Manager, Bus Safety

Company Overview

SMRT Buses Ltd, a subsidiary of SMRT Corporation, is one of Singapore’s major public bus operators. Anchored on our core competencies in operations, maintenance and training bus professionals, we operate bus services and manage bus depots and interchanges. As the second largest public bus service operator in Singapore, we strive to deliver the best‑in‑class commuter experience by valuing commuters as our operational focus, developing our people as a key differentiator and innovating as an enabling strategy.

We have set our core values to be Integrity, Service & Safety and Excellence. SMRT is committed to provide safe, reliable and comfortable service for our commuters.

Reporting to the Deputy Managing Director of Buses and the Director of Bus Safety, the Manager, Bus Safety will lead the Bus Safety Department, responsible for safe operations of bus services and enforcing Traffic Safety and Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards within the company.

• Regulatory Compliance & Safety Standards
  • Responsible for compliance with regulatory and contractual safety requirements set by the Land Transport Authority (LTA).
  • Maintain and uphold the ISO 39001 standard for Road Traffic Safety Management.
  • Keep the Bus Safety Management System updated across all relevant departments.
• Safety Planning & Risk Management
  • Conduct regular review of the Bus Safety Work Plan, including Safety KPIs; identify, assess, and mitigate risks to enhance safety in bus operations.
• Investigation and Analysis
  • Direct and/or participate in investigation of traffic accidents and workplace incidents, derive causal factors, and develop recommendations.
  • Maintain a digitalised database for analysis and trend identification.
  • Analyse accident reports to determine root causes and propose preventive measures.
• Safety Awareness & Engagement
  • Initiate, propose and implement Traffic Safety and WSH programs within bus operations to promote a strong safety culture among employees.
  • Provide expert safety management advice to internal departments and key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with authorities and agencies for Public Safety Awareness Engagements.
• Technology & Data‑Driven Safety Enhancements
  • Evaluate and implement technology solutions to enhance bus operational safety.

• Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) certification is preferred.
• Additional certifications (e.g., Fire Safety Manager, ISO Lead Auditor) are advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in workplace safety and health, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Thorough knowledge of WSH regulations and standards.
• Data management and use of visualisation software.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to advocate for safety and influence others.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities to assess risks and implement effective solutions.
• Experience in incident investigation and risk management.

• Good knowledge of Quality Management System.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills with ability to work across functional teams.
• Capable of working independently and under pressure of a tight timeline; self‑motivated, resourceful and organized.
• Willingness/required to work outside normal office hours and/or shift hours to perform audits.