Safety Coordinator

Job Title: Safety Coordinator (Singapore Standard)

Department: Workplace Safety and Health / Operations

Reports To: [WSH Officer / Project Manager / Site Manager]

Location: [Singapore / Islandwide project sites]

Job Summary

Assist the employer, occupier, or project manager in implementing the Workplace

Safety and Health (WSH) management system in accordance with the Singapore

WSH Act and its subsidiary legislation. The role focuses on site safety supervision,

risk assessment, incident investigation, safety training, and maintenance of

compliance documentation to ensure the workplace meets Ministry of Manpower

(MOM) requirements and minimises workplace injury risks.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Risk Management

Assist in conducting Risk Assessments (RA) under the WSH (Risk Management)

Regulations. Identify physical, chemical, biological, mechanical, electrical, and

ergonomic hazards at the workplace and recommend reasonably practicable risk

control measures (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative

controls, and PPE). Review and update RA records, ensuring they are retained for at

least three years.

Site Inspections & Audits

Conduct daily site safety inspections to verify that machinery, equipment, scaffolding,

temporary electrical installations, work-at-height activities, and lifting operations

comply with MOM safety standards. Issue corrective action notices for identified

hazards and follow up on rectification. Assist the WSH Officer with internal audits and

compliance checks. Audit Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

systems.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

Investigate workplace accidents, dangerous occurrences, and near misses under the

WSH (Incident Reporting) Regulations. Perform root cause analysis, recommend

preventive measures, and assist in the preparation and submission of incident reports to MOM where required.

Safety Training & Awareness

Coordinate and conduct safety induction for new hires, refresher training, and toolbox

meetings. Ensure employees understand workplace risks and Safe Work Procedures

(SWP). Promote a positive safety culture across the organisation.

Emergency Preparedness

Assist in developing and maintaining emergency response plans, including

evacuation procedures, first aid arrangements, and fire drills. Ensure emergency

equipment is maintained and serviceable.
Documentation & Record Management

Maintain safety inspection records, training records, incident reports, risk assessment

documents, and compliance documentation in accordance with MOM regulatory

requirements.

Work Injury Compensation Assistance

Support the management in the administration of workplace accident reporting and WICA-related documentation where required.

Education & Certifications

Possess a WSQ Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health (Level B)

or Certificate in Safety Coordinator Training Course (SCTC) from an MOM/BCAapproved

training provider.

A Specialist Diploma in WSH is an advantage.

Additional certifications preferred: Occupational First Aid, Lifting Supervisor Safety

Course, Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection, Assess Confined Space for Safe

Entry and Work, Managing Work at Height.

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as a Safety Coordinator,

preferably in [Construction / Manufacturing / Process / Semiconductor] industry.

Experience with Risk Assessment, Safe Work Procedures, and Permit-to-Work

systems are essential.

Knowledge Requirements

Strong working knowledge of the WSH Act and key subsidiary regulations, including

Risk Management Regulations, Incident Reporting Regulations, Construction

Regulations, Work at Heights Regulations, and Confined Spaces Regulations.

Familiarity with WICA claim scope, timelines, and compensation types.

Skills

Good communication skills in English. Ability to communicate in Mandarin and/or Malay is required to liaise with Mandarin-speaking and Malay-speaking workers, subcontractors, and stakeholders who may not be fluent in English.

Proficiency in MS Office and safety management software.

Strong risk assessment, incident investigation, and root cause analysis capabilities.

Physical Requirements

 Ability to walk, stand, and navigate construction or factory sites for extended

periods.

 Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, and work in various environmental

conditions (noise, dust, heat, heights).

 Basic physical fitness to respond to emergency situations.

Compensation & Benefits

 Salary: S$4,000 – S$5,500 / month (commensurate with experience and

certifications).

 Benefits: [Annual leave / Sick leave / Medical insurance / Other allowances].

We are committed to fair and merit-based employment practices. All qualified applicants will be considered based on skills, experience and job-related competencies.

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