Safety Officer

Purpose:

To ensure a safe and healthy working environment by implementing monitoring and improving workplace safety and health systems in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and related regulations.

Responsibility:

Safety & Health Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (OSHA 1994) Factories and Machinery Act 1967 (FMA) and related regulations.
• Maintain and update the companys Safety & Health policies SOPs and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRARC) safety audit and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for all work activities.
• Lead or support Emergency Response Team (ERT) preparations drills and documentation.
• Report and investigate all accidents incidents and near misses including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Environmental Management

• Ensure compliance with Environmental Quality Act 1974 DOE (JAS) regulations and local authority requirements.
• Monitor and manage scheduled waste air emission effluent noise and other environmental aspects.
• Maintain environmental records and support ESG / sustainability reporting where required.

Manufacturing & Operational Safety

• Develop and enforce safety procedures ie cutting & welding staging forklift handling high rise area confined space ionising radiation permit high voltage gasses usage etc.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of PPE and safety equipment.
• Verify contractor competencies and ensure compliance with SHE standards during work execution.
• Oversee permit-to-work (PTW) issuance and site safety supervision.

Building & Facility Safety

• Monitor security system fire safety systems electrical safety emergency exits and ventilation.
• Conduct facility inspections and coordinate safety during maintenance or renovation projects.
• Organise fire drills and emergency response training.
• Liaise with BOMBA DOSH and other regulatory agencies for inspections and apporvals.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct and coordinate SHE training safety briefings toolbox meetings and awareness programs.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure employees understand SHE requirements.

SHE Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare monthly SHE reports compliance documents audit reports and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain updated licenses permits and statutory requirements (e.g. PMA DOSH approvals DOE reporting).

Inspections & Audits

• Conduct regular workplace inspections internal audits and support external audits (DOSH DOE ISO 45001 ISO 14001).
• Ensure timely implementation of corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with various departments.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health Environmental Science Engineering or related field.
• Green Book Holder (Registered Safety & Health Officer with DOSH) is an added advantage.
• Niosh Safety & Health Officer (SHO) certificate is an advantage.
• For environmental roles CePSWAM CePIETSO or other DOE certifications are added advantages.
• Minimum 5 years experience in SHE or EHS role.
• Experience in manufacturing construction logistics or similar high-risk industries preferred.
• Good knowledge of OSHA FMA EQA and relevant Malaysian regulations.
• Strong skills in risk assessment incident investigation PTW system ERT management and SHE documentation.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.

Salary Range: Up to RM7k

Location: Pasir Gudang Johor