SAFETY OFFICER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Dec 18, 2025 - The Safety Officer leads safety, regulatory compliance, and risk-management efforts, applying healthcare experience and expertise in policy and procedure development. This role requires certifications such as CHSP, CHEP, or CEM, strong analytical and organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS to interpret regulations and support compliance. The officer also uses strong communication and interpersonal abilities to coordinate with staff and ensure a safe, secure, and compliant healthcare environment.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Safety Officer Resume
  • Risk Management
  • Incident Investigation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Site Inspection
  • Emergency Response
  • Training Development
  • Document Management
  • Audit Coordination
  • Policy Implementation
  • Data Analysis
  • Team Communication
  • Safety Culture
  • Problem Solving
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Employee Engagement
  • Committee Leadership
  • Advisory Support
  • Safety Promotion
  • Team Collaboration
  • Meeting Facilitation

Summary of Safety Officer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Occupational Safety with 10 years of Experience

  • Proven experience in the oil and gas industry
  • Professional Certificates in occupational health and safety
  • In-depth knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
  • Experience in writing health and safety policies
  • Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting
  • Working knowledge of safety management information systems
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
  • Outstanding organizational skills.

2. BS in Environmental Health with 2 years of Experience

  • CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
  • Previous cash handling experience
  • Prior law enforcement, EMS, security, or military experience 
  • Be able to maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance
  • Be able to stand, walk for long periods at a time, and lift a minimum of 30lbs.
  • Be able to climb and descend stairways and run
  • Available to work varying days and shifts, including weekends

3. BS in Industrial Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Knowledge of or experience working in a theatre or equivalent experience
  • Current knowledge of COVID protocols for the performing arts sector
  • Familiarity with the Actors' Equity Association's protocols and those of the other creative unions
  • Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational/project management skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive attitude and approach to all responsibilities
  • Ability to quickly adapt to the needs of the organization and employees, as protocols change.
  • Strong commitment to working with diverse groups across gender expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, and class

4. BS in Fire Protection Engineering with 2 years of Experience

  • Speak and write fluent English
  • Good verbal and communicative skills
  • Good computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to write detailed incident reports
  • Be able to watch numerous computer monitors for 8 hours
  • Ability to stay calm during all types of emergencies
  • Previous security-related experience
  • Law enforcement, military, or security experience
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Be able to sit for up to 8 hours at a time
  • Be able to stand for up to 8 hours at a time
  • Be able to work shifts of up to 12 hours
  • Be able to drive/sit in a golf cart for up to 8 hours at a time
  • Ability to lift, move, push, and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
  • Be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
  • Must be able to walk around IMG’s 400+ acre campus
  • Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays

5. BS in Public Health with 8 years of Experience

  • Knowledge of Safety and security equipment/systems
  • Ability to manage ISO 45001, ISO 14001, EPS 2.0, and Blue Risk standards
  • Good interpersonal skills in verbal and written communication in English and Thai, counselling, and negotiation, time management, prioritizing of work, delegation and monitoring of projects and workflow, problem solving and decision making, networking, and building effective and cooperative internal and external relationships.
  • Skills in problem clarification and crisis communications for the company, and build good rapport with governmental officers, emergency mutual aid partners, and community leaders.
  • Be able to effectively transfer skills and technology to other staff

6. BS in Safety Engineering with 7 years of Experience

  • Experience in leading safety initiatives
  • Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety. 
  • Working in the construction/electrical field
  • Thorough knowledge of local government health and safety acts, policies, regulations, codes, and practices
  • Strong knowledge of commercial construction practices, techniques, and equipment
  • Competent level of communication skills with the ability to collaborate and function effectively within a team environment
  • Ability to support operations staff and achieve challenging goals, in addition to addressing safety matters with drive and urgency

7. BS in Chemical Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • Attained NVQ Level 4, or equivalent, in Spectator Safety Management.
  • Experience in a leadership role with responsibilities.
  • Significant safety officer experience with Major Events.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong planning and organising skills.

8. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience in an industrial organization in biotechnology/pharmaceutical/chemical/process industrial environments.
  • Knowledge of safety work permit systems
  • Insight knowledge in specific safety regulations (e.g., NEN3140, confined spaces, Loc-Out Tag-Out, etc.)
  • Skilled in working with MS-WORD
  • Work experience in an industrial environment as a Safety Officer.
  • Good communicator in the Dutch and English languages, both verbally and in writing.

9. BS in Civil Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in safety and firefighting operations in the oil industry or similar.
  • Good knowledge of written and spoken English.
  • Post-qualification experience in safety inspection/auditing and training with CLP and/or MTR projects
  • Good command of English, Cantonese, and Mandarin
  • Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Be able to work on the night shift

10. BS in Environmental Science with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience with AIMS or a similar resource, or a manpower planning tool.
  • Detailed knowledge and understanding of fatigue science, the FRMS manual, FTL, FRF policy, FACT, and the interaction between operational safety, prescriptive regulation, and the wider airline business.
  • Proven analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information in simple language.
  • Fluency in Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team, to predefined deadlines, prioritising workload
  • Adaptability and flexibility within a team environment.
  • Strong commitment to safety with appreciation for commercial business expectations

11. BA in Emergency Management with 7 years of Experience

  • Specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
  • Specialized experience related to the position has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, including bus collision investigation or accident investigation, transit industrial safety management, facility inspection procedures and safety protocols, and spill prevention and hazardous waste protocols.
  • Thorough knowledge of Federal and local regulations as they pertain to the principles, practices, trends, and methods related to occupational health and safety
  • Thorough knowledge of current and accepted safety practices and principles as they relate to municipal and state government.
  • Knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS) for transportation

12. BA in Risk Management with 6 years of Experience

  • Ability to communicate health and safety needs to all levels of the organization
  • Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in emergencies
  • Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills
  • Experience leading and managing a team 
  • Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns, and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses
  • Experienced in emergency response and currently holds First Aid and CPR certificates 
  • Experience in Worker’s Compensation case management
  • Strong passion for safety

13. BA in Criminology with 10 years of Experience

  • Good communication skills and speaking to workers (i.e., daily safety meeting)
  • Ability to establish a good working relationship with many different people, including owners, other managers, designers, supervisors, and craft workers.
  • Familiarity with computers and software programs, including Microsoft Office
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload
  • Ability to work methodically and independently
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to handle a high workload
  • Ability to handle high-stress loads
  • Knowledge of general mechanical, construction principles, equipment operation, familiarity with remediation of contaminated sites and contaminants of concern, and field sampling procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret the HSP, the APP, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1
  • Ability to prepare daily reports, inspection reports, prepare submittals, and review submittals.
  • Previous experience in safety
  • Familiarity with OSHA 1910 and 1926
  • Skilled in completing and updating safety records, deficiency tracking systems, and job logs
  • Familiarity with EM 385-1-1
  • Experienced in completing JHAs for construction, demolition, and remediation projects
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Lead awareness training
  • CPR/First Aid certification
  • Ability and experience to effectively train personnel
  • Familiarity with asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls, lead, and petroleum hydrocarbons.
  • Ability to prepare daily reports, inspection reports, and other submittals
  • Ability to review daily reports, inspection reports, and other submittals
  • Familiar with remote work in Arctic Regions

14. BA in Homeland Security with 7 years of Experience

  • Experience performing in a construction safety position for a minimum of 5 continuous years.
  • Must be familiar with USACE EM 385-1-1.
  • Experience supporting an asbestos abatement project
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
  • OSHA Construction Safety (30-hour) training.
  • Certified in Red Cross First Aid and CPR.
  • Direct experience in supporting excavation, heavy equipment inspection, scaffolding, electrical safety, confined space entry rescue, and demolition
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

15. BA in Psychology with 2 years of Experience

  • Demonstrate and maintain proficiency with firearms
  • Must maintain a valid Concealed Pistol License
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Must maintain certification in First Aid, CPR/AED
  • Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.

