Job Description

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITY: 

A. Legal and Competency Requirements (Malaysia)

• 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.

B. Key Responsibilities (Malaysia – OSHA Context)

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

C. Core Duties:

• 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

Competencies and Attributes:

• 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.

Qualification

• 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