We are seeking a dynamic and visionary SHE Head to lead and govern all Safety, Health & Environmental functions across more than 10 manufacturing plants.

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for building a unified, high-performance SHE organization that drives operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a deeply embedded safety culture across the Group.

You will serve as the key advisor to Senior Management, shaping enterprise-wide SHE strategy while ensuring consistent implementation at plant level.

If you are a transformational leader with strong regulatory mastery, operational insight, and the ability to influence at all levels — we would love to connect with you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic & Governance Leadership

Develop and drive the Group's SHE vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap aligned with business objectives.
Establish robust governance frameworks to standardize SHE policies, procedures, and KPIs across all plants.
Lead, mentor, and align plant-level SHE teams to ensure consistent execution and accountability.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities, customers, and external stakeholders on SHE matters.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Oversight

Ensure full compliance with all applicable Malaysian regulations including:
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994
Factories and Machinery Act (FMA) 1967
Fire Services Act 1988
Environmental Quality Act & Scheduled Waste Regulations 2005
DOE, DOSH, BOMBA, CIDB and other statutory requirements
Oversee scheduled waste management and eSWIS compliance across all plants.
Establish enterprise-wide risk management frameworks, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning.
Drive a zero-incident philosophy covering workplace accidents, fire risks, chemical exposures (including chlorine), and environmental breaches.

3. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Implement and maintain integrated SHE Management Systems aligned with:
ISO 45001:2018
ISO 14001:2015
Lead Group-wide internal audits, compliance reviews, and gap assessments.
Analyze incident trends and safety performance data to implement preventive and corrective actions.
Champion best practices, digitalization, and innovation in SHE monitoring and reporting.

4. Emergency & Crisis Management

Oversee the Emergency Response & Crisis Management framework across all sites.
Lead the Emergency Control Centre during critical incidents.
Ensure robust business continuity planning related to SHE risks.
Conduct simulation drills and ensure plant readiness at all times.

5. Culture, Capability & Engagement

Drive safety culture transformation from compliance-based to ownership-driven behavior.
Design and implement Group-wide SHE competency frameworks and training roadmaps.
Coach plant leaders to integrate SHE into daily operational decision-making.
Promote visible leadership, proactive reporting, and continuous improvement mindset.

Who We're Looking For

Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
Registered and certified competency in Safety, Occupational Health, or Environmental field (e.g., Green Book holder or equivalent).
Minimum 10–15 years of progressive SHE leadership experience, with multi-site or manufacturing exposure preferred.
Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 systems implementation and auditing.
Demonstrated experience managing regulatory authorities (e.g., DOSH, DOE, BOMBA) and external audits.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Proven ability to lead large teams and influence cross-functional leaders.

Why Join Us

Lead SHE strategy across a diverse manufacturing footprint of 10+ plants.
Be a key architect in driving a zero-incident, sustainability-focused organization.
Work directly with Senior Leadership to shape long-term operational excellence.
Make a measurable impact on people, environment, and business continuity.

Senior Manager, Environment, Health, and Safety