Safety Officer I / II in the Campus Development Office [Ref. A/589/09]

 

Duties

  1. Handle matters related to safety and enforce the University' s safety policies on construction sites;
  2. Conduct risk assessments and regular safety inspections to identify hazards and irregularities;
  3. Devise safety control and preventive measures jointly with project teams;
  4. Investigate accidents and propose safety improvement actions;
  5. Organize safety meetings, and prepare inspection reports and documentations;
  6. Ensure all safety rules and regulations are observed and complied with;
  7. Enhance safety awareness on site through safety training to workers; and
  8. Perform any other assignments related to health, safety and environment.


The appointee is required to perform shift duties and work irregular hours (including Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays).

Requirements

  1. A Bachelor’s degree/Higher Diploma/Higher Certificate in Safety Management/Occupational Health and Safety/Construction Management or Engineering-related disciplines;
  2. A practicing Registered Safety Officer (RSO) with at least 7 years’ post RSO experience in construction management, and a valid safety training course certificate (commonly known as “Green Card”) issued by organisations recognised by the Commissioner for Labour;
  3. Proficiency in MS Office applications (including Word and Excel);
  4. Good English and Chinese writing skills;
  5. Strong sense of risk awareness and responsibility; good communication skills; being self-motivated and attentive to details; and ability to work independently under tight schedules are required.
  6. Candidates with substantial safety work experience in construction sites or education institutions, and a Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (Construction Safety Supervisor) are preferred.


Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment as Safety Officer II.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311]. 

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk. The closing date is 27 February 2022.  Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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