Safety officer(Marine&Shipping)

Job Description

• Implement and maintain the company's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards (e.g., ISM Code, MARPOL, SOLAS, STCW, ISPS, ISO 45001).
• Keep management updated on changes to laws, conventions, and industry requirements.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, classification societies, and port/state authorities during inspections and audits.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and workplace hazard analyses.
• Develop and monitor corrective and preventive action plans.
• Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and incidents prepare detailed reports and lessons learned.
• Maintain records of safety performance and compliance metrics.
• Conduct and coordinate safety inductions,toolbox talks.
• Compile the annual safety training plan and organize and coordinate monthly safety training.
• Provide training on occupational health and safety procedures, emergency response, and compliance obligations.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability among staff and crew.
• Ensure readiness for fire, oil spill, pollution, medical, and security emergencies.
• Oversee implementation of emergency response plans and conduct regular drills.
• Monitor compliance with environmental regulations (waste management, emissions control, pollution prevention).
• Participate in company Emergency Response Team as required.
• Prepare vessels/sites for Port State Control, Flag State, ISO, and third-party inspections.
• Prepare and present safety reports, compliance updates, and KPI tracking for management review.
• Organise monthly safety inspection and submit reports.
• Organize special safety inspections and temporary safety inspections, and submit reports.
• Liaise and coordinate with respective government bodies for smooth vessels operations and turnaround in port related matters.
• Ad hoc works assigned by HOD.

Job Requirements

• Registered safety officer with MOM.WSQ Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health (Level C).
• Proficient in Chinese communication and writing.
• 3-5 years in maritime, offshore, industrial, or heavy engineering safety management.
• Familiarity with international safety conventions and industrial standards.
• Strong knowledge of safety and compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and training facilitation.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Key Competencies: Proactive and safety-driven mindset.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle regulatory documentation.
• Effective crisis management and decision-making under pressure.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.