Executive Manager, WSH Compliance & Audit Branch (Contract)

About the role

The Workplace Safety and Health Division (WSHD) is a corporate function that drives workplace safety and health excellence across NEA, overseeing WSH culture, governance, capabilities and compliance. As Executive Manager of the WSH Audit & Compliance Branch, you will plan and implement the organisation's Line 2 WSH assurance programme through risk-based audits and inspections, strengthen Line 1 capability and drive continuous improvement using technology and data.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and implement the Line 2 WSH assurance programme, conducting risk-based audits and inspections of WSH management systems and critical controls across Tier 1 and Tier 2 business groups.
• Guide Line 1 in planning and executing audits and inspections, and develop resources and engagement initiatives for frontline assurance and root-cause analysis.
• Analyse audit and inspection outcomes, identify systemic risks and trends, and present analysis and recommendations to Senior Management, including a WSH dashboard with real-time safety metrics.
• Develop, implement and review WSH manuals and procedures, and advise business units on management systems, regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to adopt WSH technologies, evaluate use cases and lead pilot initiatives.
• Manage strategic partnerships with external consultants and internal stakeholders to strengthen assurance capability.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in WSH management, audit and assurance, risk management, compliance or governance.
• Experience planning or conducting WSH audits, inspections or assurance activities and analysing findings for systemic risks.
• Registered WSH Officer (WSHO), ISO 45001 Auditor/Lead Auditor or Specialist Diploma in WSH (or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, capability development or project management is an advantage.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of the Singapore WSH, Environmental Protection and Fire Safety Act, subsidiary legislation, Codes of Practice and Singapore Standards, and WSH management systems and governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with excellent writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and build partnerships internally and externally.