ESGH Section Manager

Private Advertiser; Malvar; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an ESGH Section Manager to provide strategic leadership in Environment, Safety, Governance and Health within a manufacturing setting. You will establish, implement, and improve programs, policies, and controls to maintain a safe, healthy and compliant workplace, while aligning with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.

You will lead ESGH initiatives, manage risk assessments, regulatory compliance, audits, incidents, and sustainability activities, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering, or related fields such as Environmental Science, Chemistry, Sustainability or Natural Resource Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environment, Safety, Governance & Health programs aligned with standards and regulations.
• Direct Environment and Safety teams with planning, resources, performance monitoring and capability development.
• Lead ESH Committee activities with senior management on priorities.
• Establish and improve ESGH policies, procedures, and controls.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and occupational safety regulations and international standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, drills, training and corrective actions.
• Review root cause analyses and ensure corrective actions.
• Lead during emergencies and investigations following incidents.
• Review and approve key safety/environmental documentation (HIRADC, risk assessments, permits).
• Monitor ESGH performance, trends, and regulatory developments; drive best practices.
• Coordinate with government agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

OSH leadership

Strategic planning

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical preferred)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven ESGH Section Manager to provide strategic leadership in the areas of Environment, Safety, Governance, and Health (ESGH) within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and continuously improving programs, policies, systems, and controls that promote a safe, healthy, environmentally responsible, sustainable, and compliant workplace.

The successful candidate will lead the organization's ESGH initiatives and ensure compliance with applicable environmental and occupational safety regulations, government requirements, and internationally recognized management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. The position will oversee environmental and workplace safety programs, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, audits and inspections, incident management, emergency preparedness and response, waste management, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

ESGH Section Manager will work closely with senior management, cross-functional leaders, employees, regulatory agencies, auditors, service providers, and other external stakeholders to identify potential environmental, health, and safety risks and ensure that appropriate preventive and corrective measures are effectively implemented. The role will also provide leadership during emergency situations and oversee investigations and root cause analyses following workplace incidents, accidents, or regulatory non-conformances.

Beyond regulatory compliance, the position is expected to strengthen the organization's ESGH culture and sustainability practices by translating regulatory requirements and industry best practices into practical programs and operational controls. The manager will lead and develop the ESGH team, monitor performance indicators, identify emerging risks and improvement opportunities, and provide recommendations to management that support operational excellence, business continuity, employee well-being, and long‑term organizational sustainability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the company's Environment, Safety, Governance & Health programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and established standards.

• Provide leadership and direction to the Environment and Safety teams, including planning, resource allocation, performance monitoring, and capability development.

• Lead regular ESH Committee activities and collaborate with senior management on environmental, safety, health, and sustainability priorities.

• Establish and continuously improve ESGH policies, procedures, programs, and control measures across the organization.

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental and occupational safety regulations, government requirements, and relevant international standards.

• Oversee environmental and safety audits, workplace inspections, emergency response drills, training programs, and corrective actions.

• Review root cause analyses for accidents, incidents, and regulatory non‑conformances and ensure appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented.

• Serve as a key leader during emergency situations, including severe weather, earthquakes, fires, chemical spills, gas leaks, and other major incidents.

• Review and approve key safety and environmental documentation, including HIRADC, incident reports, risk assessments, safety work permits, environmental assessments, and waste‑related documentation.

• Monitor ESGH performance, analyze trends and regulatory developments, and integrate industry best practices into organizational processes.

• Coordinate with government agencies, regulatory bodies, auditors, service providers, and other external stakeholders on ESGH compliance and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline such as Environmental Science, Chemistry, Sustainability or Natural Resource Management.

Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, with strong exposure to operations, technical functions, leadership, conflict resolution, and cross‑functional collaboration.

• At least 5 years of experience in a managerial or equivalent leadership capacity with relevant technical expertise.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

Certifications & Training

• Completed 40‑hour Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) training.

• Completed the required Environmental Regulations / Pollution Control Officer Managing Heads orientation training in accordance with applicable environmental requirements.

Work Location

• The successful candidate must be willing to accept an on‑site assignment with a company located within LIMA Technology Center, Malvar, Batangas.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

We are looking for a strong ESGH leader with demonstrated capability in:

• Environmental and occupational safety regulatory compliance

• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

• Occupational Health & Safety leadership

• Emergency and incident response

• Environmental sustainability and waste management

• Strategic planning and performance monitoring

• Team development and people leadership

• Decision‑making and cross‑functional collaboration

• Compliance and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take a leadership role in strengthening the ESGH direction of an established manufacturing organization. You will work closely with various levels of leadership and cross‑functional teams to strengthen ESGH practices and foster a safer, more sustainable, compliant, and resilient workplace.