Safety Officer

About the role

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving occupational safety and health programs to ensure compliance with company policies, local regulatory requirements, and corporate EHS standards. The role supports the development of a proactive safety culture through risk assessments, inspections, training, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain a safe and healthy manufacturing workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct HIRARC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Risk Control) activities to identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Review and update risk assessments regularly or whenever changes occur in processes, equipment, or work activities.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk control measures through routine workplace inspections, safety audits, and incident trend analysis.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions arising from audits, inspections, incidents, and observations.
• Coordinate and implement EHS campaigns, corporate safety initiatives, and compliance programs within the manufacturing site.
• Conduct safety induction, toolbox talks, and risk awareness training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Lead and coordinate EHS improvement projects such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Fire Prevention, Ergonomics, Machine Safety, and Chemical Safety.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to determine root causes.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, risk assessments, permits, and other EHS documentation.
• Prepare monthly safety reports, KPI updates, and management presentations as required.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Green Book (Registered Safety & Health Officer - SHO) under DOSH is preferred (or working towards certification, depending on company requirements).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Occupational Safety & Health within a manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian Occupational Safety & Health legislation and relevant statutory requirements.
• Experience in conducting HIRARC, incident investigations, safety audits, and risk assessments.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System is an advantage.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).