HSE Officer

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HSE officer to oversee, implement, and continuously improve Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) practices at our Johor Bahru operations. The successful candidate will act as the authority on HSE compliance, ensuring full adherence to Malaysia’s DOSH legal requirements while fostering a strong safety culture across the organization.

Your role

• Lead and manage all HSE policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety and Health) regulations.
• Serve as the site Safety & Health Officer (SHO) and primary point of contact with DOSH and other regulatory bodies.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA 1994) and all applicable subsidiary regulations.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the HSE Management System, including documentation, records, and reporting.
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments, hazard identification, incident investigations, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Lead internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.
• Plan and deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and awareness programs for employees and contractors.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, drills, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports, HSE performance reports, and management reviews.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders (management, employees, contractors) and external stakeholders (DOSH, clients, authorities).
• Actively promote a proactive safety culture and provide leadership and mentoring to site HSE teams.

About you

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of competence in writing HSE reports, procedures, and statutory documentation.
• Well-versed in hazard analysis, risk assessment, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred (Added Advantage)

• Experience working in large-scale projects or multinational environments.
• Familiarity with ISO standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Experience managing contractors and multiple stakeholders on-site.
• Immediate starter

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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