WSH Manager/ Supervisor (Chemical Plant/ Jurong Island)

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

Job summary

A leading environmental service company in Singapore seeks an ESH Manager to ensure compliance with regulations and to foster a strong safety culture. Key responsibilities include managing the ESH budget, leading training programs, and overseeing compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, relevant certifications, and experience in managing ESH programs effectively.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a similar role.
• Experience in vendor management and ISO systems.
• Familiar with liaising with government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to the Safety Case in line with MHI regulations.
• Oversee the ESH budget and spending.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external ESH training programs.
• Monitor employee performance and ensure required competency levels.

Skills

Leadership skills

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Vendor management

Planning and organization

Education

Degree in ESH, Chemical Engineering or related field

Certified WSH Officer (Level C)

BizSafe Level 2 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

This role is responsible for ensuring the plant complies with environmental, safety, and health (ESH) regulations. This includes implementing and maintaining ESH programs, policies, and procedures to reduce environmental impact, prevent accidents, and ensure a safe workplace. The role involves working with various teams, providing training and guidance, and promoting a strong ESH culture across the organization. The ESH Manager also monitors and reports on ESH performance, coordinates with regulatory authorities, and supports audits and inspections to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to the Safety Case in line with MHI (Major Hazard Installation) regulations.


• Keep plant process safety information up to date.


• Oversee the ESH budget and spending.


• Approve purchases of ESH-related consumables and equipment.


• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements.


• Support major plant shutdown activities.


• Maintain the legal register and monitor compliance.


• Organize required assessments (e.g., stack emissions, IHM, noise).


• Coordinate employee health assessments.


• Lead risk and EAI assessments for any process changes.


• Develop, review, and update ESH-related work procedures and SOPs.


• Handle ad hoc ESH tasks as assigned.


• Liaise with authorities for licensing or changes in hazardous substance limits.


• Handle incident investigations and report non-conformities to relevant authorities.


• Plan and coordinate internal and external ESH training programs.


• Conduct regular coaching and feedback sessions.


• Monitor employee performance and ensure required competency levels.

Requirements

• Degree in ESH, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.


• Certified WSH Officer (Level C).


• Certified Confined Space Assessor and Work-at-Height (WAH) Assessor.


• BizSafe Level 2 certification.


• At least 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years in a similar role.


• Experience in vendor management and ISO systems.


• Familiar with liaising with government agencies.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office (intermediate level).


• Strong leadership skills to manage the ESH team and meet department KPIs.


• Knowledge of ISO 45001, SS651, and ISO 14001 standards.


• Skilled in conducting risk assessments and EAI assessments.


• Experienced in leading accident investigations.


• Understanding of the ACTA framework.


• Good planning and organizational skills to manage tasks and resources effectively.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Passionate about workplace safety and health (WSH).


• Demonstrates integrity and professionalism.


• Firm yet fair when addressing issues and managing staff.


• Flexible, proactive, and willing to go the extra mile.