Safety Officer

Role & responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor workplace safety policies and procedures.
  
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards.
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations (OSHA, Factory Act, local laws) and company safety standards.
  
• Prepare Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessment Reports, and Safety Checklists.
  
• Conduct safety inductions, training sessions, and toolbox talks for employees.
  
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events; prepare investigation reports and recommend corrective actions.
  
• Monitor the proper use and availability of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  
• Coordinate and execute emergency response drills (fire drills, evacuation drills, and mock drills).
  
• Maintain and update safety records, documentation, and compliance reports.
  
• Promote a proactive safety culture, awareness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma / Degree in Safety, Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, or a related Engineering field.
  
• 3-7 years of experience in industrial safety, HSE, or EHS roles.
  
• Strong knowledge of occupational health & safety (OHS) standards, statutory compliance, and industrial safety regulations (OSHA, Factory Act, etc.).
  
• Experience in hazard identification, risk assessment (HIRA), and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
  
• Skilled in conducting safety audits, inspections, and accident/incident investigations.
  
• Proficient in safety training, toolbox talks, and promoting a safety culture.
  
• Knowledge of PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), fire safety, and emergency response procedures.
  
• Awareness of hazardous area safety (ATEX/IECEx) and environmental compliance.
  
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  
• Willingness to work in industrial environments, shifts, and emergency situations.