EHSS Specialist

Dexcom Deutschland GmbH; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health technology company in Penang seeks an EHS Specialist to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and enhance workplace safety. The role involves developing EHS programs, conducting inspections, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should hold a degree in Occupational Safety and Health and have 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and planning skills are essential. This position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on employee safety and environmental responsibility. A competitive package is offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the EHS field, preferably within manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.
• Registered Safety and Health Officer with DOSH is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations and corporate EHS Standards.
• Conduct workplace inspections to identify hazards.
• Develop, review, and revise EHS procedures and programs.
• Lead investigations of work-related injuries and safety concerns.

Skills

Knowledge of EHS regulations and corporate compliance policies

Strong communication skills

Planning and coordination skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related Science discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM)

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing‑technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Location: Penang, Malaysia

Meet The Team

The EHS Department plays a core role in building a strong EHS culture at Dexcom Malaysia to create a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace where employees can thrive. We develop and drive the EHS Management System to minimize business risks, ensure full regulatory compliance, and promote a culture where every employee takes ownership of safety and sustainability.

The EHS Specialist is essential to advance this mission by providing technical expertise, supporting day‑to‑day EHS programs, and collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams. This position is responsible for implementing operational risk control plans, conducting risk assessments and incident investigations, strengthening emergency preparedness, ensuring compliance with legal and other requirements, and supporting continual improvement in our EHS performance. As a hands‑on contributor, EHS Specialist helps turn EHS strategy into practical actions that keep our people safe, protect the environment, and enable operational excellence.

Where You Come In

• You work with cross‑functional departments to ensure business activities comply with relevant EHS regulations and corporate EHS Standards.
• You improve EHS workplace performance by promoting a positive safety culture, identifying and mitigating EHS risks, and implementing EHS management systems in accordance with regulations, corporate compliance policies, and standards.
• You conduct and coordinate workplace inspections to identify hazards and verify compliance with EHS requirements.
• You develop, review, and revise EHS procedures and programs to ensure they remain effective and up to date.
• You coordinate the implementation of EHS Programs such as EHS Orientation, Contractor Safety, Emergency Response Team Management, and other key initiatives.
• You review, investigate, and perform root cause analysis for work‑related injuries, illnesses, accidents, and safety concerns, ensuring that improvement actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
• You collaborate with various teams to review and approve designs of new equipment and modifications to existing equipment to ensure EHS considerations are incorporated.
• You perform other related duties as assigned that support the overall function of this position.

What Makes You Successful

• You have a Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related Science discipline.
• You bring 3–5 years of experience in the EHS field, preferably within manufacturing.
• You are familiar with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.
• You have experience leading an Emergency Response Team, which will be an added advantage.
• You are a Safety and Health Officer registered with DOSH, which will be an added advantage.
• You have strong written and oral communication skills, enabling effective engagement across all levels.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Your strong planning and coordination skills support successful execution of EHS programs and initiatives.