EHS Safety Lead - Industrial Automation Projects

Sophic Automation Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sophic Automation Sdn Bhd seeks a proactive Safety & Health professional to monitor site safety, support EHS plans, and ensure contractor compliance. The role covers inspections, incident investigations, training, and reporting across projects in Malaysia.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant OSH qualification (SHO preferred) and has strong communication and organizational skills to manage safety in a fast-paced project environment. Training and development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in OSH or Environmental Science.
• Engineering or related disciplines.
• SHO, Green Book holder or equivalent safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor site safety and verify adherence to safety standards and procedures.
• Support implementation of project-specific EHS plans, safe work practices and risk controls.
• Ensure contractors and suppliers comply with site safety requirements before and during project execution.
• Conduct routine site inspections, safety walks, and compliance audits.
• Lead or support investigations of safety incidents or near-miss events and perform root cause analyses.
• Maintain incident reports and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Deliver daily toolbox talks and safety inductions for new contractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate with supplier safety representatives and contractor supervisors; review safety performance.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly EHS performance reports and present metrics to project management.

Skills

Safety management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Emergency response

Documentation

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in OSH/Environmental Science

Engineering or related disciplines

SHO/Green Book or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sophic Automation Sdn Bhd seeks a proactive Safety & Health professional to monitor site safety, support EHS plans, and ensure contractor compliance. The role covers inspections, incident investigations, training, and reporting across projects in Malaysia.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant OSH qualification (SHO preferred) and has strong communication and organizational skills to manage safety in a fast-paced project environment. Training and development opportunities available.