Safety Specialist

Benchmark Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd in Malaysia seeks a Safety Specialist to develop, implement, and maintain health and safety programmes across a manufacturing environment. You will lead audits, risk assessments, investigations, and training to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe workplace.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, liaison with authorities, and collaboration with management to embed safety into daily operations.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent recognised certification)
• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience working as a Safety Specialist or similar role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian occupational safety legislation, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (OSHA 1994)
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting safety risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigation
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organisation
• Strong organisational and documentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in using safety management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Valid first aid certification or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Previous experience in the electronics manufacturing sector is desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and programmes tailored to our operational environment
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and potential workplace dangers
• Investigate workplace incidents and accidents, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Provide safety training and induction programmes to all employees, ensuring comprehensive understanding of safety protocols and procedures
• Maintain accurate health and safety documentation, records, and reports in compliance with statutory requirements
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and maintain compliance with occupational safety legislation and standards
• Collaborate with management and operational teams to integrate safety initiatives into daily work practices
• Monitor and analyse safety performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement
• Organise and conduct safety drills, emergency response exercises, and health and safety awareness campaigns
• Advise on ergonomic assessments and workplace hazard mitigation strategies

Skills

OSH knowledge

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Communication

Documentation

Education

Professional OHS certification

Tools

Safety management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Develop, implement, and maintain occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and programmes tailored to our operational environment

Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and potential workplace dangers

Investigate workplace incidents and accidents, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Provide safety training and induction programmes to all employees, ensuring comprehensive understanding of safety protocols and procedures

Maintain accurate health and safety documentation, records, and reports in compliance with statutory requirements

Liaise with regulatory authorities and maintain compliance with occupational safety legislation and standards

Collaborate with management and operational teams to integrate safety initiatives into daily work practices

Monitor and analyse safety performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement

Organise and conduct safety drills, emergency response exercises, and health and safety awareness campaigns

Advise on ergonomic assessments and workplace hazard mitigation strategies

What we're looking for

Professional qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent recognised certification)

Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience working as a Safety Specialist or similar role within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Strong knowledge of Malaysian occupational safety legislation, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (OSHA 1994)

Demonstrated expertise in conducting safety risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigation

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organisation

Strong organisational and documentation skills, with meticulous attention to detail

Proficiency in using safety management systems and Microsoft Office applications

Valid first aid certification or willingness to obtain one

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Previous experience in the electronics manufacturing sector is desirable

Benchmark Electronics is an established multinational electronics design and manufacturing service provider with over 20 facilities globally. We service market segments ranging from the medical, test & instrumentation, industrial control equipment, telecommunications, computing to military / aerospace. We offer our customers comprehensive and integrated design and manufacturing services from initial product design to volume production and direct order fulfillment.

Benchmark Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

At Benchmark, we celebrate differences where each team member has something to contribute. If you are a high achiever with strong qualities, a positive "can do" attitude, flexible and dynamic, and able to work under pressure, we would like to meet you. Together, let your career take off with us and be part of a world-class team!

Benchmark Electronics is an established multinational electronics design and manufacturing service provider with over 20 facilities globally. We service market segments ranging from the medical, test & instrumentation, industrial control equipment, telecommunications, computing to military / aerospace. We offer our customers comprehensive and integrated design and manufacturing services from initial product design to volume production and direct order fulfillment.

Benchmark Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

At Benchmark, we celebrate differences where each team member has something to contribute. If you are a high achiever with strong qualities, a positive "can do" attitude, flexible and dynamic, and able to work under pressure, we would like to meet you. Together, let your career take off with us and be part of a world-class team!