[ref. y57020521] Corporate Safety Officer

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring company-wide compliance with occupational safety and health standards as mandated by DOLE and other regulatory bodies. This role covers the implementation of safety policies, emergency preparedness, inspection coordination, and maintaining a safe working environment across the Head Office and all stores.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure full compliance with RA 11058 (OSH Law) and its IRR across Head Office and all RTM stores.
• Submit required reports such as WAIR, AMR, and Annual Establishment OSH Reports.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on workplace accidents, illnesses, and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with DOLE General Labor Standards (GLS).
• Coordinate and respond to DOLE inspections and compliance directives.

• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments in coordination with BD Maintenance.
• Implement and monitor 5S compliance at the Head Office.
• Investigate workplace incidents and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitate regular safety drills (e.g., fire, earthquake) across sites.

• Develop, implement, and review the company's Emergency Response Plan.
• Ensure availability and functionality of emergency equipment.
• Lead or coordinate emergency response teams at Head Office and store level.

• Establish and maintain Safety Committees for Head Office and stores.
• Serve as committee secretary or member, ensuring regular meetings and documentation.

• Conduct Mandatory OSH (MOSH) orientation for new and existing employees.
• Monitor and track designated First Aiders and Safety Officers in each store and Head Office.
• Ensure compliance with Fire Safety protocols and Emergency Response Team (ERT) requirements.

• Oversee daily office sanitation and hygiene compliance in coordination with Admin.
• Monitor facility conditions such as lighting, ventilation, water, and restrooms.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers for janitorial and maintenance tasks.
• Report and follow up on facility repair and improvements with BD Maintenance.

• Maintain safety-related records, certificates, and permits.
• Prepare and release safety-related memos and reports.
• Support the implementation of safety and health policies.
• Assist with administrative ad hoc tasks, including billings and fleet management.

• Bachelors Degree in a related field.
• Must be a DOLE-accredited Safety Officer 2 (SO2); SO3 is preferred.
• With at least 3 years of relevant work experience in OSH and safety management.
• Must have completed COSH/BOSH training.
• First Aider Certification is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of DOLE regulations, OSH Law (RA 11058), and GLS.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Willing to travel for fieldwork when necessary.
• Willing to work onsite at the Head Office, Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM