LEIGHTON ASIA, established in 1975, is a leading international construction company, delivers a portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects throughout Asia, operations specialize in civil engineering and infrastructure, rail, roads and tunnels, as well as building works.

We are a member of the CIMIC Group, one of the world’s largest leading international contractors and the world’s largest contract miner. Our Group Principles are Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery. Safety is more than a principle, it underpins everything we do.

As a leading construction provider, Leighton Asia is what it is today because of our people. Our people are the key asset driving the business. One of the Group’s highest priorities is to create a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for all our people.

We invite high-calibre candidates to fill the following position in Singapore.

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Job Duties

• Ensure that all work activities comply with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, site-specific safety plans, and industry standards.
  Monitor the implementation of safety measures and policies across all construction activities.
• Identify potential workplace hazards and ensure that appropriate risk assessments are conducted.
  Implement control measures to mitigate risks, including engineering controls, administrative controls, or personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work on accident prevention strategies by identifying unsafe practices and implementing corrective actions.
  Investigate accidents, near-misses, or incidents to determine their root causes and propose preventive measures.
• Conduct safety briefings, toolbox talks, and awareness programs for workers, contractors, and visitors on the importance of following safety procedures.
  Ensure that all workers are adequately trained and competent in health and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations related to WSH, including maintaining up-to-date records and documentation of safety practices and incidents.
  Ensure the workplace and work activities adhere to local regulations and standards like the Workplace Safety and Health Act (WSHA).
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure safety requirements are integrated into the project plan and execution.
  Communicate safety concerns and work with the relevant parties to implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular inspections of the construction site to identify unsafe conditions, hazards, and potential violations.
  Perform safety audits to ensure compliance with WSH standards and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Coordinate emergency drills and ensure that the site has adequate emergency response procedures in place, such as evacuation plans and first-aid provisions.
  Ensure fire safety equipment, first-aid kits, and other emergency resources are readily available and properly maintained.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating safety audits by external parties, including regulatory bodies or third-party auditors.
  Provide evidence of compliance with safety standards during audits, such as reports, training records, and inspection logs.
• Ensure that safety signage is prominently displayed across the site (e.g., hazard warnings, emergency exits).
  Verify that safety equipment like fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and fall protection gear is available, accessible, and in good working condition.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health
• At least 5 years of relevant working experiences in Singapore construction industry
• Ability to work independently, good safety knowledge and practices
• Good in reporting's, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to advice and coordinate with subcontractors, contractors and etc.

Interested parties, please apply with full resume stating present and expected salary in your application.  By submitting your personal data for recruitment purposes, Applicants understood and agreed that the Company may retain such personal data up to a period of two years for the recruitment of any suitable position within the Company.

Information provided will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants who are not invited for an interview within 8 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful for the applied post.

For more information about Leighton Asia, please visit our Leighton Company Website.