Health and Safety Officer

About the role

The Health and Safety Officer will lead the development and implementation of occupational health and safety programs at VGU, ensuring a safe learning and working environment for staff, students, and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, review, update and enforce health and safety policies, procedures and guidelines in line with Vietnamese regulations.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for laboratories, classrooms, workshops, and other campus facilities.
• Monitor daily safety practices, perform inspections, and address non‑compliance issues promptly.
• Provide training and awareness sessions on occupational safety, fire prevention and emergency response.
• Maintain records of incidents, near‑misses and corrective actions, and prepare safety reports for management.

Required profile

• Technical engineering background (industrial electricity, mechanical, automation, electronics) or a related field.
• Professional certification in fire prevention and fighting.
• Strong knowledge of current Vietnamese safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience in workplace safety, environmental health, and fire safety management.

Required skills

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Fire prevention and fighting
• Industrial electricity
• Mechanical engineering
• Automation systems
• Electronics