Workplace Safety & Health Officer (WSHO)

Company Overview

Since its establishment in 1984, Kwan Yong Construction has grown into a company known for delivering award-winning construction projects across the public, commercial and private sectors. Our focus is to become a progressive organization whilst seeking growth opportunities and rising up to challenges. We foster strong relationships with our stakeholders to ensure that efficient and effective systems are put in place to achieve the best outcomes for the project. At Kwan Yong, our teams demonstrate professionalism, leadership, problem solving skills and most importantly, we are not locked into the old paradigm. Our focus on intelligent and competitive delivery, twinned with resources gives us the edge and ability to deliver work with passion and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the site safety team and subcontractors to implement company safety systems, ensuring compliance and effective risk management
• Collaborate with site operations staff and project managers to address safety and health issues, driving proactive safety solutions
• Supervise and promote safe conduct on site by identifying and rectifying unsafe work environments and practices
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to detect hazards and perform safety gap analyses to improve workplace safety
• Assist in reporting and investigating accidents to identify root causes and prevent recurrence
• Facilitate tool-box meetings to communicate safety updates and reinforce safety culture among workers
• Support safety planning and incident prevention initiatives to minimize workplace risks
• Assist in preparing for and participating in ISO OHSAS 45001 and ISO 14001 audits to maintain certification standards
• Liaise with government agencies, insurance companies, and auditors to ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Perform any other duties required under the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act

Job Requirements

• MOM registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO)
• Preferably with ECO licensed
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in building and construction safety management
• Proficient knowledge of ISO OHSAS 45001 and ISO 14001 standards
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage across departments and functions
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry activities and safety requirements
• 5.5 days work a week