Safety Officer (Plumbing & Fire Safety)

Job Summary

Safety Officer needed for a plumbing and fire safety contracting firm to oversee site safety compliance, risk assessment, and EHS documentation across live project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site safety inspections across plumbing and fire-fighting installation sites (residential, commercial, industrial projects)
• Ensure compliance with fire safety codes, NBC (National Building Code), and local fire department NOC requirements
• Monitor safe handling of pipes, welding/cutting equipment, pressure testing operations, and working-at-height activities
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety inductions for site staff, plumbers, and fire safety technicians
• Maintain PPE compliance and safety documentation (permits, checklists, incident reports)
• Investigate near-misses and accidents; prepare corrective action reports
• Liaise with site supervisors and project managers to resolve safety hazards without delaying project timelines
• Coordinate with fire department/statutory authorities for inspections and certifications where required

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Safety Engineering, or NEBOSH/IOSH certification (preferred)
• 26 years of experience in construction site safety, ideally with plumbing, fire-fighting, or MEP contracting background
• Working knowledge of fire safety systems (sprinklers, hydrants, fire pumps) is a strong plus
• Familiarity with site-level risk assessment and PPE protocols
• Willingness to travel between multiple active sites
• Good communication skills to coordinate with a largely blue-collar, experienced workforce