Chief Standards, Compliance & ESG Leader

MindMerge Consulting; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

MindMerge Consulting in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced General Manager, Standards & Compliance to lead governance across QA, system assurance, OSHE, IMS, ESG and regulatory compliance.

The role provides strategic oversight for major projects and operational assets, advising senior leadership and driving risk-based assurance, continuous improvement and sustainability throughout the asset lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in quality, system assurance, safety, environment, regulatory compliance, sustainability.
• At least 7 years in a senior leadership role with enterprise-wide or multi-project accountability.
• Substantial experience in complex capital projects and operational assets, preferably metro rail/transport.
• Strong track record in establishing integrated compliance and assurance frameworks.
• Experience with ESG principles and sustainability reporting would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Quality, Assurance, OSHE, IMS, ESG and regulatory compliance.
• Develop enterprise-wide governance frameworks, policies, and performance measures.
• Establish consistent standards across metro rail projects and assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Advise the Board and Senior Management on material compliance and ESG risks.
• Oversee audits, RAMS, design/construction/testing/operations lifecycle assurance.
• Lead ESG governance, reporting and integration into projects and asset decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Regulatory compliance

Quality management

OSHE

ESG

Audit

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Postgraduate qualification or professional certification

Job description

MindMerge Consulting in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced General Manager, Standards & Compliance to lead governance across QA, system assurance, OSHE, IMS, ESG and regulatory compliance.

The role provides strategic oversight for major projects and operational assets, advising senior leadership and driving risk-based assurance, continuous improvement and sustainability throughout the asset lifecycle.