EHS Leader - Pharma Greenfield Plant Start-Up

GMP Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (if available)

Performance incentives (if applicable)

Job summary

GMP Technologies is seeking an EHS Head to lead our pharma manufacturing site's Environment, Health and Safety program in Singapore. You will drive compliance with ISO 14001/45001, manage audits, and lead a team to uphold top safety and environmental standards.

The role requires a Master's degree with 10+ years in pharma or chemical safety, and certifications such as Certified Safety Professional or MOM WHSO are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or related qualification with 10+ years of relevant experience in large pharma, chemical engineering, safety or environmental fields.
• Preferably a Certified Safety Professional, MOM Registered Workplace Safety Health Officer and Occupational Hygienist.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate vision and strategy to teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to analyze complex situations and implement practical solutions.
• Proven leadership capability with the ability to coach, develop, and lead a high-performing EHS team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive site EHS programs in line with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement EHS plans, initiatives, and resource allocation for safe operations.
• Oversee risk assessments and hazard identification across processes, equipment, chemicals, and operations.
• Ensure effective risk controls, corrective actions, and accident prevention programs.
• Manage audits (customer, regulatory, certifications) and serve as main EHS contact.
• Lead incident investigations with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 based EHS management systems.
• Ensure local EHS regulatory compliance and industry standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, drills, and engagement activities.
• Liaise with government authorities and support EHS reporting and submissions.
• Provide EHS guidance to site operations and project teams; build and develop the EHS team.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance safety, environment and operational excellence.

Job description

GMP Technologies is seeking an EHS Head to lead our pharma manufacturing site's Environment, Health and Safety program in Singapore. You will drive compliance with ISO 14001/45001, manage audits, and lead a team to uphold top safety and environmental standards.

The role requires a Master's degree with 10+ years in pharma or chemical safety, and certifications such as Certified Safety Professional or MOM WHSO are highly regarded.