Manager, EHS

Bridge Data Centres; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Data Centres in Malaysia seeks an experienced EHS Manager to develop, implement, and oversee project-specific EHS policies for large-scale data centre sites. The role leads risk assessments, site inspections, training, and incidents investigations, coordinating with contractors and clients to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

You must hold a Bachelor’s in EHS, 6+ years in construction EHS, be a registered EHS Officer in Malaysia/Singapore, and have knowledge of ISO 14001/45001

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of construction safety/ESM experience, preferably in mission critical facilities or data centres.
• Registered/certified EHS Officer in Malaysia or Singapore.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and Malaysia EHS legislation (OSH Act, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and training capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce project EHS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Set EHS goals and strategies aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate with departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to implement EHS provisions.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and enforce corrective controls.
• Ensure compliance with local and federal health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform site inspections and safety audits; maintain safety records and reports.
• Lead safety inductions and ongoing training; promote a safety-first culture.
• Investigate incidents and lead corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to integrate EHS into all activities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

English & Mandarin proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in EHS engineering

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce project-specific EHS policies, standards, and procedures.
• Set project EHS goals, define project EHS scope, and develop strategies that align with the company's broader organizational objectives.
• Coordinating with various departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure EHS provisions are implemented on site.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments, identify hazards, and implement effective corrective measures and controls.
• Ensure strict compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform regular site inspections and safety audits to monitor compliance and identify unsafe conditions or practices.
• Conduct safety inductions, orientations, and ongoing training for all site personnel and subcontractors on risk mitigation and safe work practices.
• Lead emergency response efforts and conduct investigations into any incidents or accidents to prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain all required safety records, collect and analyze safety performance data, and prepare reports for project leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, site staff, contractors, and other stakeholders to integrate EHS deliverable into all project activities.
• Actively promote a "safety-first" culture across the project to ensure EHS excellence is an integral part of all work activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, keeping them informed of project EHS status through regular reporting and meetings.
• Implement and enforce health and safety policies, ensure compliance with building codes and regulations, and monitor quality standards in compliance to the Bridge EHS pre-qualification process and EHS project manual / program – and aligned to the Bridge EHS policy
• Ensure our policies, systems, processes and procedures support ongoing ISO accreditation for Quality, Information Security, Environmental, Health and Safety Management Systems

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in construction EHS management with a successful track record in delivering large-scale data centre projects.
• Good knowledge of all laws that govern Occupational Health, Safety and Environment for Data Centre related building management and maintenance, including building safety, emergency evacuation and environmental protection.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• In-depth knowledge of data centre construction processes, methodologies, and best practices
• Good interpersonal skills to be able to relate with people or personnel from different units of the company
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationship across many fronts
• Ability to work in a team as well as an individual with little or no supervision
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in EHS engineering disciplines
• Significant experience in construction industry safety management, often with a minimum of 6 years for mission critical facilities or Data centre projects.
• Must be registered/certified EHS Officer in Singapore or Malaysia
• Other Professional EHS Certifications (e.g. Certified Environmental, Safety and Health, Charter Safety and Health Practitioner, Certified Professional Environment Auditor, Certified Safety Health Manager, Certified chartered Generalist OHS professional, and/or others) would add credentials.
• Conversant in ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and all Malaysia EHS legislation including OSH Act, Factories & Machinery Act, Fire Services Act, Environmental legislation and subsidiary regulations
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and other applicable standards.
• Ability to conduct inspections, deliver training, and manage a team
• Any other certification would be a plus.
• Due to the need to work with regional stakeholders, working proficiency in English and Mandarin is required.