Safety Officer (Construction)
Health & Safety Management
- Monitor daily site activities to ensure compliance with HSE policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular site safety inspections and identify potential hazards.
- Ensure all workers use the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Promote a strong safety culture among employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
- Enforce compliance with safety regulations, permit-to-work systems, and site rules.
Training & Awareness
- Conduct safety inductions for new employees and visitors.
- Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions.
- Educate workers on hazard identification and safe work practices.
- Assist in organizing emergency drills and safety campaigns.
Inspections & Reporting
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports.
- Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and accidents.
- Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain safety records, inspection reports, and training documentation.
- Monitor the implementation and closure of corrective actions.
Site Safety Monitoring
- Inspect scaffolding, ladders, excavation works, lifting operations, and work-at-height activities.
- Ensure safe housekeeping practices throughout the site.
- Monitor the safe storage and handling of materials and equipment.
- Verify that subcontractors comply with project HSE requirements.
- Support site management in maintaining a safe working environment.
Emergency Preparedness
- Assist in implementing emergency response procedures.
- Ensure emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits are available and maintained.
- Participate in emergency drills and evacuation exercises.
- Coordinate with site teams during emergency situations.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Safety Officer in construction projects.
- Basic knowledge of construction safety practices and HSE regulations.
- Familiarity with risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident reporting.
Certifications (Preferred)
- OSHA Certification (30-Hour or equivalent).
- NEBOSH IGC (preferred).
- First Aid and Fire Safety Training certificates are an advantage.