EHS Manager

Comet Group; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Transport allowances

Car loan interest

Comprehensive medical insurance

Flexi benefits for health checks, etc.

Job summary

Comet Technologies Malaysia in Penang is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead the site-wide safety, health, and environmental strategies. You will ensure compliance with Malaysian regulations and global Comet EHS standards while guiding a growing EHS team in a high-tech manufacturing setting.

The role requires DOSH-registered Safety & Health Officer credentials, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, and a track record in multinational manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in OSH, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, or related field; master preferred.
• Minimum 12 years EHS experience, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• DOSH-registered Safety & Health Officer (Green Book) mandatory; ISO 45001 Lead Auditor cert; ISO 14001 adv.
• Experience in semiconductor/electronics/high-tech manufacturing; multinational exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-wide EHS strategy across Comet Technologies Malaysia and ensure compliance with Malaysian laws, ISO 45001/ISO 14001.
• Drive EHS risk management across manufacturing, engineering, R&D, facilities, construction, and contractor activities (HIRARC, JSA, chemical risk assessments, emergency prep).
• Lead regulatory compliance, audits, inspections, and certification activities with DOSH, DOE, BOMBA, and other authorities.
• Lead Malaysia EHS team and foster a proactive safety culture through training, safety campaigns, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and improve EHS and sustainability performance; report to Site Leadership and Global EHS Management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Master’s Degree in OSH / Environmental Management

Job description

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To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for the business area Group Functions at the Penangsite as a

EHS Manager

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.

In the Group Funtions, we support the market-oriented divisions with central services. We work together today on the solutions for tomorrow - in close cooperation with our customers and always with high quality standards.

What you will do

• Lead and execute the site-wide EHS strategy for Comet Technologies Malaysia, ensuring compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements, Comet Global EHS standards, and ISO 45001/ISO 14001.
• Drive EHS risk management across manufacturing, engineering, R&D, facilities, construction, and contractor activities, including HIRARC, JSA, chemical risk assessments, and emergency preparedness.
• Lead regulatory compliance, audits, inspections, and certification activities, acting as the key liaison with DOSH, DOE, BOMBA, and other relevant authorities.
• Lead and develop the Malaysia EHS team, fostering a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, training, safety campaigns, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and improve EHS and sustainability performance, including safety KPIs, incident investigations, waste management, energy and water consumption, and carbon reduction, while providing regular reports to Site Leadership and Global EHS Management.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree in OSH, Environmental Management, Engineering, or Business Administration is preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of EHS experience, including at least 5 years in an EHS leadership or managerial role, preferably within a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory DOSH-registered Safety & Health Officer (Green Book Holder), with ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification; ISO 14001 Internal/Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian occupational safety, environmental, and fire safety legislation, with hands-on experience in regulatory compliance, contractor safety, emergency response, and incident investigation.
• Proven experience in semiconductor, electronics, medical device, or high-technology manufacturing, with strong leadership, stakeholder management, analytical, and continuous improvement capabilities; greenfield manufacturing experience is an advantage.

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
• Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
• Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage