Safety Manager

Key Responsibilities

Primary Workplace Address: 77 International Road

Safety Leadership & Management

• Lead the development, implementation, and continual improvement of the company's Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) Management System.
• Establish safety objectives, initiatives, policies, and programmes to enhance workplace safety performance.
• Advise Management on all WSH and fire safety matters, including risk mitigation measures and compliance requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, awareness campaigns, training, and leadership initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with the Workplace Safety and Health Act, Workplace Safety and Health Regulations, Fire Safety Act, MOM requirements, SCDF requirements, and other applicable statutory obligations.
• Review and update safety policies, procedures, and systems to align with legislative and industry best practices.
• Serve as the key liaison with regulatory authorities, clients, auditors, consultants, and external stakeholders on all safety and fire safety matters.
• Lead internal and external safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Risk Management & Operational Safety

• Lead the preparation, review, and implementation of Risk Assessments (RA), Safe Work Procedures (SWP), Method Statements, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems.
• Oversee safety inspections and audits for factory and project site operations, including: Machinery and equipment safety, Welding and hot work activities, Metal fabrication processes, Lifting operations and crane activities, Installation works, Work-at-Height activities, Contractor operations
• Identify safety risks, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and operational hazards, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and ensure compliance with company safety requirements.

Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses, occupational illnesses, and fire-related incidents.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Monitor incident trends and safety performance indicators, providing regular reports and recommendations to Management.

Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness

• Oversee the company's fire safety management programme and ensure compliance with Fire Safety Act requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, fire prevention programmes, and crisis management initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate fire drills, emergency exercises, and evacuation exercises.
• Ensure fire protection systems, emergency equipment, and firefighting measures are properly maintained and periodically inspected.
• Coordinate with the appointed Fire Safety Manager and relevant stakeholders on fire safety compliance matters.
• Manage fire safety audits and inspections conducted by SCDF or other regulatory authorities.

Safety Training & Awareness

• Develop and implement WSH and fire safety training programmes for employees, supervisors, contractors, and visitors.
• Conduct and oversee toolbox meetings, safety briefings, induction programmes, and awareness campaigns.
• Drive behavioural safety initiatives and encourage employee participation in workplace safety improvement efforts.

Documentation & Management Systems

• Maintain and review all safety-related records, inspection reports, incident reports, training records, statutory documentation, and compliance registers.
• Prepare and present monthly safety reports, KPIs, trend analyses, and management updates.
• Lead and maintain certification programmes such as bizSAFE, ISO 45001, and other applicable safety management systems.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in management meetings and provide strategic recommendations on safety and compliance matters.
• Support operational departments in achieving safety and business objectives.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Senior Management.

Requirements

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Workplace Safety & Health, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) recognised by MOM is preferred.
• Specialist Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety & Health will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant safety experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, construction, engineering, or heavy industry.
• At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial safety role.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing Workplace Safety & Health Management Systems.
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, safety audits, contractor management, and incident investigations.
• Experience overseeing both factory and project site safety operations.

Certifications

Possession of the following certifications will be advantageous:

• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO)
• Risk Management Certificate
• Work-at-Height Assessor / Manager
• Occupational First Aid
• bizSAFE certification
• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
• Registered Fire Safety Manager (FSM) recognised by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
• Candidates holding both WSHO and FSM certifications will be highly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of Singapore WSH legislation, Fire Safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Strong risk assessment, auditing, and incident investigation skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with regulatory authorities, clients, contractors, workers, and senior management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, training, and report-writing skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing, metalworks, fabrication, welding, hot works, lifting operations, and work-at-height activities.
• Experience managing ISO 45001, bizSAFE, and other safety management systems.
• Experience leading fire safety programmes and emergency response planning.
• Strong contractor safety management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven track record in improving workplace safety performance and strengthening organisational safety culture.

Reporting Line

Reports to: General Manager / Site Director / Head of Safety