Independent Health and Safety Auditor (Contract)

Candidates from all over the world, including Asia, theUK,US, andEurope, are invited to apply.Fluency in English is required.

Position Type:Freelance / Contractor Annual contract for a 30-day assignment in Q1 2026, renewable every year

Location : Singapore (Client&aposs Headquarter)

Salary:Fees will be paid on a per-day basis of between S$400 to S$800

Travel:The role requires travel to different school sites in Asia (Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong) for on-site health & safety reviews. Accommodation and flight tickets provided.

Our client, a leading organisation in the education sector, is seeking an experiencedIndependent Health and Safety Auditor or Reviewerwho will be responsible for assessing and reviewing health & safety practices at various school sites within the organisation. This role requires conducting independent site visits to evaluate compliance with health & safety policies, offering feedback, and producing detailed, evidence-based reports. The reviewer will ensure that schools are adhering to established safety frameworks while considering the local context, and you will be responsible for reporting directly to key stakeholders, including the Head of School and the Regional Team. This position also involves fostering strong professional relationships with school leadership to support continuous improvement in health & safety practices.

This role is designed for anIOSH Chartered memberwith a deep understanding of health & safety practices and a consultative approach to evaluating and improving systems. As a Freelance position, this provides flexibility while maintaining a high level of responsibility for ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff at the schools.

Missions

• Undertake independent reviews and audits of health & safety practices at various school sites, adhering to an agreed schedule.
• Assess the schools practices against the agreed health & safety policies and frameworks, taking local contexts into account.
• Deliver clear, professional verbal feedback to school leadership following each site review.
• Produce high-quality, evidence-based reports that detail findings, including areas of strength and any risks or concerns.
• Identify and document effective health & safety practices that can be shared across the organisation.
• Escalate risks and/or concerns, providing a written account of all relevant information and evidence.
• Circulate reports directly to key stakeholders, including the Head of School and the Regional Team, on time.

Role-Specific Capabilities:

• Support schools in evaluating and improving health & safety practices.
• Be knowledgeable of regional policies and the specific context of each school.
• Use evidence to assess and report findings transparently.
• Maintaining transparency in all communications and avoiding a no surprises approach.
• Balance reporting with school-specific contexts and published safety criteria.
• Ask questions to gather full evidence and actively listen to staff.
• Provide clear, evidence-based feedback with no surprises.
• Creating a comfortable environment to get the best responses from staff.
• Adopt an open-minded, culturally aware approach and be prepared to challenge practices and deliver constructive, sometimes difficult, feedback

Qualifications

• Chartered Member of IOSH (or equivalent): Relevant certification is required to ensure competence in health & safety practices.
• Educational Sector Experience: Prior experience in the education sector is preferred and a solid understanding of compliance and safety protocols within facilities are necessary.
• Global Health & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with international health & safety regulations and cultural considerations for compliance in global settings.|
• Experience in Health and Safetyaudits and report preparation are required.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, to provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Cultural Sensitivity:Ability to understand and address cultural differences when evaluating health & safety practices globally.
• Fluency in Englishis required.

What the organization offers

• Accommodation and travel tickets provided
• Professional Development:Gain exposure to health & safety practices across various schools and contexts, contributing to continuous improvement in education environments.
• Competitive Compensation:Freelance payment of between $400 $800 on a per-day basis.
• Flexible Working Conditions:Freelance role offering flexibility in work hours and locations, involving both office and school-based activities.

If you are a qualified health & safety professional with a passion for ensuring safe environments in education, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now on https://enable.green/jobs/independent-health-and-safety-reviewer-singapore-249-25/ or explore moreHealth and Safety job opportunities