Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer: Safe Operations

Gradiant; Port Dickson; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant in Malaysia is seeking a Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer to support safe, reliable operation of our plant and facilities. You will conduct routine inspections, coordinate maintenance and contractor activities, and ensure issues are logged and closed.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or degree in Engineering or related field, with 3–5 years in industry, strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations, and the ability to work hands-on on site while coordinating with teams.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental, Occupational Safety & Health or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in an industrial plant, manufacturing, utilities, or water/wastewater environment.
• Good understanding of plant maintenance and facility management.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety and environmental requirements (OSHA 1994, USECHH and DOE regulations).
• Relevant EHS certification (e.g. CIOSH, USECHH Assessor) is an advantage.
• Hands-on and comfortable spending significant time in the plant.
• Able to identify deficiencies and independently follow up corrective actions.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Strong communication skills and a can-do attitude, with the ability to engage contractors and operations personnel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of plant facilities, including process tank structures, platforms, gratings, walkways, ladders, handrails, bunds, chemical storage and dosing areas, drainage, lighting and ventilation.
• Identify damaged or unsafe facilities and coordinate corrective actions with internal teams and contractors.
• Coordinate minor repair and improvement works, and follow up independently until completion.
• Maintain the facility defect register and track actions until closure.
• Ensure emergency access routes, walkways and work areas remain unobstructed.
• Conduct routine EHS inspections and workplace observations to identify unsafe acts and conditions.
• Support the implementation of Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures and Permit-to-Work requirements.
• Monitor PPE compliance and safe working behaviour on site.
• Support incident and near-miss investigations and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare inspection reports and EHS records for site management.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation and reporting

Hands-on plant experience

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental, Occupational Safety & Health or a related field

Job description

Gradiant in Malaysia is seeking a Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer to support safe, reliable operation of our plant and facilities. You will conduct routine inspections, coordinate maintenance and contractor activities, and ensure issues are logged and closed.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or degree in Engineering or related field, with 3–5 years in industry, strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations, and the ability to work hands-on on site while coordinating with teams.