Workplace Safety and Health Officer
Responsibilities
- Monitor and enforce workplace safety and health requirements at construction sites to ensure regulatory compliance and worker safety
- Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement control measures
- Identify workplace hazards and recommend effective control measures to mitigate risks
- Lead safety briefings, toolbox meetings, and worker inductions to communicate safety protocols and foster awareness
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, analyze causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Ensure compliance with WSH regulations, Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and site safety procedures
- Maintain accurate safety records, reports, permits, and inspection documentation for audit and compliance purposes
- Coordinate safety matters with project teams, subcontractors, and relevant authorities to align safety efforts
- Promote a strong safety culture by driving corrective actions and continuous safety improvements
Required competencies and certifications
- Relevant Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) certification/registration as required by law or regulation
- Minimum 2–5 years of relevant construction safety experience demonstrating effective safety management
- Good knowledge of Singapore WSH regulations and safety requirements to ensure compliance and best practices
- Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills to effectively manage safety issues and collaborate with stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and manage site safety matters proactively