The posting
Key Responsibilities
Primary Workplace Address: 77 International Road
Safety Leadership & Management
- Lead the development, implementation, and continual improvement of the company's Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) Management System.
- Establish safety objectives, initiatives, policies, and programmes to enhance workplace safety performance.
- Advise Management on all WSH and fire safety matters, including risk mitigation measures and compliance requirements.
- Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, awareness campaigns, training, and leadership initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Ensure full compliance with the Workplace Safety and Health Act, Workplace Safety and Health Regulations, Fire Safety Act, MOM requirements, SCDF requirements, and other applicable statutory obligations.
- Review and update safety policies, procedures, and systems to align with legislative and industry best practices.
- Serve as the key liaison with regulatory authorities, clients, auditors, consultants, and external stakeholders on all safety and fire safety matters.
- Lead internal and external safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
Risk Management & Operational Safety
- Lead the preparation, review, and implementation of Risk Assessments (RA), Safe Work Procedures (SWP), Method Statements, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems.
- Oversee safety inspections and audits for factory and project site operations, including: Machinery and equipment safety, Welding and hot work activities, Metal fabrication processes, Lifting operations and crane activities, Installation works, Work-at-Height activities, Contractor operations
- Identify safety risks, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and operational hazards, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.
- Monitor contractor safety performance and ensure compliance with company safety requirements.
Incident Management & Investigation
- Lead investigations into workplace accidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses, occupational illnesses, and fire-related incidents.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures.
- Monitor incident trends and safety performance indicators, providing regular reports and recommendations to Management.
Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness
- Oversee the company's fire safety management programme and ensure compliance with Fire Safety Act requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, fire prevention programmes, and crisis management initiatives.
- Plan and coordinate fire drills, emergency exercises, and evacuation exercises.
- Ensure fire protection systems, emergency equipment, and firefighting measures are properly maintained and periodically inspected.
- Coordinate with the appointed Fire Safety Manager and relevant stakeholders on fire safety compliance matters.
- Manage fire safety audits and inspections conducted by SCDF or other regulatory authorities.
Safety Training & Awareness
- Develop and implement WSH and fire safety training programmes for employees, supervisors, contractors, and visitors.
- Conduct and oversee toolbox meetings, safety briefings, induction programmes, and awareness campaigns.
- Drive behavioural safety initiatives and encourage employee participation in workplace safety improvement efforts.
Documentation & Management Systems
- Maintain and review all safety-related records, inspection reports, incident reports, training records, statutory documentation, and compliance registers.
- Prepare and present monthly safety reports, KPIs, trend analyses, and management updates.
- Lead and maintain certification programmes such as bizSAFE, ISO 45001, and other applicable safety management systems.
Other Responsibilities
- Participate in management meetings and provide strategic recommendations on safety and compliance matters.
- Support operational departments in achieving safety and business objectives.
- Perform any other duties assigned by Senior Management.
Requirements
Education & Professional Qualifications
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Workplace Safety & Health, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
- Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) recognised by MOM is preferred.
- Specialist Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety & Health will be an advantage.
Experience
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant safety experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, construction, engineering, or heavy industry.
- At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial safety role.
- Proven experience in implementing and managing Workplace Safety & Health Management Systems.
- Strong experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, safety audits, contractor management, and incident investigations.
- Experience overseeing both factory and project site safety operations.
Certifications
Possession of the following certifications will be advantageous:
- Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO)
- Risk Management Certificate
- Work-at-Height Assessor / Manager
- Occupational First Aid
- bizSAFE certification
- ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
- Registered Fire Safety Manager (FSM) recognised by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
- Candidates holding both WSHO and FSM certifications will be highly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
- Excellent knowledge of Singapore WSH legislation, Fire Safety regulations, and industry best practices.
- Strong risk assessment, auditing, and incident investigation skills.
- Ability to engage effectively with regulatory authorities, clients, contractors, workers, and senior management.
- Excellent communication, presentation, training, and report-writing skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Preferred Skills
- Extensive knowledge of manufacturing, metalworks, fabrication, welding, hot works, lifting operations, and work-at-height activities.
- Experience managing ISO 45001, bizSAFE, and other safety management systems.
- Experience leading fire safety programmes and emergency response planning.
- Strong contractor safety management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven track record in improving workplace safety performance and strengthening organisational safety culture.
Reporting Line
Reports to: General Manager / Site Director / Head of Safety
