Safety & Health Officer (Green Book Holder) – Water Treatment Plant

Gradiant; Puchong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water treatment company in Malaysia seeks a Safety & Health Officer to implement and oversee workplace safety and environmental management systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in Occupational Safety, relevant EHS experience, and knowledge of Malaysian safety regulations. This role promotes regulatory compliance and a strong safety culture across operations.

Qualifications

• Registered Safety & Health Officer (Green Book holder) with DOSH.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EHS roles, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or engineering industries.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian safety regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement Workplace Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems.
• Advise and coordinate with the Operations team on safety matters.
• Conduct WSH inspections and ensure follow-up.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA 1994

Safety audits

Risk assessments

Delivering safety training

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Job description

About us

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.

About the role

We are seeking a registered Safe ty & Health Officer (Green Book Holder) to oversee and implement Workplace Safety & Health and Environmental Management Systems at our work sites. This role is critical to maintaining regulatory compliance and promoting a strong safety culture across our operations.

While not mandatory, candidates with a Water Treatment Plant (WTP) competency certificate or relevant experience in water and wastewater treatment environments will be given strong preference, as our projects often involve mission-critical water infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Workplace Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems at work sites.
• Develop and execute the Project Safety Plan according to requirements.
• Advise and coordinate with the Operations team on all safety, health, and environmental matters.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 1994, FMA 1967, EQA 1974, and other relevant safety regulations.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as DOSH (JKKP), CIDB, NIOSH, and BOMBA on safety compliance.
• Maintain the risk management system, including HIRARC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control).
• Organize and promote EHS activities to increase safety awareness.
• Enforce safety standards; conduct training, briefings, and safety promotion programs.
• Monitor and report WSH performance, including safety statistics and trends.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, occupational health programs, and permit-to-work systems.
• Lead the safety team and subcontractors in implementing company safety systems on-site.
• Ensure proper WSHE (Workplace Safety, Health & Environment) procedures and documentation.
• Conduct WSH inspections and ensure timely follow-up on findings.
• Halt operations or escalate when there are safety or environmental deviations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions and recommend preventive actions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, authorities, and client representatives on safety-related matters.
• Support and conduct internal audits to ensure ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS45001 compliance.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, or related field
• Must be a Registered Safety & Health Officer (Green Book holder) with DOSH
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EHS roles, preferably in construction, manufacturing, or engineering industries
• While not mandatory, candidates with a Water Treatment Plant (WTP) competency certificate or relevant experience in water/wastewater treatment environments will be given strong preference
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1994, FMA 1967, and other Malaysian safety regulations and standards
• Relevant environmental certifications are an added advantage
• Experienced in safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and delivering safety training
• Willing to travel and must have own transport

Job Specifics

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to effectively convey ideas and technical information
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and a proactive “can-do” attitude
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• In-depth knowledge of construction EHS best practices and related legal requirements
• Proven experience supporting and advising on complex, mid-sized projects
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams and establish clear standards
• Demonstrated ability to manage safety programs and foster a positive safety culture
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

We are equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.