SAFETY & FIRE SAFETY MANAGER

Hotel Royal Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Professional training

Career development

Job summary

Hotel Royal Limited in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a qualified Safety & Fire Safety Manager to lead the property’s safety, health and fire protection programs, ensuring a safe environment for employees, guests and contractors.

The role requires JBPM/BOMBA certification where applicable, at least 5 years in safety or fire safety, and strong leadership to drive inspections, drills and compliance with Fire Services Act 1988.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety Management, Engineering, Fire Safety, Fire Engineering, Facilities Management or related discipline.
• JBPM/BOMBA-recognised Fire Safety Manager competency/certification is required, where applicable to the premises.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in safety management, fire safety, engineering or facilities management.
• Experience in hotel/hospitality, commercial buildings or high-rise properties preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fire safety, emergency response, workplace safety and risk management.
• Willing to respond to emergencies and work outside normal hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Fire Safety Manager (FSM) and oversee the implementation of the property's fire safety programme.
• Ensure compliance with the Fire Services Act 1988 (Act 341) and BOMBA requirements.
• Coordinate Fire Safety Organisation (OKK) and drills and emergency response activities.
• Supervise Fire Safety Officers and emergency response personnel.
• Conduct regular fire safety inspections and identify hazards and risks.
• Monitor readiness of fire protection systems (alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, hydrants, exits).
• Liaise with BOMBA on inspections, compliance and corrective actions.

Skills

Safety management

Fire safety

Leadership

Communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree / Diploma in OSH or related

Job description

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Safety & Fire Safety Manager to lead the overall workplace safety, occupational health and fire safety functions of the property. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for employees, guests, contractors and visitors, while ensuring compliance with applicable Malaysian occupational safety and health legislation, Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM/BOMBA) requirements and company safety standards. The role will also oversee the property\'s Fire Safety Organisation (OKK) and coordinate fire prevention, emergency preparedness and response activities.

Key responsibilities

Act as the Fire Safety Manager (FSM) and oversee the implementation of the property\'s fire safety programme.

Ensure compliance with the Fire Services Act 1988 (Act 341) and applicable JBPM/BOMBA requirements.

Manage and coordinate the Fire Safety Organisation (OKK).

Supervise and coordinate Fire Safety Officers and emergency response personnel.

Conduct regular fire safety inspections and identify fire hazards and risks.

Monitor the readiness and condition of fire protection systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, emergency exits and related systems.

Plan, coordinate and conduct regular fire drills and evacuation exercises

Maintain fire safety records, inspection reports, drill reports and training documentation.

Liaise with JBPM/BOMBA on fire safety inspections, compliance matters and corrective actions.

Ensure findings from BOMBA inspections and internal audits are properly followed up and closed.

About you

Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety Management, Engineering, Fire Safety, Fire Engineering, Facilities Management or a related discipline.

JBPM/BOMBA-recognised Fire Safety Manager (FSM) competency/certification is required, where applicable to the premises.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in safety management, fire safety, engineering, facilities management or a related field.

Experience in hotel/hospitality, commercial buildings, high-rise properties or other designated premises is highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of fire safety, emergency response, workplace safety and risk management.

Good leadership, communication, report-writing and problem-solving skills.

Able to lead safety training, inspections, audits and emergency drills.

Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with multiple departments.

Willing to respond to emergencies and perform duties outside normal working hours when required.

Competitive salary package.

Medical and employee benefits.

Professional training and development opportunities.

Opportunity to lead the safety and fire safety function of a professional hospitality environment.

Company Overview

Based in Singapore, Hotel Royal limited is privately owned, Singaporean Hotel Management group.

Hotel Royal Limited has a portfolio of 7 properties located in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. The group is aggressively are on the look out to add more properties to their collection. Properties under study are located in South East Asia.

Hotel Royal Limited has set a clear objective to build a larger portfolio in hotel properties within this next 5 to 10 years. Their rapid expansion plan may go across to other continents in line with positive economic growth.

Aim to be an international renowned hospitality company with great brands delivering quality values and great services to the customer. This will be in accordance to their hospitality tag line "Every Room a Home".

Based in Singapore, Hotel Royal limited is privately owned, Singaporean Hotel Management group.

Hotel Royal Limited has a portfolio of 7 properties located in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. The group is aggressively are on the look out to add more properties to their collection. Properties under study are located in South East Asia.

Hotel Royal Limited has set a clear objective to build a larger portfolio in hotel properties within this next 5 to 10 years. Their rapid expansion plan may go across to other continents in line with positive economic growth.

Aim to be an international renowned hospitality company with great brands delivering quality values and great services to the customer. This will be in accordance to their hospitality tag line "Every Room a Home".