H&S Manager

UPM - The Biofore; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in innovative materials as an Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager in Johor Bahru. You will handle critical safety compliance, manage training initiatives, and coordinate environmental audits while fostering a culture of safety. We offer a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Meaningful job

Supported by motivated teams

Responsibility for people and environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar capacity, preferably in manufacturing / EMS environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA 1994 and ISO 14001 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on Safety, Health and Environmental issues and compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate OHS audits and improve safety practices at the workplace.
• Lead investigations on workplace safety incidents.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Communication

Education

Diploma/Degree

Certified Safety Officer

Job description

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers to make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Join us in creating a future beyond fossils!

We are now looking for an Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager. This position is located in Johor Bahru and will report to Marek Sebastian Jagielski, General Manager, Johor Bahru Factory.

Greetings from your future manager

We’re a close-knit, collaborative group of professionals who are passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and high-performing work environment. Our team spans multiple cultures, but we’re united by a shared commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and looking out for one another. We value open communication, proactive problem-solving, and a hands-on approach to safety, compliance, and performance - Marek Sebastian Jagielski, General Manager, Johor Bahru Factory.

What you will do

1. Advise the organization on Safety, Health and Environmental related issues and its compliance with local regulations and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines such as DOSH, DOE, Ministry of Health, Fire and Rescue Department, and other relevant authorities.
2. Management representative for ISO 14001 System.
3. Management representative for ISO 45001 System.
4. Member of Malaysia Factory Management Team.
5. Member of Malaysia Factory Steering Meeting Team (if applicable).
6. Secretary for Safety and Health Committee in Malaysia.
7. APAC representative for UPM Raflatac OHS Development team.
8. Reporting the OHS performance of the company and SEA terminals to UPM OHS Team.
9. Coordinate the implementation and improvement of ISO 14001 where OHS initiatives are required.
10. Coordinate OHS induction sessions, training, safety campaigns, implementation, and communication for OHS awareness in the company.
11. Organize and coordinate company OHS Committee and Emergency Response Team (ERT) and its annual program.
12. Lead / co-lead and coordinate investigations on any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence, or occupational poisoning or disease which has happened in the workplace and verify the completion of corrective actions by relevant departments.
13. Coordinate and assist OHS Committee in OHS audits, report findings, and follow-up with relevant departments to improve safety at the workplace.
14. Coordinate and assist departments to conduct Risk Assessments at their workplace and advise on safety work procedures to be taken by line management.
15. Member of global OHS Auditors Team.
16. Perform all duties in full compliance with all laws, safety, and environmental regulations, and in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.

Who you are

• Diploma/Degree in any field with preference for registered Certified Safety Officer with DOSH/Safety and Health Officer Certificate from NIOSH.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar capacity, preferably in manufacturing / EMS environment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994 (amendments 2022) and ISO 14001 is essential.
• Able to plan, organize, and prioritize time and workload to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiar with MS Office, training delivery, with good command of English language.

This is what we offer for you.

• Meaningful job: We are proud of what we do. Our work highlights the expertise of our personnel, the high quality of our products, and the company's values.
• Inspired and motivated teams: We have highly skilled professionals. We are a multifaceted, international organization that works as a team to achieve our shared objectives.
• Development opportunities: With us, you can build up your expertise. We provide opportunities to support your development throughout every stage of your career.
• Responsibility for people and environment: Our ethical principles embrace people as well as the environment. We are always striving to build a more sustainable future.

Additional information

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