Workplace Safety & Health Officer (WSHO)

Job Description

a) Report to the Project Manager. Responsible for the EHS systems and implementations.

b) The duties and responsibilities includes but not limited to the following:

• Implement, maintain, and improve the organization's WSH Management System.
• Ensure full compliance with WSH Act, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• Lead and supervise the EHS team in enforcing safe work practices.
• Conduct daily site inspections and audits to identify and correct hazards or unsafe practices.
• Monitor site EHS performance and report findings to Project Manager
• Ensure timely submission of EHS reports to management and clients.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures and EHS plans.
• Establish emergency preparedness procedures and coordinate with relevant agencies.
• Lead investigations for all incidents, near-misses, and recommend preventive actions.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and EHS training sessions to promote safety culture
• Support EHS programmes and initiatives.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of all EHS-related documents, reports, training logs, incident records, etc.
• Prepare and submit documentation for EHS-related awards and recognition programmes.
• Support internal and external audits for certifications
• Close audit gaps and ensure follow-up actions are implemented.
• Support other project-related tasks assigned by the Project Manager to ensure safe execution.

Requirements

• Registered WSHO with MOM
• Minimum 5 years experience as a WSHO, preferably in large-scale LTA projects
• Strong understanding of WSH legislation, codes of practice, and environmental regulations
• Experience in ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems
• Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills