Safety Coordinator

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and advice on Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) non-compliance issues and unsafe work practices.
• Monitor workplace activities and identify potential safety hazards, non-compliance issues, and unsafe conditions.
• Notify relevant personnel of emergency situations and potential incident escalations.
• Support and implement WSH programs, initiatives, and risk control measures.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze WSH-related data, including performance metrics, workplace conditions, and safety practices.
• Conduct emergency response exercises and drills to ensure preparedness.
• Perform routine safety inspections and audits of work activities across departments.
• Facilitate safety inductions, orientations, and awareness programs for employees and contractors.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions to prevent the recurrence of incidents and accidents.
• Communicate WSH regulatory requirements, company policies, and safe work procedures relevant to employees work areas.
• Respond effectively to emergencies in accordance with the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP).
• Ensure compliance with established WSH policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Assist in incident and accident investigations by gathering information, analyzing findings, and preparing reports.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions implemented.
• Alert personnel to potential health hazards, including exposure to harmful gases, fumes, and other workplace risks.
• Participate in WSH inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Report safety concerns, unsafe conditions, and non-compliance issues to management and relevant stakeholders promptly.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to workplace incidents and accidents.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workplace safety performance and risk management practices.

Job Requirements

• Possess the required certification(s) for a Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Coordinator.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge of construction site safety regulations, procedures, and best practices.
• Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.