ESH Lead | Meycauyan, Bulacan

SteelAsia Manufacturing Corporation; Meycauayan; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

SteelAsia Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a senior ESH leader to drive the company-wide Environment, Safety and Health programs and ensure compliance with environmental, occupational safety and health regulations. You will supervise Safety Officers, PCO, and the Occupational Health Nurse while guiding audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement.

The role requires a strong track record in ISO management systems, regulatory liaison, and experience leading ESH teams in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and professional license.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in Environment, Safety and Health in manufacturing/industrial settings.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory capacity leading ESH personnel.
• Experience with ISO management systems and regulatory compliance.
• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001/ISO 14001/ISO 45001 preferred.
• Certified Pollution Control Officer (PCO) under DENR preferred.
• Accredited Safety Practitioner / Safety Officer 3 or 4 under DOLE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise implementation of ESH programs ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Oversee Safety Officers, PCO, and Occupational Health Nurse to drive regulatory compliance and incident prevention.
• Coordinate audits with certification bodies and assist Management Representative during external audits.
• Ensure timely DENR and DOLE reporting and adherence to national/local regulations.
• Implement and improve HSE programs aligned with Philippine laws and company policies.
• Review safety data and trends to identify interventions and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor ESH and ESG staff and ensure competency development.
• Support sustainability objectives and promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

Skills

ESH leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Audit coordination

People supervision

ISO management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Nursing or related field

Professional license

Job description

Responsible for leading and supervising the implementation of the company's Environment, Safety and Health (ESH) programs to ensure compliance with applicable environmental, occupational safety and health regulations, company policies, and management system requirements. Oversees the Safety Officers, Pollution Control Officer, and Occupational Health Nurse in driving regulatory compliance, incident prevention, environmental protection, emergency preparedness, and continuous improvement initiatives. Supports sustainability and ESG objectives by promoting a strong culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence while safeguarding the organization's people, assets, reputation, and business continuity.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure continuous certification and compliance with management system standards: ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 (Occupational Health & Safety), UKCARES, and ISO 17025 (Testing and Calibration Laboratories)

• Supervise department personnel in implementing management systems at both newly acquired and existing operational sites

• Assure plant site compliance with certification requirements and recommend corrective and preventive improvements

• Assist the Management Representative (Admin Manager) during all external audits conducted by certification bodies

• Ensure compliance with national and local environmental, safety, and labor regulations, including DENR, DOLE, LGUs, BFP, and NWRB requirements

• Ensure the timely submission of all DENR and DOLE reportorial requirements, such as SMR, CMR, WAIR, and Annual Environmental Reports

• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs aligned with Philippine laws and company policies

• Guide and supervise Safety Officers, Occupational Health Officers, and Pollution Control Officers (PCOs) in fulfilling their regulatory duties

• Review and analyze safety statistics, incidents, near-misses, and performance indicators to identify trends and recommend interventions

• Supervise and mentor ESH and ESG personnel, ensuring competency development, accountability, and effective performance

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, Nursing, or other related discipline

• College graduate with Professional license

• Accredited Safety Practitioner / Safety Officer 3 or 4 under DOLE

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Environment, Safety and Health within a manufacturing, industrial or heavy engineering environment

• At least 3 years in a supervisory capacity leading ESH personnel

• Demonstrated experience in ISO management systems, regulatory compliance, government liaison, incident investigation and audit coordination

• Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is preferred

• Certified Pollution Control Officer (PCO) under DENR preferred