EHS Manager

MEP Enviro Technology Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management solutions provider in Penang is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead Corporate Compliance, EHS, and Risk Control strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have at least 8 years of experience in EHS compliance and risk management. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with ISO standards and overseeing audits. Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential. This role contributes to our commitment to sustainability and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in EHS, compliance, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements including DOE/DOSH/BOMBA.
• Experienced in managing audits including ISO and TAPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Corporate Compliance, EHS & Risk Control strategies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulatory laws.
• Oversee internal/external audits and compliance policies development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory knowledge

Communication in English

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management of Safety & Health or Environmental Engineering Management

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Corporate Compliance, EHS & Risk Control strategies and operations.

Ensure compliance with ISO standards, DOE/DOSH laws, TAPA, RBA, and ESG frameworks.

Oversee internal/external audits, authority inspections, and certification assessments.

Develop and approve compliance policies, SOPs, ERM frameworks, and strategic plans.

Lead ESG initiatives and sustainability reporting.

Review and approve KPIs, compliance metrics, and departmental performance.

Govern corporate-level incident investigations and CAPA effectiveness.

Establish and monitor enterprise-wide risk assessments.

Oversee emergency response, BCP, and security risk control.

Represent the organization during authority and customer engagements.

Report compliance, risk, and sustainability performance to senior leadership.

Drive a culture of accountability, compliance, and sustainability across operations.

Job Authority

Approve and enforce Corporate Compliance, EHS, and Risk Control policies and governance.

Suspend or stop unsafe or non-compliant activities.

Authorise corrective and preventive actions and risk controls.

Endorse compliance and audit reports.

Decide on training needs and awareness programs.

Recommend disciplinary actions for major non-compliances.

Represent the company in authority/customer meetings.

Approve risk assessments, documentation, and SOP revisions.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Management of Safety & Health, Environmental Engineering Management or equivalent.

Minimum 8 years of experience in EHS, compliance, or risk management.

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirement (DOE/DOSH/BOMBA acts), ISO 9001/14001/45001/50001, ESG frameworks.

Experienced in managing audits including ISO, DOE/DOSH, TAPA, and RBA.

Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and governance skills.

Strong communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia (Chinese is an advantage).

High integrity, analytical abilities, and resilience in fast-paced environments.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
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• How many years' experience do you have as an EHS Manager?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of ISO 9001?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 101-1,000 employees

Established in 2005, MEP Enviro Technology Sdn Bhd, commonly known as MEP, is one of Southeast Asia’s leading total waste management solutions providers. We are primarily involved in the full recovery of scheduled waste comprising electronic waste, plastic, ferrous and non-ferrous metal, and waste management-related services.

Headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, our global footprint is evident in Asia and North America, including Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, Vietnam and the United States. With over 15 years of extensive experience in waste recovery and management, we are capable of delivering sustainable and cost-effective waste management solutions that meet our client's evolving needs and comply with Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.

MEPSB capabilities are backed and globally recognized with various certifications, including the ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, OHSAS 18001, Responsible Recycling Practices (R2) Certification, Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) Certification and MyHIJAU Marked.

Our business is expanding, we are looking for a potential candidate to join us.