Operations & Safety Manager

GASHUBUNITED UTILITY PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GASHUBUNITED UTILITY PRIVATE LIMITED is seeking a senior safety-focused leader to oversee LNG plant safety, incident management, emergency preparedness, and training across operations. You will ensure adherence to Singapore WSH/MOM and SCDF requirements, manage risk assessments, audits, and documentation, and coordinate with regulators and internal teams.

The role requires 5–8 years in LNG/high-risk ops, 3–5 years in leadership, and strong skills in safety management, leadership, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of LNG/LPG or high-risk industrial operations experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of managerial/supervisory experience in plant operations or safety.
• Proven experience in LNG/cryogenic operations, cylinder filling, storage, tank operations and hazardous materials handling.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore WSH/MOM and SCDF requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in process safety, risk assessment, incident investigation, emergency response and contractor safety management.

Responsibilities

• Lead LNG plant safety strategy including PSMS, incident management, emergency response, training, audits and compliance.
• Oversee LNG cylinder filling operations and related logistics, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Plan LNG deliveries, storage, dispatch, and equipment performance across the facility.
• Manage fleet, cylinders, and asset management with cost tracking and safety oversight.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and engage regulators, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Safety management

Education

Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Safety, Operations Management

Job description

Reports to the Chief Executive Officer

LNG Plant Safety

1. Health, Safety & Process Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the LNG plant's Health, Safety, and Process Safety Management (PSM) systems

• Ensure full compliance with Singapore's regulatory framework for LNG operations, including:

  1. Workplace Safety & Health (WSH)

  2. SCDF fire safety guidelines

• Lead hazard identification and risk assessments.

• Ensure effective management of Major Accident Hazards related to LNG storage, liquefaction, loading/unloading, and utilities

• Maintain accurate operational records, hazard reports, and audit documentation.

• Oversee safe work systems, confined space entry, hot work, and working at height.

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety performance and compliance

• Ensure effective control of cryogenic, flammable, and pressurized systems

• Verify compliance with PPE requirements and safe operating procedures

2. Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead investigation of incidents, near misses, and process safety events using root cause analysis

• Track corrective and preventive actions to closure

• Analyze safety performance trends and recommend improvements

3. Emergency Response & Preparedness

• Develop, implement, and maintain Emergency Response Plans (ERP) for LNG-specific scenarios (gas release, fire, explosion, cryogenic spills)

• Conduct regular safety drills, toolbox meetings, and staff competency assessments.

• Act as key liaison with emergency services, regulatory authorities, and internal crisis management teams

4. Training & Safety Culture

• Develop and deliver safety and process safety training for employees and contractors

• Promote safety leadership, behavioral safety programs, and workforce engagement

• Ensure competency requirements for safety-critical roles are defined and met.

5. Audits, Reporting & Compliance

• Conduct internal safety audits and support external audits and inspections

• Prepare safety reports, KPIs, regulatory submissions, and management reviews

• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes to ensure safety risks are properly evaluated and controlled

Plant Operations

1. LNG Cylinder Filling Operations

• Oversee daily LNG cylinder filling activities in accordance with safety protocols, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SCDF, MOM).

• Ensure correct filling procedures, cylinder quality checks, pre- and post-fill inspections, and accurate documentation.

• Implement SOPs for filling, venting, purging, and handling cryogenic cylinders.

• Monitor equipment such as cryogenic pumps, vaporizers, hoses, pressure systems, and safety devices to ensure reliability and minimize downtime.

• Lead troubleshooting during filling operations and coordinate with maintenance for preventive and corrective actions.

2. LNG Logistics & Supply Planning

• Manage the scheduling and coordination of LNG deliveries from Singapore LNG Terminal or other LNG supply sources.

• Plan and optimize LNG ISO tank unloading arrangements, storage management, and cylinder dispatch.

• Prepare short-term and long-term demand forecasts for LNG cylinder customers.

• Ensure timely and cost-efficient movement of filled/empty cylinders between customers, filling station, and storage locations.

3. Fleet & Cylinder Asset Management

• Oversee LNG cylinder inventory, maintenance schedules, recertification, and lifecycle tracking.

• Manage transport fleet scheduling (trucks, drivers, third-party logistics) for safe and timely deliveries.

• Ensure compliance with transport regulations for hazardous materials.

• Manage fleet maintenance and good upkeeping.

• Plan for LNG transportation outsourcing

4. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce filling cycle time, and increase throughput.

• Improve utilisation rates of LNG cylinders, ISO tanks, and transport fleet.

• Identify cost-reduction opportunities in logistics, assets, and operations.

5. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and manage a team of operators, technicians, dispatchers, planners, and drivers.

• Plan training, performance reviews, and skill development programs for staff.

• Engage with customers/team to plan deliveries, resolve service issues, and improve service levels.

• Work closely with commercial, maintenance, HSSE and engineering departments.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports including volumes

• Oversee accurate documentation of filling records.

• Maintain operational budgets and oversee cost tracking for logistics and facility operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Safety, Operations Management or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in LNG, LPG, oil & gas, petrochemical, cryogenic, hazardous materials or other high-risk industrial operations.

• Minimum 3-5 years of managerial/supervisory experience in plant operations, safety or a related field.

• Proven experience in LNG/cryogenic operations, cylinder filling, storage, tank operations and/or hazardous materials handling.

• Strong knowledge of Singapore WSH/MOM and SCDF requirements applicable to LNG and high-risk industrial operations.

• Demonstrated experience in process safety, risk assessment, incident investigation, emergency response and contractor safety management.

• Experience in LNG logistics, fleet management, cylinder/asset management and supply planning is highly preferred.

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary operational teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage regulators, customers, contractors and internal stakeholders.

• Willingness to be available for emergency response and critical operational matters outside normal working hours when required.