Safety Officer

The Safety Officer is responsible for the preparation, implementation, and strict enforcement of the Project Safety Plan, ensuring full compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards, site security controls, and regulated materials movement. The Safety Officer shall firmly implement the daily safety cycle and disciplined safety practices learned from our Japanese partners, ensuring consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement on site.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safety Plan Preparation & Implementation

➢Prepare, submit, and implement the Project Safety Plan including CSHP, Foot Traffic Flow Plan, Safety Signage Layout and Visibility Plan, Emergency Response Plan, and Materials Handling & Pull-Out Procedures.

➢Apply Japanese safety principles such as PDCA, 5S, and hazard anticipation (KY).

➢Ensure safety plans are approved, communicated, posted, and enforced on site.

2. Daily Safety Cycle & Toolbox Exercises

➢Lead daily toolbox meetings and safety exercises.

➢Conduct KY hazard anticipation, PPE checking, and work-specific safety discussions.

➢Enforce discipline and consistency in daily safety routines.

➢Document attendance, safety topics, and photo records.

3. Site Safety Implementation

➢Conduct daily safety inspections.

➢Enforce PPE compliance.

➢Monitor high-risk activities.

➢Enforce housekeeping and 5S discipline.

4. Materials Pull-Out & Security Coordination

➢Verify approved Materials Pull-Out Forms and Gate Passes.

➢Supervise safe loading and hauling.

➢Coordinate with warehouse, security, and building administration.

➢Prevent unauthorized removal of materials.

5. Temporary Substitution as Project Coordinator

➢May temporarily substitute as Project Coordinator when situation permits.

➢Monitor materials in and out and basic site documentation.

➢Ensure continuity of site operations without compromising safety authority.

6. Skeletal Force Leadership (Holidays / No-Work Periods)

➢Act as Site Safety and Security Lead during holidays or shutdowns.

➢Supervise skeletal workforce and security personnel.

➢Submit Holiday / Skeletal Force Monitoring Reports.

Educational Requirements

➢Graduate of Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or any construction-related technical course

➢ College graduate preferred

Certification & Training Requirements

➢DOLE-Accredited Safety Officer (SO1 / SO2 / SO3)

➢Valid OSH Training Certificate (per D.O. 198-18)

➢Basic Life Support (BLS) / First Aid Training – preferred

Experience Requirements

➢Minimum 1–2 years’ experience for SO1 / SO2

➢Minimum 3–5 years’ experience for SO3 or high-risk projects

➢Experience in construction, fit-out, or high-rise projects is an advantage

Technical & Professional Skills

➢Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards and construction safety practices

➢Ability to prepare and implement Safety Plans, CSHP, and risk assessments

➢Familiarity with Japanese safety systems and discipline (5S, KY, PDCA)

➢Capability to conduct safety inspections, audits, and toolbox meetings

➢Proficiency in safety documentation, reporting, and incident investigation

Core Competencies

➢Leadership and authority in enforcing safety rules

➢Risk identification and hazard anticipation skills

➢Strong coordination with project teams, subcontractors, and building administration

➢Decision-making ability during emergencies and abnormal situations

➢Effective communication and instruction delivery across all worker levels

Behavioral Attributes

➢High level of integrity and ethical conduct

➢Firm, disciplined, and consistent in implementing safety rules

➢Proactive and prevention-oriented mindset

➢Calm and composed during emergencies

➢Respectful but authoritative in dealing with workers and subcontractors

➢Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

➢Commitment to continuous learning and improvement, especially in safety practices

Work Location: In person