EHS Specialist

TEKsystems; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegis Group Singapore is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to lead regulatory compliance across a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will drive EHS initiatives, process safety management, incident investigations and continuous improvement projects to ensure a safe workplace and operational excellence.

The role requires 6+ years in managing EHS programmes within regulated industries, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA, ISO 14001/45001 and PSM, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, occupational safety & health, industrial safety or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS self-assessments, inspections and risk assessments site-wide.
• Drive incident investigations and develop corrective action plans.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

• Risk Assessment & Continuous Improvement

• EHS Compliance & Governance
• Process Safety Management
• Risk Assessment & Continuous Improvement

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to provide leadership and technical expertise in maintaining compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations across a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will drive EHS initiatives, process safety management programmes, incident investigations, risk assessments, regulatory compliance activities, and continuous improvement projects to ensure a safe workplace while supporting operational excellence.

Location

Tuas, Singapore

Duration

12 Months

Key Responsibilities

EHS Compliance & Governance

• Provide direction and guidance to ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety regulations, corporate standards, and site procedures.
• Develop, implement, revise and maintain EHS policies, procedures and programmes to support regulatory and corporate compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison during regulatory inspections and audits, coordinating responses and follow-up actions.

Process Safety Management

• Implement and maintain Chemical Process Safety and Process Safety Management (PSM) programmes.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (HAZOP, FMEA) and risk assessments for new processes, equipment and operational changes.
• Evaluate engineering controls and safety systems, including relief valves, flame arresters, explosion relief panels and other process safety devices.

Risk Assessment & Continuous Improvement

• Lead site-wide EHS self-assessments, inspections and risk assessments.
• Identify, evaluate and mitigate workplace hazards through engineering, administrative and behavioural controls.
• Recommend and support capital expenditure projects, maintenance programmes and operational improvements to strengthen EHS performance.

Incident Management

• Lead investigations of safety, environmental, fire, spill and medical incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Track and verify completion of action items to prevent recurrence.

Training & Safety Culture

• Develop and deliver EHS training programmes based on regulatory requirements, operational procedures and corporate standards.
• Facilitate safety awareness initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture across the site.
• Provide guidance and support to Safety Committees and cross-functional teams.

Occupational Health & Environmental Programmes

• Support Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Management programmes.
• Maintain compliance documentation, recordkeeping systems and regulatory reports.
• Monitor environmental and workplace safety performance indicators and recommend improvements.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Safety, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience managing EHS programmes within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnology, or related regulated industries.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, incident investigation and EHS programme implementation.
• Experience supporting process safety management activities in manufacturing operations.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, environmental regulations and workplace safety requirements.
• Understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM), risk assessment methodologies and hazard analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Familiarity with industrial hygiene, occupational health and environmental compliance programmes.
• Understanding of quality and regulatory requirements affecting pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environments is advantageous.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across all organisational levels.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Strong project coordination and organisational capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or chemical manufacturing facilities.
• Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), HAZOP or FMEA facilitation experience.
• Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) certification or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience managing regulatory inspections and external audits.
• Knowledge of emergency response management and environmental control systems.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Reference

R25150511 Cammy Li Xin Hui

Allegis Group Singapore Pte Ltd, Company Reg No. 200909448N, EA License No. 10C4544