Job Description

• Certification: Must hold a valid Site Safety Supervisor (SSS) certificate—commonly known as the “Yellow Book”—registered with DOSH, as required under the Occupational Safety and Health legislation and relevant construction regulations.
• Competency: Must have successfully completed a DOSH-registered SSS course and hold NIOSH certification or other DOSH-recognised qualification.

• Safety Inspection & Hazard Correction:
   
  • Conduct regular inspections to detect and correct unsafe conditions or practices.
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  • Monitor subcontractor compliance and liaise with their designated safety personnel.
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• Documentation & Incident Management:
   
  • Prepare and maintain safety checklists, toolbox meeting minutes, incident and inspection reports.
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  • Assist in investigating incidents or near-misses and coordinating follow-up actions.
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• Risk Assessment & Safety Briefings:
   
  • Support development of project safety plans and perform HIRARC or JSA for high-risk tasks.
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  • Lead daily toolbox talks and safety inductions for workers and visitors.
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• Equipment & Housekeeping Oversight:
   
  • Ensure machinery, tools, and protective gear meet safety requirements and are properly maintained.
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  • Promote cleanliness and orderly site housekeeping practices.
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• Emergency Preparedness:
   
  • Assist in developing and implementing site emergency response plans.
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  • Conduct or coordinate emergency drills (fire, evacuation, spill response, etc.).
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  • Ensure workers are familiar with emergency procedures and assembly points.
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• Coordination & Liaison:
   
  • Participate in safety committee meetings and liaise with authorities such as DOSH, DOE, CIDB, and Bomba.
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  • Report findings and escalate urgent issues to management promptly.
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• Carry out daily site inspections and rectify identified hazards.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and safety briefings.
• Maintain safety-related documentation and inspection records.
• Perform HIRARC/JSA for high-risk activities.
• Investigate incidents and assist in emergency response coordination.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and condition of safety equipment.
• Support emergency preparedness through planning and drills.
• Promote best practices in site safety and housekeeping.

Job Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Malaysian construction safety requirements (OSHA 1994, CDM Regulations, etc.).
• Good communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Strong observational, reporting, and coordination abilities.
• Proactive approach to hazard identification and risk control.
• Confident in conducting safety training, inspections, and drills.

• Experience as a Site Safety Supervisor not less than 3 years in Construction Field.
• Registered with DOSH-registered Site Safety Supervisor (SSS) Yellow Book holder.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills