Job Description

Our Water business is currently seeking a WSH Manager to be part of the team working on a mega water infrastructure project in Singapore.

The position oversees a team of in-house Workplace Safety and Health Officers and WSH professionals attached to the Contractors in project/program construction activities; contributes to the organization by leading the delivery of incident-free (Zero Harm) construction projects for the firm\xe2\x80\x99s external clients.

• Responsible for ensuring successful implementation of company and project specific safety, health, and environmental management program. Has a demonstrated understanding and application of the knowledge and skill (competencies) required of a Workplace Safety and Health Manager; mastery of individual competencies becoming evident in selected areas; a demonstrated understanding and application workplace safety and health assurance program; and is familiar with workplace safety and health as well as environmental acts, regulations, codes of practice and standards.
• Understands how projects impact the firm\xe2\x80\x99s and project\xe2\x80\x99s overall performance; provides motivation and direction to the in-house workplace safety and team as well as Contractors safety, health and environmental professionals, typically through multiple resident inspectors/site superintendents and construction managers. Decisions have an impact on the schedule/sequence of project activities, client and/or team satisfaction, risk profile, quality, health/safety/environment, and financial performance of one or more projects.
• Acts as one of the project\xe2\x80\x99s prime contacts with the client for the contract under management and is responsible for construction safety, health and environmental performance for the project.
• Works closely with overall project and construction management leadership to ensure successful delivery of the project.
• Supports the development of less experienced workplace safety and health professionals through active coaching and mentoring.
• Works closely with overall construction and Contractor management on coordination of inter / intra safety, health and environmental activities.
• Be responsible for safety, health and environmental aspects at site, providing assurance by accessing the implementation of contract specific safety, health and environmental system implemented by Contractors.
• Leads, manages, coordinates and safety, health and environmental initiatives through the multi \xe2\x80\x93 disciplinary construction project site team during site mobilization, execution, and demobilization activities, consistent with established project delivery safety, health and environmental specifications to ensure the efficient, and effective implementation of control measures established through risk management process.
• Schedule, coordinate and lead onsite safety, health and environmental management activities, which includes periodic inspections, internal audits, emergency response plan assessment, behavioural assessment, performance trend analysis, incident investigation, critical risk management, Life Saving Rules enforcement, Safe Management Measures monitoring, etc.
• Ensure safety, health and environmental expectations are delivered to the satisfaction of the client, while simultaneously ensuring that JACOBS\xe2\x80\x99s HS&E, quality, financial, risk management; business and policy expectations are met.
• Plays a role in the tendering activities leading to the award of the contract, especially those relating to safety, health and environmental management. This typically includes tender safety, health and environmental performance reviews, drafting safety, health and environmental requirements, post tender evaluations, interviews, clarifications and meetings.
• Ensure the construction activities of Contractors are executed in accordance to contractual and safety, health and environmental assurance requirements. Interfaces closely with the various safety professionals to ensure construction activities and works are in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Verify and approve evidence submitted by Contractors to justify their performance for the project\xe2\x80\x99s incentive/disincentive program.
• Providing safety, health and environmental performance inputs to overall project reporting on monthly basis.
• Evaluate field changes/reworks to Contractor and estimate relevant impact on safe execution with overall construction / project management for issuance of instructions.
• Manage storage and issuance of Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Equipment

Qualifications

To be a successful candidate, you shall possess:

• Minimum Specialist Diploma /Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s/Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Safety, Health, and Environmental Management or related field.
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer.
• Registered ECO, ECMO, and trained SDO would be an added advantage.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in managing safety, health and environmental aspects in large construction sites in Singapore. Experience related to managing the construction of large used water/water treatment plant projects contracts of similar size and complexity will be an added advantage.
• Skilled in developing environmental health and safety culture and practice.
• Able to manage safety professionals from various backgrounds.
• Well-versed in MS Office and carrying out presentations

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions \xe2\x80\x93 we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we\xe2\x80\x99ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You\xe2\x80\x99ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too \xe2\x80\x93 from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you\xe2\x80\x99ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals \xe2\x80\x93 all at a single global company.

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

Jacobs complies with the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP), including the prevailing guidelines on recruitment. All qualified applicants will be considered for the position regardless of age, race, religion, language, nationality, marital status, or family responsibilities.

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