EHS Manager

About Our Client

Our client is a global engineering specialist providing modular and prefabricated infrastructure solutions for data centers across Asia.

Job Summary

This position acts as the primary local interface for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance within the Malaysian market. The role is responsible for harmonizing international project standards with local statutory requirements to ensure safe, efficient, and legally compliant construction operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Adapt global EHS frameworks to meet specific Malaysian legal mandates, ensuring full alignment with regulations set by DOSH, CIDB, and FMA.
• Direct the complete on-site safety lifecycle, from creating localized safety protocols and conducting daily inspections to forecasting risks and preventing operational incidents.
• Perform routine site audits to detect procedural gaps or non-compliant activities, issuing corrective actions and monitoring them until fully resolved.
• Serve as the main liaison for clients, project management consultants, third-party auditors, and government agencies to streamline inspections and compliance reporting.
• Oversee the resolution of all audit findings and official inspection issues, maintaining detailed compliance records to prevent penalties or work stoppages.
• Investigate safety hazards, near-misses, and minor incidents to identify root causes and implement long-term preventive strategies compliant with local laws.
• Assist senior leadership in preparing accurate accident and compliance reports, ensuring all data submissions meet official standards and minimize reporting risks.
• Verify the accuracy and integrity of internal EHS documentation while coordinating and supervising local and subcontractor safety teams.
• Foster a strong safety culture by organizing training sessions and case reviews based on observed site violations and incident trends.

Requirements

• Malaysian citizenship with fluent English and functional Mandarin communication abilities.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Safety Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least six years of EHS management experience in the construction or electromechanical sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of Malaysian EHS legislation, construction safety standards, and risk management systems.
• Proven ability to develop Risk Assessments (RA), Permit to Work (PTW) documents, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), and incident reports.
• Mandatory possession of the Malaysian Safety Green Book; NEBOSH or OSHA certification is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication skills, and the ability to manage high-pressure environments in large-scale data center projects.