Health, Safety & Risk Executive

The Health & Safety Executive plays a key role in building and sustaining a strong workplace safety culture across Singapore American School. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Safety, Security & Operational Risk, the role focuses on workplace health and safety compliance, ISO 45001-aligned systems, contractor/vendor oversight, risk assessments and internal checks and safety systems championing.

The H&S executive will engage and work collaboratively with all staff, facilities teams, and external vendors to embed safe practices and ensure collective ownership of risk management.

Position Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Compliance

• Support the review, implementation, and continuous improvement of the School’s Health & Safety Policy, ensuring consistency across the campus and divisions.
• Implement workplace safety procedures in line with the Workplace Safety & Health Act, Fire Code, and ISO 45001.
• Support the fire safety manager in monitoring and following up on notices issued and non compliances identified.
• Maintain a central repository of workplace risk assessments (operations, labs, maintenance, renovations).
• Champion and manage the Permit-to-Work and other safety systems for vendors and contractors.
• Provide guidance to staff exposed to high risk activities such as chemical handling, work from height and higher risk activities.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance checks to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions.
• Support investigations into workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring reporting and follow-up with MOM when required.
• Plan and support emergency drills, evacuation exercises, and fire safety compliance.

Training & Awareness

• Design and deliver workplace safety training (e.g., contractor induction, PTW, chemical handling, equipment safety).
• Provide ongoing training and refresher sessions for staff, support teams, and vendors.
• Promote a culture of workplace safety through awareness campaigns and continuous improvement programmes.
• Engage staff across divisions to strengthen collective responsibility for risk and safety management.

Vendor & Contractor Oversight

• Oversee safety compliance for contractors during summer works, renovation, and ongoing maintenance projects.
• Review and approve contractor risk assessments, method statements, and safety procedures.
• Work closely with Facilities and project managers to integrate safety planning into all works.
• Ensure contractors comply with all school safety and safeguarding requirements.
• Review and approve contractor risk assessments, method statements, and Safe Work Procedures.
• Conduct pre-start safety briefings and inductions for vendors working on campus.
• Track and enforce corrective actions for contractor non-compliance.

Risk Management

• Support the Senior Manager in developing and maintaining the Enterprise Risk Register.
• Identify hazards, recommend risk mitigation measures, and track follow-up actions.
• Contribute to the development of organisational safety and risk management systems aligned with ISO 45001 principles.
• Participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings and promote campus safety initiatives and programmes
• Conduct workplace risk reviews and propose mitigation strategies.
• Develop proactive campaigns and initiatives to improve awareness of safety issues in the campus.
• Contribute to business continuity and critical incident management planning.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education / Certification

• Degree or diploma in Workplace Safety & Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or related discipline.
• MOM-registered WSH Officer certification (preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems.

Experience

• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in workplace safety, risk management, and vendor/contractor oversight.
• Proven experience in managing Permit-to-Work systems, risk assessments, and chemical safety.
• Experience in conducting safety training and compliance audits.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of WSH Act, Fire Code, and safety management practices.
• Effective trainer with strong communication skills.
• Good IT proficiency (Google Workspace, incident reporting tools, spreadsheets).
• Collaborative and able to influence diverse groups of staff and vendors.

Personal Attributes and Characteristics

• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills: written, spoken and in presentations.
• Passion for people management.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills: a good listener with a collaborative management style.
• Excellent skills of self-management and a track record of self motivation and drive.
• Honesty, integrity, compassion, and a good sense of humour
• Reflective
• Professionally credible across all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to develop a sense of community and generate trust with all constituent groups
• Strong organizational and proven problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to develop and lead talented staff
• Ability to think strategically
• Cultural sensitivity

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete an asynchronous video interview and provide references from at least two current and former supervisors as part of the selection process.