Critical Risks Lead, APAC

JLL; Kampung Baru Tanah Hitam Chemor; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm seeking a Critical Controls Lead in Malaysia (Hybrid) to establish a critical controls management program across APAC. The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of HSE experience in high-risk industries. Responsibilities include designing frameworks, leading strategic implementations, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effectiveness. This position offers the chance to impact real estate practices positively in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of HSE experience in high-risk industries.
• Proven track record in critical control frameworks implementation.
• Deep expertise in high-risk activity management.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the Critical Controls Management framework.
• Lead rollout including pilot programs and sustained deployment.
• Establish critical control effectiveness measurement processes.

Skills

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Critical Controls Lead – APAC

Health, Safety, Security & Environment | JLL

Location: Malaysia (Hybrid)

Reports to: Regional Quality, Compliance & HSSE Lead, APAC

About The Role

We're seeking a strategic HSSE professional to establish and lead our Critical Controls Management (CCM) Program across APAC Real Estate & Management Services. This is a unique opportunity to build a multi-year program that will standardize how we identify, verify, and manage critical controls for high-risk activities across the region.

What You'll Do

• Program Leadership: Design and implement the Critical Controls Management framework across APAC, aligning global standards with regional operational realities
• Strategic Implementation: Lead a multi-phase rollout including pilot programs, regional deployment, and long-term sustainment
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with country HSSE leads, operational teams, and account managers to integrate CCM into existing systems
• Performance Management: Establish critical control effectiveness measurement processes and reporting mechanisms for leadership visibility
• Cross-functional Alignment: Coordinate with global HSSE teams and other business lines to ensure consistency and leverage shared learnings
• Capacity Building: Support country teams in identifying critical risks and controls, providing guidance materials and training programs

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 8 years HSE experience with program leadership in high-risk industries
• Proven track record designing and implementing critical control frameworks across multiple countries
• Deep expertise in high-risk activity management and control verification
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management across complex organizations
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders across geographies

Why Join Us

Join JLL's mission to shape the future of real estate for a better world. This role offers the opportunity to build something impactful from the ground up while working with diverse teams across the dynamic APAC region.