Senior EHS Engineer

SHANGTAI TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) Sdn Bhd; Kulim; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to oversee Environmental, Health & Safety requirements throughout the construction lifecycle. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with local legislation and company policies while managing risks. Key responsibilities include developing EHS management plans, conducting site inspections, and leading incident investigations. A Bachelor's degree in OSH or a related field and at least 5 years of EHS experience are required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years of total EHS experience.
• Minimum 2 years in construction EHS.
• Registered competent Safety & Health Officer (SHO).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Construction EHS Management Plan.
• Conduct daily site inspections and audits.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations.

Skills

EHS Management

Construction Safety

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in OSH, Engineering, or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Responsible for planning, implementing, and enforcing Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements throughout the construction lifecycle.

Ensure full compliance with Malaysia EHS legislation, CIDB construction safety requirements, and company EHS policies, while proactively managing construction risks to support safe, timely, and compliant project execution.

Act as the site EHS authority during construction and supports the transition from construction to commissioning and operations.

Construction EHS Management

• Develop and implement Construction EHS Management Plan
• Establish and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) systems
• Conduct daily site inspections and audits
• Supervise high-risk activities (lifting, WAH, confined space, excavation, temporary works)
• Exercise stop-work authority for unsafe conditions

Contractor Safety Management

• Contractor EHS pre-qualification and onboarding
• Review and approve method statements, HIRARC/JSA, lifting plans, temporary works
• Verify worker competency and permits
• Monitor contractor EHS performance and compliance

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA 2022
• Ensure compliance with OSH (Construction Work) (Design & Management) Regulations 2024
• Comply with CIDB construction safety requirements
• Liaise with DOSH, CIDB, BOMBA, and DOE
• Support inspections and audits

Incident & Performance Management

• Lead incident and near-miss investigations
• Conduct root cause analysis and CAPA tracking
• Develop and monitor EHS KPIs (TRIR, LTIFR, Near Miss)
• Manage scheduled waste
• Control dust, noise, wastewater, and soil contamination
• Ensure EIA / EMP compliance where applicable

Training & Safety Culture

• Conduct safety inductions and toolbox meetings
• Deliver EHS training
• Promote positive safety culture

Authority & Decision Rights

• Authority to stop unsafe work
• Authority to reject unsafe documents or plans
• Authority to issue corrective actions
• Act as EHS focal point for authorities

Experience Requirements

• 5 years total EHS experience
• Minimum 2 years in construction EHS
• Experience in Greenfield projects
• Strong authority inspection exposure

Qualification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in OSH, Engineering, or Environmental Engineering
• Diploma holders considered with strong experience
• Strong construction safety knowledge
• Excellent investigation and analytical skills
• Strong leadership and communication
• Ability to balance safety, cost, and schedule

Professional Certification

• Registered competent Safety & Health Officer (SHO)