Safety Officer

Qualifications

The following educational background and professional certifications are required for this role:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Safety certification such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent is advantage.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Safety Officer.
• Experience in the manufacturing or construction industry
• Good knowledge of ISO management systems, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management).
• Familiarity with other relevant standards, such as ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), is an advantage.
• Experience in conducting and supporting both internal and external audits.
• Knowledge of audit preparation, documentation, corrective action plans, and follow-up of audit findings.
• Ability to coordinate with internal departments and external auditors to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and other applicable standards.
• Ability to conduct regular site and workplace safety rounds.
• Comfortable working in the field and at operational sites.
• Strong awareness of HSE practices, risk assessment, hazard identification, and preventive measures.
• Active, responsible, flexible, and able to work effectively with different teams.Key Responsibilities
• Conduct routine safety inspections, field rounds, and internal HSE audits.
• Conduct regular safety rounds throughout the entire factory and production areas to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor workers’ compliance with PPE requirements and ensure that all employees wear the appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.
• Identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and potential hazards, and take prompt corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety policies, procedures, legal requirements, and applicable ISO standards.
• Carry out risk assessments and recommend preventive and corrective measures.
• Prepare safety reports, inspection records, audit documentation, and corrective action plans.
• Follow up on audit findings, safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions until closure.
• Support safety awareness programs, toolbox talks, inductions, and training for employees.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and other departments to promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with incident investigations and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.