Role Overview

The Safety (HSE) Manager will oversee, implement, and enforce all health, safety, and environmental policies on-site for a major construction project in Johor. Serving as the key regulatory and operational lead, this role ensures full compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements and international safety standards, managing subcontractor compliance and fostering a zero-harm site culture.

Key Responsibilities

HSE Management & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain the Project HSE Plan in compliance with ISO 45001, OSHA 1994 (Amendment 2022), and client-specific requirements.
Risk Assessment: Lead and review Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control (HIRARC) for all site activities, particularly high-risk MEP and civil works.
Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into any site incidents or near-misses, formulate root-cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Authority Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for local regulatory bodies, including DOSH (JKKP), DOE (JAS), and local municipal councils in Johor.
Subcontractor & Site Oversight: Conduct regular site safety audits, inspections, and tool-box talks. Enforce strict safety compliance among all subcontractors.
Reporting & Documentation: Compile comprehensive weekly and monthly HSE KPIs, incident reports, and safety metrics for project leadership and clients.

Requirements

Qualifications: Valid DOSH Green Book registration (Registered Safety and Health Officer) is mandatory.
Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of safety management experience in the construction industry, ideally with a Main Contractor handling large-scale industrial projects (Data Centers, high-tech factories, or major infrastructure preferred).
Local Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Malaysian safety legislations, environmental regulations, and Johor local authority procedures.
Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence site teams, manage high-pressure situations, and communicate effectively in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

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