ESH Engineer (Chemical Plant) - KT

PASONA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Singapore is seeking an ESH professional to support workplace safety initiatives. The candidate will implement safety programs, ensure compliance with regulations, and promote a culture of safety across the operations. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in ESH. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in ESH or related field.
• WSQ Certifications: Specialist in WSH (Level C); Manage Work at Height; etc.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the ESH Section Manager in driving workplace safety excellence.
• Communicate with vendors/suppliers and manage contractor activities.
• Conduct workplace inspections and deliver safety training.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Understanding of ISO standards

Knowledge of Singapore ESH legal requirements

Strong communication skills

Leadership mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Basic Salary + AWS + VB — Location: Jurong Island (Shuttle Bus pick up from Jurong East & Lakeside)

Seeking a proactive and detail-oriented ESH professional to support the ESH Section Manager in driving workplace safety excellence. In this role, the candidate will play a pivotal part in implementing safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety across operations.

Responsibilities

• Communication with Vendor and Supplier: Request quotations, verify product specifications meet operational needs, coordinate service/delivery schedules, liaise with suppliers to resolve issues, and gather feedback from process owners.
• Data Collection for ESH-related activities: Collect and analyze ESH data from process owners, interpret findings, gather stakeholder feedback, and collaborate on improvement solutions.
• Promotion of In-house Safety Culture and Awareness: Conduct workplace inspections, deliver safety training, participate in risk assessments (HAZOP/EAI/PPE), organize safety programs, communicate incident learnings, facilitate new staff inductions, perform PSSR inspections, assist in ESH meetings, and promote improvement suggestions.
• Compliance to Legal and Other Requirements: Arrange third-party testing/training (hygiene monitoring, forklift certs, etc.), provide legal compliance guidance, assist in SHMS audits and legal register updates, communicate regulatory changes, and support documentation submissions.
• Contractor Management: Review contractor submissions, conduct safety inductions, monitor on-site work compliance, enforce PTW and 5S standards, manage contractor activities, and coordinate laydown/resting areas with stakeholders.
• Process Safety Improvement: Analyze process flows, identify pain points, propose tech-driven solutions, review SOPs/MOC designs with owners, and integrate LOTO/safe shutdown procedures.
• Emergency Response: Support SIC/SMC/FSM in preparedness drills, coordinate with admin/security, liaise with authorities, verify emergency equipment, and assist in ERP revisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in ESH, process safety, or a related field.
• WSQ Certifications: Specialist in WSH (Level C); Manage Work at Height; Supervise Work in Confined Spaces; Assess Confined Spaces for Safe Entry & Work; Implement Incident Management Processes; Develop Risk Management Implementation Plans.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced formulas, functions, and data tools); Working knowledge of ISO standards and management systems; Strong grasp of Singapore legal ESH requirements; Experience with MHI implementation and assessment; Solid foundation in Process Safety principles; Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn; Strong communicator with empathy to navigate complex issues; Team player who thrives both independently and collaboratively; Leadership mindset, promoting and exemplifying safe work practices.

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