Senior Safety & Health Executive

IGB Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Executive – Safety & Health to enhance safety practices across multiple properties. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in safety management, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of relevant regulations. The role involves compliance oversight, incident investigations, and regular collaboration with senior management. This position offers real responsibility and the opportunity to influence safety culture significantly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years’ experience with a Diploma or 5 years with a Degree in OSH.
• Proven leadership in safety compliance and operations.
• Registered OSH Coordinator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and improve Safety & Health practices across properties.
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
• Prepare Safety & Health reports and coordinate committee meetings.

Skills

Proactive leadership

Understanding of OSHA 1994

Strong communication skills

Reporting and documentation

Experience in property management

Education

Diploma in Safety & Health

Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

If you’re the kind of Safety & Health professional who prefers preventing incidents rather than writing reports after, this role is for you. We are looking for a proactive, hands-on, and confident Senior Executive – Safety & Health who is ready to take ownership, work closely with senior management, and drive safety practices beyond basic compliance across our managed properties.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Operations & Compliance

• Lead and support the implementation and continuous improvement of Safety & Health practices across assigned properties.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian regulations and alignment with international standards and best practices.
• Conduct regular site inspections and issue inspection reports within stipulated timelines.
• Track findings, follow up corrective actions, and ensure proper closure.
• Review and verify contractor-submitted documents prior to work commencement or mobilisation, including JHA, HIRARC, worker competency certificates, training records, permits, and other relevant Safety & Health documents, to ensure compliance before work starts.

Leadership, Reporting & Governance

• Prepare monthly Safety & Health reports, statistics, and trend analysis.
• Coordinate and document Safety & Health Committee meetings, including minutes and action tracking.
• Lead or support incident and accident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Join monthly site walks with the CEO and senior management team.
• Training, Drills & Contractor Management.
• Conduct Safety & Health inductions for staff, in-house contractors, and tenant-appointed contractors.
• Assist in planning and conducting emergency drills for respective properties.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and compliance with site requirements.

Operational Support

• Perform on-call duties, including Saturday and night shifts on a rotation basis, when required.
• Support additional Safety & Health–related tasks as reasonably required by Management.
• Opportunity to travel to Mid Valley Southkey (Johor Bahru), where we manage two office towers.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 9 years’ relevant experience with a Diploma in Safety & Health or related field, OR
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience with a Degree in Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) or related field.
• Registered OSH Coordinator.
• Experience in property management, facilities management, construction, or mixed-use developments.
• Well-versed in OSHA 1994, DOSH requirements, and international standards (e.g. ISO 45001).
• Proactive, independent, and comfortable taking the lead on site.
• Practical, hands-on, and solution-oriented.
• Able to work confidently with senior management and operational teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Based in Mid Valley, with regular site presence.
• Hands-on, operational role across multiple properties.
• Fast-paced environment with real responsibility and visibility.