Director, Global Safety & Health

Micron Semiconductors; Kampung Sekolah Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a Director of Global Safety and Health to develop and implement strategies ensuring employee safety and well-being. This pivotal role requires a strong leader with over a decade of health and safety experience, direct oversight of global safety initiatives, and a commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and analytical skills and a proven capability in managing cross-functional teams across multiple regions. International travel is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in health and safety, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of international safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead cross-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop global safety and health strategy aligned with company goals.
• Manage global safety programs and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with international safety regulations.
• Oversee safety incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Integrate safety and health into business processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Cultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health or related field

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

2mo ago , from MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE LTD

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

We are on the lookout for an imaginative and seasoned leader to take on the position of Director of Global Safety and Health. This role will involve crafting and implementing a comprehensive global strategy to safeguard the safety, health, and well-being of employees across all regions. The director will manage cross-functional teams, ensure adherence to international regulations, and cultivate a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a global safety and health strategy aligned with company goals and sustainability objectives.
• Program Development & Oversight: Develop and manage global safety programs, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident prevention.
• Compliance & Regulatory Affairs: Supervise and ensure adherence to safety and health regulations at the international, national, and local levels.
• Incident Management: Provide global oversight to investigations of safety incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and lead all aspects of corrective actions.
• Engaging with Collaborators: Work closely with site leaders, HR, legal, and operations to integrate safety and health into business processes.
• Coordinate global safety training programs.
• Establish benchmarks and dashboards to monitor safety performance.

Company Culture

• Promoting psychological safety and open communication across all levels of the organization.
• Advocating for diversity and equity in safety and health practices.
• Promoting a mentality of proactive risk management and shared responsibility.
• Supporting employee engagement through transparent leadership and recognition of safety excellence.

We believe that a strong safety culture is not just about compliance—it’s about caring for our people and empowering them to do their best work!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Science, or related field (Master’s or equivalent experience preferred).
• Over a decade of advancing experience in health and safety, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position on a global scale.
• Deep understanding of international safety regulations and standards.
• Proven ability to lead cross-cultural teams and drive global initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaborator management skills.
• International travel required.

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

To learn more, please visit micron.com/careers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.