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Confined Space Supervisor

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Summary

Oversee confined-space work in Singapore to ensure safety compliance, permits, and emergency readiness under WSH regulations.

Job Description

  • Supervise all confined space work activities to ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations.
  • Conduct pre-entry briefings and verify confined space entry permits before work begins.
  • Ensure all workers comply with safe work procedures and wear the required PPE.
  • Monitor atmospheric testing results and ensure continuous gas monitoring where required.
  • Coordinate with Confined Space Safety Assessor (CSSA), entrants, attendants, and rescue personnel.
  • Stop work immediately if unsafe conditions or hazardous atmospheres are identified.
  • Maintain records of permits, inspections, and safety documentation.
  • Ensure emergency rescue procedures are understood and ready before entry.

Requirements

  • Possess valid WSQ Supervise Work in Confined Space Operation certification.
  • Knowledge of Singapore WSH (Confitted Spaces) Regulations.
  • Minimum 2–3 years' experience supervising confined space work.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Able to conduct toolbox meetings and safety briefings.
  • Familiar with permit-to-work (PTW) systems.
  • Willing to work overtime, weekends, or at project sites when required.

2. Confined Space Safety Assessor (CSSA)

Job Description

  • Conduct confined space risk assessments before work commences.
  • Assess atmospheric hazards using approved gas detection equipment.
  • Determine whether the confined space is safe for entry.
  • Recommend appropriate control measures to eliminate or minimise hazards.
  • Issue and endorse confined space assessment reports.
  • Advise supervisors on safe entry procedures and emergency arrangements.
  • Review confined space work activities to ensure continued compliance.
  • Maintain assessment records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

  • Possess valid WSQ Assess Confined Space for Safe Entry and Work (CSSA) certification.
  • Good knowledge of WSH Act and Confined Space Regulations.
  • Experience in industrial plants, marine, oil & gas, construction, or manufacturing preferred.
  • Competent in atmospheric testing and hazard identification.
  • Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
  • Able to work independently and make safety-critical decisions.

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