide teams towards safety excellence.
• Security: Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

• Certification
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent certification.

Full-Time Salary Range: $90,373 - $153,634. Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.