Safety Officer

  • Kulai, Malaysia
  • RM4,000-RM4,500
  • Full-time

Job Description

  • Work Location / City:
    Kulai
  • Job Title:
    Safety Officer
  • Salary:
    RM4,000-RM4,500
  • Gender:
    Both

Job Description

Working Days & Time: * Monday – Thursday | 8am – 6pm * Friday | 8am – 5pm Working Location: * Kulai, Johor Job Requirements: • Diploma or Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or a related field. • Previous experience 2 years in a manufacturing environment is an advantage. • Knowledge of Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health legislation and relevant regulations. • Familiarity with HIRARC, risk assessment, accident investigation and emergency response procedures. • Good communication, coordination and problem-solving skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and safety report preparation. • Able to conduct workplace inspections and safety briefings. • Responsible, proactive, detail-oriented and able to work independently. • Willing to work with different departments to improve workplace safety. # Additional requirement: Where the position is a statutory Safety and Health Officer (SHO), the candidate must meet the applicable competency and registration requirements under DOSH/JKKP. Job Responsibilities / Job Duties: 1. Ensure workplace safety and health practices comply with applicable Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation and company requirements. 2. Conduct regular workplace safety inspections to identify hazards, unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions. 3. Assist in preparing and reviewing Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Risk Control (HIRARC) assessments. 4. Monitor employees' compliance with safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. 5. Monitor the safe operation of machinery, equipment, electrical installations and chemical-handling activities. 6. Investigate workplace accidents, incidents and near misses, and recommend corrective and preventive actions. 7. Prepare and maintain safety documentation, inspection checklists, incident reports and safety records. 8. Conduct safety induction, toolbox talks and safety awareness training for employees and contractors. 9. Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including fire drills, evacuation exercises and emergency response procedures. 10. Monitor the availability and condition of fire extinguishers, emergency exits, first-aid equipment and other safety facilities. 11. Ensure proper housekeeping and safe working conditions are maintained throughout the factory and workplace. 12. Monitor the proper handling, storage, labelling and disposal of chemicals and scheduled waste, where applicable. 13. Follow up on safety inspection findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented within the agreed timeline. 14. Assist management during safety audits, inspections and visits by relevant authorities, including DOSH/JKKP. 15. Coordinate with department heads and supervisors to promote a safe working environment and prevent workplace accidents. 16. Monitor contractor safety compliance and ensure contractors follow company safety procedures. 17. Maintain safety statistics and prepare monthly reports on accidents, near misses, inspections, training and corrective actions. 18. Perform other safety-related duties as assigned by management.