Site Safety Supervisor

Overall Function

Responsible for overseeing and maintaining occupational safety and health standards at the construction site in compliance with applicable Malaysian legislation, company policies, project requirements, and client safety standards. The Site Safety Supervisor will monitor site activities, identify potential hazards, implement appropriate control measures, conduct safety inspections and toolbox meetings, and promote a strong safety culture among employees, subcontractors, and site personnel. The role also supports the Site Management Team in preventing accidents, incidents, injuries, and unsafe work practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

A. Site Safety & Health Management

• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, workplace inspections, and safety observations.
• Identify hazards and assess risks associated with construction activities.
• Recommend and implement appropriate control measures to eliminate or minimize safety risks.
• Ensure workers, subcontractors, and visitors comply with site safety rules and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with approved Risk Assessments, Method Statements, JSA/JHA and Safe Work Procedures.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at the construction site.
• Stop or report unsafe work practices and recommend immediate corrective actions where necessary.

B. Safety Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain and update site safety records, inspection reports, checklists, permits, and other relevant documentation.
• Assist in preparing and implementing the project's Safety & Health Plan.
• Ensure required safety documentation is properly maintained and available for inspection.
• Monitor compliance with applicable Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Coordinate with the Safety & Health Officer, Project Manager, Site Manager, consultants, and relevant authorities on safety matters.

C. Site Inspection & Monitoring

Conduct daily inspections of work areas, access routes, scaffolding, excavation, lifting operations, temporary structures, electrical installations, machinery, and other construction activities.

• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure appropriate safety controls are implemented.
• Follow up on safety observations, non-conformities, and corrective actions.
• Monitor housekeeping and site conditions to ensure a safe working environment.

D. Safety Training & Communication

• Conduct and facilitate Toolbox Meetings / Toolbox Talks and safety briefings.
• Assist in safety induction programmed for new employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Promote safety awareness and safe working practices among site personnel.
• Communicate safety requirements, hazards, incidents, and corrective actions effectively to workers and supervisors.

E. Emergency & Incident Management

• Assist in responding to workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, and emergencies.
• Participate in accident and incident investigations and assist in identifying root causes.
• Recommend preventive and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Assist in emergency preparedness activities, including emergency drills and evacuation exercises.
• Ensure emergency equipment, first-aid facilities, fire protection equipment, and emergency access routes are properly maintained.

F. Subcontractor & Contractor Safety

• Monitor subcontractors' compliance with project safety requirements.
• Review and monitor subcontractor safety practices and documentation.
• Conduct safety inspections and observations on subcontractor activities.
• Follow up on safety violations and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Promote consistent safety standards across all contractors and site personnel.

3. Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Diploma / Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Additional qualifications in Occupational Safety & Health will be an advantage.

Professional Certification

• Valid Yellow Book Site Safety Supervisor (SSS) registration with DOSH/JKKP, Malaysia.
• Relevant safety and health competency certification recognised by DOSH/JKKP.
• Additional certifications such as CIDB Green Card, First Aid, CPR/AED, Working at Height, Scaffolding, Lifting/Crane Safety or other relevant construction safety training will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in construction site safety supervision.
• Experience in building, infrastructure, civil, structural, M&E or property development projects is preferred.
• Practical experience in conducting site inspections, toolbox meetings, safety inductions, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Experience managing or monitoring subcontractors and construction workers is an advantage.

Technical Knowledge

• Good knowledge of Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) requirements and construction safety practices.
• Familiarity with risk assessment, JSA/JHA, HIRARC, Method Statements and Safe Work Procedures.
• Knowledge of construction activities, equipment, machinery, lifting operations, working at height, excavation, scaffolding, electrical safety and other high-risk activities.
• Good understanding of emergency response and incident reporting procedures.
• Willing to relocate and work at any site location, with no restriction to Kuala Lumpur or Selangor.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong observation and hazard identification skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks effectively.
• Firm, proactive and confident in enforcing safety requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Willing to work at construction sites and in a fast-paced project environment.
• Able to communicate effectively with workers, subcontractors, supervisors, consultants and project management.