Health Safety Environment Officer

About the job

At Quaker Houghton we are experts in the development production and application of industrial process fluids lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the worlds largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today we have a global presence with our corporate headquarters located in the PA USA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates.

As a Safety & Health Officer (SHO) for our Dipsol Selangor site you will be responsible for leading occupational safety and health programs to ensure compliance with Malaysian regulatory requirements QH company EHS standards and industry best practices. The incumbent acts as the competent person registered with the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH/JKKP) and provides professional advice to management on workplace safety risk management accident prevention and legal compliance. The role is critical in fostering a proactive safety culture and ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for employees contractors and visitors.

Safety Leadership

• Promote and drive a positive safety culture across the organization.
• Advise management on occupational safety and health matters.
• Lead safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
• Act as a change agent for EHS excellence.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Malaysian OSHA 1994 FMA 1967 and related regulations.
• Maintain all statutory safety records permits licenses and reports.
• Liaise with government authorities including DOSH/JKKP during inspections and audits.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Management

• Conduct HIRARC (Hazard Identification Risk Assessment and Risk Control) studies.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Review work processes to eliminate or reduce safety risks.
• Ensure compliance with safe work procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Process Safety & IMS Management System

Incident Investigation

• Investigate accidents dangerous occurrences near misses and occupational illnesses.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor closure of investigation findings.

Safety Inspections & Audits

• Conduct regular workplace inspections and EHS audits.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and compliance.
• Track corrective actions and ensure timely closure.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct employee safety induction programs.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety campaigns.
• Support competency development and safety training initiatives.
• Promote employee engagement in safety activities.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans.
• Organize fire drills evacuation exercises and emergency simulations.
• Coordinate Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities.

Occupational Health Programs

• Support industrial hygiene monitoring activities.
• Coordinate health surveillance and medical monitoring programs.
• Assist in ergonomics and wellness initiatives.

Essential

• Registered DOSH/JKKP Safety & Health Officer (SHO).
• Valid DOSH Green Book (Buku Hijau) Holder.
• Diploma or bachelors degree in occupational safety & health Chemical Engineering Environmental Science or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian occupational safety and health legislation.

Preferred

• ISO 45001/ ISO 14001 Internal Auditor certification.
• First Aid certification.
• Emergency Response Team (ERT) certification.
• Additional industrial safety qualifications.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing chemical petrochemical oil & gas construction or heavy industry.
• Experience dealing with regulatory authorities and compliance audits.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and risk management.

What Success Looks Like

This role has a clear mandate. Success will be measured by:

• Zero fatalities and serious injuries.
• Reduction in TRIR / LTIR.
• Completion of safety inspections and audits.
• Corrective action closure rate.
• Regulatory compliance score.
• Training completion percentage.
• Emergency drill performance.
• Contractor safety compliance.

who are we

We are the global leader in industrial process fluids and engineering present in 40 countries continually improving and innovating so the worlds steel aluminum automotive aircraft machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100 locations our chemists engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently even more effectively whatever comes next.

Our values: Live Safe Exceed Customer Expectations Drive Results Embrace Diversity Do Great Things Together Act with integrity.

Our core values embody who we are as a company guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values in words and actions builds a safer stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.

Join the team and grow where your contributions will matter !