Site Safety Officer / EHS Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Site Safety Officer (SSO) / EHS Engineer to implement and manage comprehensive workplace Health, Safety, and Environment (EHS) programs at our construction and engineering project sites, particularly within semiconductor and M&E environments. The role requires strong knowledge of Malaysian statutory requirements (OSHA 1994, FMA 1967, DOSH, CIDB) and the ability to enforce compliance across all stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and enforce EHS policies, safety management systems, and safe work procedures
• Prepare safety-related documents including Safety Work Method Statements, Emergency Response Plans, HIRARC, and other statutory submissions
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 1994, Factories and Machinery Act 1967, USECHH 2000, DOSH, CIDB rules, and client safety standards
• Conduct EHS training, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and safety inductions for new workers
• Lead safety promotion activities and ensure PPE is properly issued, used, and documented
• Conduct daily site safety patrols, identify hazards, stop unsafe acts, and ensure corrective measures are taken
• Issue Safety Rectification Notices for major hazards and ensure timely close-out
• Maintain complete and accurate EHS documentation including daily safety logs, safety diaries, weekly & monthly safety reports, HIRARC & JHA records, and incident/accident reports
• Coordinate with clients, main contractors, and subcontractors on all safety requirements
• Develop targeted emergency response plans and conduct periodic drills (fire, evacuation, rescue)

About you

• 1–3 years of relevant site safety experience, preferably in construction, M&E, or semiconductor projects
• Must hold a Malaysia-recognized safety qualification, specifically Site Safety Supervisor (SSS) – Yellow Book (DOSH)
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding of Malaysian safety regulations, including risk assessment, hazard identification, accident prevention, and emergency response
• Hands-on experience in site safety patrols, hazard identification, and corrective action implementation
• Proficient in Mandarin, English, and Malay (written & spoken). Mandarin is essential for communicating with Mandarin-speaking clients and subcontractors
• Proactive, responsible, detail-oriented, and able to work independently on-site
• Willing to travel and be stationed at project sites based on operational needs