Job Description

Engineer / Sr. Engineer – EHS (Environment, Health & Safety)

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical) – Mandatory

• Diploma / Certification in Industrial Safety / Construction Safety from a recognized institute preferred

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) in construction projects, preferably high-rise residential or commercial building projects

Job Location

• Project Site

Role Overview

The Engineer / Sr. Engineer – EHS will be responsible for monitoring daily safety practices at the construction site and ensuring compliance with company safety policies and statutory regulations. The role involves identifying hazards, implementing preventive measures, conducting safety inspections, and ensuring that all construction activities are carried out safely.

The position will work closely with project execution teams, subcontractors, and safety supervisors to promote a strong safety culture across the project.

Key Responsibilities

Site Safety Monitoring

• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures.

• Ensure safe execution of structural works, formwork operations, reinforcement works, finishing works, and MEP installations.

• Conduct routine site safety inspections and hazard identification.

Hazard Identification & Risk Control

• Identify unsafe conditions and potential safety risks at work fronts.

• Ensure implementation of Job Safety Analysis (JSA), risk assessments, and safe work procedures.

• Recommend corrective actions to prevent accidents and unsafe practices.

Safety Compliance

• Ensure workers and subcontractors follow site safety rules, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.

• Monitor compliance with statutory safety regulations and company safety guidelines.

• Assist in ensuring safe use of equipment, machinery, scaffolding, and lifting operations.

Safety Training & Awareness

• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings for workers and site staff.

• Participate in organizing safety training programs and awareness campaigns.

• Promote safety awareness across all project activities.

Incident Reporting & Investigation

• Report accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to the EHS Manager.

• Assist in incident investigations and preparation of safety reports.

• Ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Contractor Safety Monitoring

• Monitor safety practices of subcontractors and labour teams.

• Ensure contractors comply with site safety requirements and safety procedures.

• Participate in contractor safety meetings and site safety reviews.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of site safety inspections, toolbox talks, incident reports, and safety observations.

• Prepare daily and weekly safety reports.

• Assist in maintaining statutory safety documentation and compliance records.

Technical Skills Required

• Good knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations

• Experience in hazard identification and safety inspections

• Familiarity with risk assessment and incident investigation procedures

• Understanding of construction activities and associated safety risks

• Proficiency in MS Excel and safety reporting systems

Preferred Skills

• Strong observation and risk identification ability

• Good communication and training skills

• Ability to enforce safety practices at work fronts

• Proactive approach toward accident prevention and safety improvement