EHS Lead

Description

Job Responsibility

1. Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and work instructions in compliance with legal, customer, and ISO requirements.
2. Provide expert advice to management to ensure full compliance with safety, health, environmental, and security regulations, including company and statutory requirements.
3. Act as the key liaison with regulatory authorities (DOSH, DOE, MOH, AELB, Bomba) for inspections, reporting, licensing, and approvals.
4. Lead hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRADC) covering manufacturing processes, chemicals, equipment, and contractor activities.
5. Establish, implement, and monitor EHS programs such as MOC, CHRA, exposure monitoring, noise monitoring, radiation safety, and occupational health surveillance.
6. Manage incident and accident investigations, including root cause analysis, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and closed.
7. Plan, coordinate, and conduct emergency response drills and Business Continuity Management (BCM) exercises, including post-drill evaluation and improvement actions.
8. Oversee occupational health services, including clinic operations, first aid readiness, and compliance with health-related legal requirements.
9. Ensure all emergency response equipment (e.g., firefighting systems, spill kits, eyewash stations, first aid equipment) is available, inspected, tested, and maintained.
10. Manage contractor safety and ensure compliance with site safety requirements; oversee chemical handling, storage, labeling, and scheduled waste disposal in accordance with regulations.
11. Lead EHS audits, workplace inspections, and hygiene/food safety assessments; ensure findings are addressed and continuous improvement actions are sustained.
12. Identify training needs (TNA), implement EHS training programs, and promote a strong safety and health culture throughout the organization.
13. Lead EHS-related projects, provide technical support to cross-functional teams, and manage the Safety & Health Committee (SHC), including meetings, documentation, and follow-up actions.
14. Stay updated on EHS regulatory changes, supervise EHS personnel and medical staff, manage poison licensing and compliance, and perform any additional duties assigned by management.

Job Requirements

1. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related disciplines.
2. Certified Safety and Health Officer (SHO) recognized by DOSH Malaysia; Green Book holder is mandatory.
3. At least 5 years of relevant experience in the manufacturing or chemical industry.
4. Hands-on experience in chemical processes, regulatory compliance, inspections, and EHS management systems is an added advantage.
5. Strong understanding of Malaysian EHS regulations and ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 standards.
6. Practical knowledge of chemical safety, scheduled waste management, and emergency response practices.
7. Strong analytical thinking, investigation capabilities, and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to work independently while effectively leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams

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