16. BA in Sociology with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in preparing and enforcing Safety Programs on large base maintenance contracts
  • Possess OSHA 10hr. OSHA 30-hour, CPR-First Aid certifications 
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Diligent with an analytical mind
  • Must be able to establish and maintain good working relationships with many different people inside and outside of the company
  • Ability to teach, mentor, lead, and maintain confidentiality
  • Experience with implementing policies and procedures for health and safety
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • High proficiency with MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to present and explain health and safety topics
  • Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices

17. BS in Health Sciences with 5 years of Experience

  • Knowledge of all applicable safety codes and regulations required, including EPA, DOT, OSHA, JCAHO, National Fire Protection Agency, and Centers of Medicare and Medicaid for fire and building codes.
  • Knowledge of basic statistical applications (i.e., Run Chart Application, Control Chart Application).
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and customers.
  • Be able to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents.
  • Be able to travel to various locations.

18. BS in Environmental Engineering with 8 years of Experience

  • Certifications in areas of Environmental/Regulatory compliance and safety
  • Certifications CHSP, CHEP, CEM
  • Experience in safety management, security management, risk management, emergency management, facilities management, quality improvement, or infection control
  • Previous experience in a health care facility
  • Previous experience developing policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of hospital/facilities management, clinical engineering, and/or regulatory standards
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Computerized Management System (CMMS) database applications
  • Analytical skills to comprehend and interpret complex regulations, perform data analysis, and communicate results to others
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills
  • Organizational and project management skills
  • Effective written, verbal, and presentational communication skills

19. BS in Construction Management with 4 years of Experience

  • Adequate knowledge of the cement and manufacturing industry.
  • Adequate knowledge of safety regulations.
  • Ability to adequately analyse an incident and proffer valuable solutions.
  • Ability to communicate incidents and emergencies clearly.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team.
  • High sense of responsibility and accountability.

20. BS in Marine Safety with 5 years of Experience

  • Basic law enforcement/security knowledge
  • Crisis management skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation
  • Skill in performing building security and lock procedures
  • Familiar with Word and Excel as well as the proprietary computer systems required to manage the tasks included in this job description.
  • Knowledgeable in Clery Act compliance
  • Trained in fire safety procedures
  • Certified in first responder training
  • Completed hazardous material courses
  • Knowledgeable in incident command procedures

21. BS in Occupational Health with 4 years of Experience

  • Working experience as a Safety Officer or similar role
  • Excellent knowledge of regulations and procedures related to the Occupational Health and Safety Management System
  • Excellent knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
  • Certification in OHS, Risk Assessment, Auditing and Inspection, and other related certifications
  • Excellent verbal and writing skills in English
  • Willing to work at Menara Thamrin, Jakarta Pusat

22. BA in Human Resources with 6 years of Experience

  • Proven experience as a safety officer
  • In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., IOSH/NEBOSH) and procedures
  • Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
  • Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
  • Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Working knowledge of safety management information systems
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Diligent with great attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
  • Certificate in occupational health and safety

23. BS in Technology Management with 7 years of Experience

  • Experience in Emergency Management, Occupational Safety, and/or Fire Safety.
  • Experience in a healthcare organization 
  • Experience in comprehending, interpreting, and implementing the requirements of regulatory agencies such as OSHA, TJC, and State health statutes regulating Safety and Environmental Health
  • Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all staff, including executives
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

24. BS in Applied Science with 3 years of Experience

  • Certified Safety BOSH/COSH trained
  • STCW course certificate/police (NOC) medical.
  • Previous experience working on projects.
  • Entry-level specialized in manufacturing/production operations
  • Excellent understanding of setting up safety systems
  • Commercial construction/fit-out site-based experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of relevant OH&S legislation and Standards

25. BA in Organizational Leadership with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in Health and Safety Management in Pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Certified with AK3U (Ahli K3 Umum) and ISO 45001 internal auditor certification.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulations and standards related to OHS.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics to the shop floor and senior management.
  • Fluency in English

26. BS in Industrial Technology with 3 years of Experience

  • Previous construction experience 
  • Initiative and Proactive approach
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Relevant health and safety qualifications
  • Ability to build strong relationships

27. BS in Hazardous Materials Management with 2 years of Experience

  • Experienced Employees specializing in Engineering
  • Previous residential experience
  • COSH Certified and knowledgeable in Safety Protocols.
  • Previous working experience in the related field 
  • Be able to work independently

28. BS in Environmental Policy with 9 years of Experience

  • Safety experience within the construction industry
  • Experience working in an industrial setting
  • Must have CHSC or CRSP designation.
  • Knowledge of current legislation and regulations within Atlantic Canada
  • Knowledge of safe work practices for the execution of work and operation of equipment
  • Knowledge of site safety and housekeeping
  • Knowledge of a preventative maintenance program for construction site equipment
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills
  • Must have experience working with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to lead and work with minimal supervision
  • Experienced in hazardous materials management and response protocols
  • Skilled in the use and maintenance of WHSCC-certified fall protection systems
  • Proficient in the erection and inspection of scaffolding
  • Trained in WHSCC-certified confined space entry protocols, techniques, and rescue plans
  • Skilled in maintaining records and statistics
  • Experienced in hazard identification, inspections, analysis, and control
  • Certified in Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS)
  • Knowledgeable in health and safety program content
  • Proficient in investigations and reporting
  • Experienced in occupational health and hygiene practices
  • Skilled in employee training and communication
  • Trained in emergency procedures and communication
  • Experienced in emergency preparedness and first aid

29. BA in Business Administration with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in the management of healthcare safety. 
  • Recent Life Safety Code certificate
  • Experience in the application of JCAHO Environment of Care standards
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Healthcare safety management experience

30. BS in Biosafety Management with 2 years of Experience

  • Work experience, full or part-time, in law enforcement, military, or security.
  • Demonstrate and maintain proficiency with firearms
  • Must maintain a valid Concealed Pistol License
  • Must maintain certification in First Aid, CPR/AED
  • Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.

31. BS in Applied Physics with 1 year of Experience

  • Basic knowledge of closed-circuit TV systems operations, including recording and monitoring. 
  • Basic knowledge of PC, operating systems, and word processing. 
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including use of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure. 
  • Ability to complete written incident reports or campus accident reports for Public or Risk management. 
  • Must be knowledgeable of campus rules and regulations, including CTCD safety policies, student code of conduct, and housing rules and regulations. 
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions. 
  • Must have the skill to operate security-type tools and equipment pertinent to the positions, including first aid and safety equipment. 

32. BA in Geography with 7 years of Experience

  • Qualification in an engineering discipline with a work-based qualification in Environmental Health and Safety or a qualification in Safety engineering, environmental engineering with a mechanical technical background. 
  • Local environment knowledge
  • Certificate in occupational health and safety.
  • Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety, and as a safety individual contributor with a track record of improved safety performance.
  • Strong communication skills, organisational awareness, and impact and influencing skills
  • Self-starter, effective time manager, and effective line manager.
  • Assertive, diplomatic, with a good appreciation of business and commercial issues.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, orientation in modern IT structures and processes. 
  • Proficient in English, written and speaking.

33. BS in Biotechnology with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience in the road construction environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships internally as well as externally.
  • Excellent skills in managing time, setting priorities, planning, communication, and organising, along with the ability to positively influence improved Health and Safety outcomes.
  • Ability to work on a FIFO/DIDO basis
  • Security or Law Enforcement experience, such as working on a Reserve Unit at a Police Department.

34. BA in Facilities Management with 4 years of Experience

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent guest service and organization skills.
  • Knowledge of safety equipment and supplies.
  • Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and standards.
  • Knowledge of Windows, Excel, and Word software programs.
  • Good analytical skills and detail-oriented.
  • Must be a self-starter and able to adjust to change.
  • Ability to develop and teach safety courses to groups of all sizes.
  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and be on-call 24 hours a day.

35. BS in Industrial Hygiene with 3 years of Experience

  • Cert IV in WH&S certification
  • Experience in a similar role working in construction
  • Strong understanding of the latest WH&S legislation
  • Be proactive, with a can-do attitude
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage deadlines
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

36. BA in Workforce Development with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role.
  • Experience in construction
  • People management experience.
  • Team player and able to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external clients.
  • Flexible to change and open to constructive feedback.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
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