Executive Security and Health Safety & Environment

DKSH; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Sabah is seeking an Executive, HSSE to lead the implementation and oversight of Security, Health, Safety and Environment programmes across Sabah operations. You will ensure compliance with corporate standards and legal requirements while coordinating audits, investigations and business-continuity activities.

You will provide HSSE guidance to site teams, drive incident investigations and KPI reporting, coordinate training, scheduled waste management and regulatory submissions, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (safety, environment, security or engineering).
• Minimum 5 years HSSE experience in logistics/warehousing.
• Experience implementing ISO management systems and regulatory programs.
• Experience in incident investigations, audits and risk assessments.
• Ability to lead regional HSSE programmes and manage multiple sites.
• Certifications such as SHO, TAPA FSR Auditor, NEBOSH are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSSE governance, audits, and compliance across Sabah.
• Coordinate BCP and emergency preparedness.
• Monitor HSSE KPIs and reporting.
• Support site readiness for audits.
• Coordinate training and competency development.
• Coordinate safety with contractors.

Skills

HSSE management

Audits & compliance

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

Training & awareness

Stakeholder liaison

Cross-site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Environmental

Job description

About The Role

The Executive, HSSE leads the implementation, monitoring and improvement of Security, Health, Safety and Environment (HSSE) programmes across DKSH Supply Chain Management operations in Sabah. The role ensures compliance with corporate standards and legal requirements, coordinates audits and investigations, supports emergency preparedness and business continuity, and drives operational improvement.

What You Will Deliver

HSSE Governance & Compliance

• Implement and improve HSSE Management Systems across East Malaysia.
• Ensure compliance with DKSH policies, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, TAPA FSR, GDP and applicable laws.
• Conduct audits, inspections and security assessments, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Ensure Scheduled Waste compliance, including handling, storage, eSWIS reporting, disposal and regulatory records.

Risk Management

• Lead Security Risk Assessments, HIRARC, Environmental Risk Assessments and other risk assessments.
• Identify operational risks, recommend mitigation measures and support Management of Change (MOC) reviews.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, security and environmental incidents, theft, fraud, losses and operational non-conformities.
• Conduct root cause analysis, prepare reports, track corrective actions and maintain accurate records in the Security Incident Database (SID).

Operational Support

• Provide HSSE guidance to operational teams across East Malaysia.
• Ensure site readiness for customer, regulatory and certification audits.
• Review warehouse operations and coordinate contractor safety, security and Scheduled Waste compliance.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor HSSE KPIs, dashboards and compliance performance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, identify trends and recommend improvements.

Training & Competency Development

• Coordinate HSSE inductions, awareness campaigns, toolbox talks and training.
• Coach operational teams and promote a proactive safety and security culture.
• Coordinate training on Scheduled Waste, chemical handling, spill response and environmental compliance.

Business Continuity Management

• Maintain Business Impact Analysis (BIA), risk assessments, Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and related documentation for Sabah.
• Coordinate BCP exercises, tabletop simulations and track improvement actions.
• Support business recovery during disruptions.

Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate emergency preparedness programmes and Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities.
• Conduct emergency drills, support crisis response and recommend improvements.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Management

• Liaise with authorities, enforcement agencies, customers, auditors and certification bodies on HSSE matters.
• Coordinate statutory inspections, regulatory submissions and Scheduled Waste compliance with relevant contractors and authorities.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead regional HSSE improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support security technology, digitalisation and process improvements.
• Benchmark industry practices and perform other duties assigned by the Head of HSSE.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Management, Security Management, Engineering, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• SHO, TAPA FSR Authorised Auditor, ISO 14001/45001 Internal Auditor, BCM, NEBOSH, CePSWaM or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant HSSE experience in logistics, warehousing or supply chain operations.
• Experience implementing ISO Management Systems, TAPA FSR and regulatory compliance programmes.
• Experience in incident investigations, audits and risk assessments.
• Experience in BCP, emergency preparedness and crisis management is preferred.
• Experience managing multiple sites and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to independently lead regional HSSE programmes and improvement initiatives.
• Experience in Scheduled Waste management, environmental compliance, eSWIS reporting, waste inventory and licensed contractor coordination.

Why Join DKSH

At DKSH, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyong the ordinary: enriching people's lives. Through the products and services we provide, DKSH positively impacts millions of lives everyday. Join our team where entrepreneurship meets flexible work arrangements. Take the leap and start a journey where you can grow and make a difference!

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