EHS Safety & Health Officer

Celestica; Johor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Malaysia is seeking an EHS Safety & Health Officer to oversee safety, health, environmental and energy programs at the E&E and semiconductor equipment facility in Johor Bahru. You will ensure compliance with local laws, ISO standards, and RBA code requirements.

You will coordinate health surveillance with DOSH-registered physicians, manage CePSWaM duties, lead internal audits for ISO 14001/45001/50001, and drive energy-reduction initiatives while maintaining robust documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
• Registered Safety & Health Officer with valid DOSH Green Book.
• CePSWaM competency certified by EiMAS/DOE Malaysia.
• Lead Auditor status for ISO 14001/45001/50001 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety, health, environmental and energy management activities.
• Coordinate with DOSH, DOE and OHP for statutory inspections and screenings.
• Maintain ISO documentation, perform internal audits and drive CAPA.
• Manage cePSWaM programs, waste handling and regulatory reporting.

Skills

EHS management

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Bilingual English & BM

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

Registered SHO with DOSH Green Book

CePSWaM competency

ISO Lead Auditor certification

RBA Lead Auditor/Awareness training

Job description

Req ID: 140484

Remote Position: No

Region: Asia

Country: Malaysia

State/Province: Johor

City: Johor Bahru

Summary

The EHS Safety & Health Officer is responsible for executing, auditing, and maintaining workplace safety, health, environmental, and energy management systems at our E&E and semiconductor equipment manufacturing facility. This role ensures flawless compliance with local Malaysian statutory laws, ISO frameworks, and the labor, ethics, environmental, and health/safety requirements outlined in the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

Occupational Health & Medical Surveillance Programs

• Establish and oversee the annual Medical Surveillance program in compliance with the OSHA (Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to Health) Regulations (USECHH) 2000.
• Coordinate with DOSH-registered Occupational Health Physicians (OHP) to conduct statutory health screenings for workers exposed to hazards in the frame shop, chemical cleaning, and powder coating lines.
• Manage health monitoring parameters specifically linked to site hazards, including baseline and annual audiometric testing for noise-exposed workers (grinding shop), and targeted biological monitoring or physical exams for those handling powder coating particulates and cleaning solvents.
• Maintain confidential medical surveillance records according to statutory timelines and track fitness-for-work certifications for operations personnel.

Malaysian Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994 / (Amendment) 2022 and the Factories and Machinery Act (FMA) 1967.
• Serve as the primary liaison with DOSH (JKKP) and DOE (JAS) during site inspections and regulatory audits.
• Prepare and submit all statutory reports, including JKKP 5, JKKP 6, JKKP 7, and CHRA reports on time.

Competent Scheduled Waste Management (CePSWaM)

• Act as the site’s Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management (CePSWaM) under Section 49A of the Environmental Quality Act 1974.
• Manage the generation, labeling, storage, and disposal of scheduled wastes resulting from welding, cleaning, and chemical powder coating lines (e.g., spent solvents, paint sludge, contaminated rags).
• Maintain accurate Electronic Scheduled Waste Information System (eSWIS) logs and coordinate with DOE-licensed concessionaires for waste collection.

Integrated Management Systems & Auditing (ISO 14001, 45001, 50001)

• Act as Lead Internal Auditor for ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 50001:2018.
• Maintain, update, and review all documentation, manuals, and procedures across all three standards.
• Coordinate external certification audits and ensure zero major non-conformances.
• Drive energy reduction initiatives and environmental sustainability programs to meet ISO 50001 targets.

Operational Risk Management & Heavy Fabrications Shop Safety

• Conduct comprehensive HIRARC and Chemical Health Risk Assessments (CHRA) specifically for heavy machinery assembly, high-heat welding, precision grinding, chemical cleaning, and powder coating ovens.
• Overhaul and enforce the Permit to Work (PTW) system for high-risk operations, including hot work, compressed gas handling, and confined space entry.
• Implement engineering and administrative controls for flash eye protection, localized exhaust ventilation (LEV) monitoring, particulate control, ergonomic heavy lifting, and noise pollution from grinding activities.

RBA & Corporate Sustainability Compliance

• Implement and uphold the latest RBA Code of Conduct standards across all facility lines.
• Lead preparation efforts for upcoming RBA Validated Assessment Program (VAP) audits.
• Manage corrective action plans (CAPA) to close any gaps identified during RBA or corporate customer assessments.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

Mandatory Qualifications & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or a related science field.
• Registered Safety & Health Officer (SHO) with a valid DOSH Green Book registration.
• Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management (CePSWaM) competency certified by EiMAS / DOE Malaysia.
• Certified Internal Auditor status for ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001.
• Formal RBA Lead Auditor or Awareness training certification is highly preferred.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of EHS experience inside a global electronic/semiconductor manufacturing or industrial equipment assembly MNC.
• Proven track record of coordinating RBA VAP audits and driving corporate industrial hygiene programs.
• Hands-on safety experience governing heavy fabrication workshops involving welding metallurgy, mechanical grinding, surface treatment chemistry, and electrostatic powder coating.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia to effectively lead employee training sessions and present metrics to corporate global stakeholders.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• RBA VAP Score: Maintain a high audit tier (Silver/Gold recognition status).
• Medical Surveillance: 100% on-time compliance for eligible employee health screenings and zero overdue actions from OHP reports.
• Audit Readiness: 100% on-time completion of annual internal audits for ISO 14001, 45001, and 50001.
• DOE & DOSH Compliance: Zero major non-compliance penalties, compound fines, or Stop-Work Orders under EQA 1974 or OSHA 1994.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

Company Overview

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CCS):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

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