Safety Coordinator

About the Project

Geoharbour Bangladesh Engineering and Construction Limited is engaged in the Matarbari Port Development Project (Package-1), a nationally significant, JICA-funded infrastructure project involving Civil Works for Soil Improvement and Land Development in Matarbari, Cox's Bazar. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Coordinator to support HSE compliance across our site operations.

Key Responsibilities

•     Implement and monitor the project's Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) plan in line with company policy, JICA safeguard requirements, and Bangladesh labour/safety regulations.

•     Conduct daily site safety inspections, toolbox talks, and hazard identification across all work fronts, including soil improvement, piling, and heavy machinery operations.

•     Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe operating procedures by all site personnel, subcontractors, and visitors.

•     Investigate incidents, near-misses, and accidents; prepare root-cause analysis and corrective action reports.

•     Maintain HSE documentation, statistics, and reports for submission to Project Management, Head Office, and JICA/consultant representatives as required.

•     Coordinate emergency response arrangements, including first aid, fire safety, and evacuation procedures.

•     Conduct safety orientation and training for new workers, staff, and subcontractor personnel.

•     Liaise with the client's safety consultants and relevant government authorities on compliance matters.

•     Support permit-to-work systems for high-risk activities (lifting, excavation, confined space, working at height, etc.).

Requirements

•     Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

•     Minimum 5 years of experience in a safety coordination/supervision role on large-scale civil, marine, or port construction projects.

•     Professional certification in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, or equivalent) preferred.

•     Prior experience on donor-funded (JICA/ADB/World Bank) infrastructure projects will be an added advantage.

•     Prior experience working on any JAPANESE COMPANY will be also an added advantage.

•     Sound knowledge of Bangladesh labour law and site safety regulations.

•     Strong communication, reporting, and interpersonal skills; working proficiency in English and Bangla.

•     Willingness to be based full-time at the Matarbari, Cox's Bazar project site.

How to Apply

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements are invited to send their updated CV, along with relevant certificates, to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for Safety Coordinator – Matarbari Project".

Application Deadline: 25 August 2026

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.