Site Engineer

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, guests, contractors, and visitors. The position implements and monitors workplace safety programs, conducts inspections and risk assessments, ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations, and promotes a strong culture of safety throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Implement and maintain the company's occupational health and safety policies and programs.

• Ensure compliance with applicable DOLE, OSH standards, and other relevant safety regulations.

• Conduct regular workplace safety inspections and identify potential hazards.

• Perform risk assessments and recommend appropriate control measures.

• Monitor compliance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Maintain updated safety records, reports, permits, and documentation.

• Coordinate with government agencies and safety authorities when required.

Incident & Emergency Management

• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, near-misses, and other safety incidents.

• Prepare incident and accident investigation reports and recommend corrective actions.

• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of corrective and preventive measures.

• Develop and implement emergency response procedures.

• Assist in organizing fire drills, earthquake drills, evacuation exercises, and other emergency drills.

• Ensure emergency exits, fire extinguishers, alarms, first-aid kits, and other safety equipment are properly maintained and accessible.

Safety Training

• Conduct safety orientations for new employees and contractors.

• Organize and facilitate regular safety training and toolbox meetings.

• Promote awareness of proper PPE use and safe work practices.

• Provide safety reminders and recommendations to employees and department heads.

• Maintain records of employee safety training and certifications.

Workplace Monitoring

• Conduct daily or regular safety rounds and inspections.

• Identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions and recommend immediate corrective action.

• Monitor proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and free from unnecessary hazards.

• Coordinate with department heads to address identified safety concerns.

• Monitor contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with company safety requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports.

• Maintain records of accidents, incidents, inspections, training, drills, and corrective actions.

• Assist in preparing safety-related documents required for audits and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor safety performance indicators and recommend improvements.

• Maintain proper filing and confidentiality of safety-related records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Preferably with relevant experience as a Safety Officer or in a similar position.

• Must have appropriate DOLE-recognized safety training/certification, depending on the required Safety Officer level of the organization.

• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards and workplace safety practices.

• Experience in conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to conduct safety orientations and training effectively.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.

• Willing to conduct regular workplace inspections and respond to emergencies when required.

Key Competencies

• Occupational Health & Safety

• Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification

• Incident Investigation

• Emergency Preparedness

• Safety Training

• Regulatory Compliance

• Report Writing and Documentation

• Communication Skills

• Problem Solving

• Attention to Detail

• Leadership and Teamwork

Preferred Experience

Experience in hotels, resorts, construction, property management, facilities management, manufacturing, or other high-occupancy/high-risk environments is an advantage.

Key Performance Expectations

The Safety Officer is expected to proactively identify and address workplace hazards, ensure compliance with safety requirements, maintain accurate safety documentation, conduct effective safety training and drills, and help establish a strong safety-first culture across the organization.

Pay: Php21,000.00 - Php30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person