EHS Construction Lead – Compliance, Safety & Audits

The GMP Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced EHS Leader to develop and implement site EHS strategies aligned with corporate and local regulations. You will oversee safety, risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations across construction and operations.

The role requires a strong track record in large-scale EHS management, leadership of multi-stakeholder teams and compliance with WSH regulations, with proficiency in English and proactive safety culture development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Specialist Diploma/Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Workplace Safety & Health, Occupational Hygiene, Facility & Safety Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant EHS experience in large-scale pharmaceutical, petrochemical or semiconductor cleanroom environments.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore WSH regulations, construction safety management, risk assessments and EHS compliance.
• Proven leadership experience managing EHS teams, contractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and incident management capabilities.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site EHS strategies, policies, objectives and management systems aligned with corporate and Singapore regulatory requirements.
• Oversee construction safety, workplace risk assessments, Design for Safety (DfS) and high-risk activities, including hot works, excavation and work at height.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore WSH legislation, environmental regulations and internal EHS standards.
• Lead EHS audits, incident investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation.
• Manage contractor, supplier and subcontractor EHS compliance throughout construction and operational phases.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, fire protection coordination, security and CERT development.
• Implement EHS training, emergency drills, safety awareness programmes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, emissions and energy-saving initiatives.
• Provide EHS performance reports, risk assessments and regulatory guidance to senior management.
• Lead, develop and supervise the EHS team while supporting greenfield project startup and operational readiness.

Skills

Leadership

EHS compliance

Risk assessment

Communication

Incident management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Safety

Job description

GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced EHS Leader to develop and implement site EHS strategies aligned with corporate and local regulations. You will oversee safety, risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations across construction and operations.

The role requires a strong track record in large-scale EHS management, leadership of multi-stakeholder teams and compliance with WSH regulations, with proficiency in English and proactive safety culture development.