Safety Officer (WSHO) – Plumbing & Sanitary

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections at plumbing and sanitary project sites to ensure compliance with the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act and company safety policies
• Prepare, review and implement Risk Assessments (RA) and Safe Work Procedures (SWP) for plumbing, sanitary and drainage works
• Implement and monitor Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems for high-risk activities such as work at height, confined space entry (e.g. manholes, sumps, inspection chambers), hot work (welding/brazing) and excavation
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox meetings and safety trainings for workers and subcontractors
• Advise Project Managers and Management on safety and risk control measures
• Intervene and stop work when there are unsafe acts or conditions
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses, submit reports to Management and relevant authorities (e.g. MOM), and propose corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of PPE, tools, ladders, scaffolds and lifting equipment
• Coordinate with main contractors' safety teams and attend site safety meetings
• Maintain safety documentation and records, and support bizSAFE certification and audits
• Liaise with regulatory bodies on WSH matters
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements

• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) with MOM
• Min. 2 years of experience as a Safety Officer or Safety Coordinator in the construction industry; experience in plumbing & sanitary or M&E works will be an advantage
• Good knowledge of the WSH Act, Codes of Practice and site safety requirements
• Certification in Confined Space Safety Assessor, Work at Height or Lifting Supervisor will be an advantage
• Willing to travel to multiple project sites islandwide
• Proficient in MS Office for reports and documentation
• Able to work with colleagues and workers of different levels, nationalities and cultures
• Good communication, interpersonal and advisory skills
• Attentive, diligent, independent and cooperative