Senior Safety Specialist

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Seoul, kr on site Until 9/5/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 7, 2026 Last posted July 7, 2026
Job description

As the Senior Safety Specialist, you will ensure compliance with Korean workplace safety regulations and lead risk prevention initiatives. You will act as the operational expert for safety management, supporting the HR Manager and Health Responsible Person to maintain a safe and compliant environment for all employees, customers, and contractors 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Ensure a safe workplace for employees, customers, and contractors by preventing accidents and injuries. 
  • Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and implement preventive measures. 
  • Lead audits and compliance checks in line with the Industrial Safety and Health Act and Serious Accidents Punishment Act. 
  • Manage and follow up on incidents, ensuring legal compliance and preventive actions. 
  • Deliver safety training and awareness programs across teams. 
  • Act as subject matter expert to guide leaders and employees on safety decisions. 
  • Collaborate with HR, Facilities, Operations, and external authorities to ensure compliance. 
  • Provide transparent updates on safety KPIs and performance. 
  • 5–8 years of continuous experience with Korean safety regulations. 
  • Strong knowledge of compliance processes, audits, and reporting. 
  • Proven experience in risk assessment and corrective actions. 
  • Strong training, coaching, and communication skills. 
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. 
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We offer all our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a 25% staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.

In addition to this colleagues also receive:

  • H&M Group staff discount
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Celebration of Long Service Award
  • HIP - H&M Incentive Program for Long service employee
  • Childcare / Family Care Leave
  • Health checkup
  • Wellness benefit
  • Paid leave / Sick leave
  • Volunteer benefit
About this role

Summary

Ensure safety compliance, lead risk assessments, audits, and safety training for employees.

Job title

Senior Safety Specialist

Experience level

5-8 years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Seoul, korea; on-site work; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

safety regulationsrisk assessmentauditstrainingcommunication

Preferred skills

hazard managementincident investigationsafety audits

Specializations

risk assessmentcomplianceauditssafety trainingsafety regulations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Seoul, South Korea

On-site City