To support the OSH Department in the delivery of its services, both internal and external, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and continuity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Implementation of Safety & Health Programs •Assist in developing OSH programs and procedures based on DOLE standards •Draft OSH policies, SOPs, JSAs, checklists, and documentation systems •Support rollout of LOTO procedures, signage systems, and SDS management •Coordinate compliance updates and program execution with the EHS Supervisor 2. Workplace Inspections, Monitoring & Risk Assessments •Conduct routine inspections of PPE, machinery, electrical systems, fire safety equipment, housekeeping, and hazardous materials •Assist in HIRAC, JHA, ergonomic assessments, and pre-operation safety checks •Perform basic environmental monitoring (noise, heat, lighting, air quality) •Track safety indicators, corrective actions, and document unsafe conditions 3. Training and Awareness Activities •Conduct basic safety orientations, toolbox talks, and pre-work briefings •Assist in training on PPE, fire safety, first aid basics, spill response, ergonomics, and electrical safety •Prepare training materials and maintain training records and matrices •Support safety campaigns and emergency drill facilitation 4. Incident Reporting & Documentation •Respond to incidents, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and assist in root-cause analysis •Draft initial incident reports and required DOLE submissions •Maintain OSH records such as inspection reports, audits, training logs, permits, and investigation files •Track completion of corrective and preventive actions 5. Regulatory & Environmental Compliance Support •Monitor adherence to DOLE requirements (OSH Program, SO deployment, committees, AMEs, accident reporting) •Track environmental permits (ECC, discharge permits, PCO accreditation) •Assist in compliance audits, DOLE inspection preparation, and documentation •Monitor waste management, hazardous waste transport, chemical storage, and emissions/wastewater requirements •Prepare compliance reports and safety performance dashboards 6. Client Coordination •Serve as point of contact for assigned sites and conduct regular site visits •Provide technical guidance and support in solving OSH concerns •Participate in OSH Committee meetings and coordinate with client HR/operations •Escalate high-risk findings, compliance issues, and urgent matters to the EHS Supervisor 7. Additional Duties •Participate in emergency response teams and drills •Assist occupational health personnel with medical surveillance activities •Maintain certifications and engage in continuous professional development •Provide administrative support for documentation, proposals, and invoicing
Qualifications:
Education & Certifications •Bachelor’s degree in Environmental and Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Science, Nursing, Engineering, or related fields •40-hour BOSH Training (DOLE) •Accredited Safety Officer 3 (SO3) – DOLE D.O. 198-18 •Accredited Pollution Control Officer (PCO) – DENR/LLDA •Preferably with First Aid and Basic Life Support certification (Red Cross or equivalent) experience •3–5 years relevant EHS experience, preferably in multi-industry or consultancy •Experience implementing OSH programs across multiple client sites
Skills & Competencies •Strong grasp of OSH legal framework (RA 11058, D.O. 198-18, updated OSH Standards, industry-specific guidelines) •Knowledge of key environmental laws (RA 6969, 8749, 9275, 9003) •Skilled in hazard identification, risk assessment, audits, and chemical safety •Proficient in machine guarding, electrical safety, fire safety, ergonomics •Strong analytical skills, communication, report writing, and client coordination •Proficient in MS Office and EHS management tools •Ethical, reliable, and able to work with minimal supervision •Willing to travel and conduct fieldwork