Safety Coordinator

Your tasks

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing workplace safety and health (WSH) policies, procedures, and safety programmes at the hospital construction site.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, potential hazards, and non-compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure compliance with site safety rules and procedures.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing risk assessments, safe work procedures, method statements, and other safety documentation.
• Monitor construction activities, including work at height, lifting operations, excavation, and other high-risk activities, where applicable.
• Organise and conduct toolbox meetings, safety briefings, and safety awareness activities for workers and site personnel.
• Maintain safety records, inspection checklists, incident reports, training records, and other WSH documentation.
• Follow up on safety observations, corrective actions, and outstanding non-compliance issues.
• Assist in investigating workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe practices, and recommend preventive measures.
• Monitor subcontractors’ compliance with project safety requirements and report safety concerns to the relevant personnel.
• Assist in emergency preparedness activities, evacuation drills, and implementation of emergency response procedures.
• Coordinate with the project safety team and relevant stakeholders on workplace safety matters.
• Perform other safety coordination and administrative duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Workplace Safety and Health, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in workplace safety coordination, preferably in the construction industry.
• Possess relevant WSH training or qualifications required for the appointed role.
• Good knowledge of construction site safety practices, hazard identification, risk assessment, and safe work procedures.
• Experience in large-scale building projects is preferred; hospital or healthcare construction experience will be an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in preparing safety reports and maintaining proper documentation.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with site personnel and subcontractors.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.