Safety Officer - Lead

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

• 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 SO3
• With at least 3 years of relevant work experience in OSH and safety management.
• Preferably with ISO certification and/or experience.
• 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 (Marikina - Eastwood), Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM