Safety Officer

Safety Management and Compliance

• Implement, maintain, and review the organization’s Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Conduct incident investigations, identifying causes of accidents, and non-compliance with organizational and legal WSH standards.

• Perform risk assessments on identified workplace hazards and track the progress of corrective and preventive actions.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards through regular audits and site inspections.

• Advise the project management team on risk assessments, safety controls, and updates to relevant safety, health, and environmental legislation.

• Ensure the permit-to-work system is implemented effectively and monitored.

• Address safety-related complaints from residents or neighbouring estates and collaborate with the project team for timely resolutions.

• Take immediate action to remedy any non-compliance discovered during inspections and checks, documenting corrective actions.

• Ensure that all deficiencies observed during inspections or audits are rectified promptly.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date WSHE (Workplace Safety, Health, and Environment) records and liaise with relevant authorities when required.

• Compile and submit weekly and monthly WSHE reports to the corporate WSHE department, developers, and consultants.

• Issue WSHE instructions and safety correspondences internally and to subcontractors as necessary.

• Prepare and assist in applying for local and international WSHE safety awards.

• Monitor and track the effectiveness of corrective actions and improvements to ensure they are completed in a timely and effective manner.

• Review and update SMMs (Safe Management Measures) if recurring non-compliance is detected.

• Lead safety audits, inspections, and corrective actions to improve site safety and performance.

• NEA ECO certified

Requirements

• A Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) or Degree in Safety Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Additional safety-related certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001 certification) will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Safety Officer or in a similar safety role within civil construction projects.
• Proven experience in managing safety programs on large-scale civil works, including but not limited to roadworks, structural works, earthworks, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with handling subcontractor safety and ensuring compliance with safety regulations across various project phases.