ASSISTANT MANAGER, QUALITY, HSE & COMPLIANCE

Company: SimpliSolar (LeveragEdge Sdn Bhd)

Location: Subang Jaya, with travel to project sites

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

About SimpliSolar

SimpliSolar delivers Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Energy Management Systems (EMS) and EV charging solutions. We are seeking a professional with practical electrical works experience to lead our Quality, HSE & Compliance function and strengthen project quality, workplace safety and compliance across the company.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will provide independent QA/QC oversight, coordinate HSE activities and support the implementation of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 management systems.

You will supervise an Executive, Regulatory & Compliance who coordinates authority submissions, maintains compliance registers and supports risk and governance monitoring. You will guide, review and ensure timely delivery of the department's work.

Electrical works experience is mandatory. We welcome candidates from electrical contracting, M&E construction, engineering, EPCC or renewable energy. Strong senior executives or engineers ready to progress into an assistant manager role are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

• Develop and maintain QA/QC procedures, inspection checklists and project quality records.
• Conduct independent site inspections to assess electrical installation quality and workmanship against approved drawings, specifications and procedures.
• Review inspection, testing, commissioning and handover documentation with the project team.
• Raise non-conformance reports, coordinate root-cause analysis and verify corrective-action effectiveness.
• Monitor recurring defects and work with project teams, Procurement, suppliers and contractors to improve quality.

Health, Safety and Environment

• Coordinate HSE activities across company premises and project sites.
• Review risk assessments, safe work procedures and contractor safety arrangements with responsible teams.
• Conduct site safety inspections, including checks on electrical isolation, safe energisation, work at height and lifting activities.
• Follow up on unsafe conditions and outstanding corrective actions.
• Coordinate incident and near-miss investigations, emergency preparedness, drills and relevant training.
• Escalate serious hazards and unresolved safety concerns promptly.

ISO Management Systems and Compliance

• Coordinate ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 implementation, documentation, internal audits and certification activities.
• Monitor implementation of approved company policies and SOPs, document gaps and track corrective actions.
• Supervise the Executive in coordinating authority and incentive submissions, including matters involving SEDA, TNB, Suruhanjaya Tenaga, MIDA and MGTC.
• Oversee compliance calendars, legal registers, renewal trackers and submission status.
• Work with relevant departments to obtain complete documentation and resolve delays.

Risk Monitoring and Department Leadership

• Coordinate the annual Corporate Risk Profile review and follow up on mitigation progress with designated risk owners.
• Supervise and develop the Executive, Regulatory & Compliance.
• Prepare management reports on quality, HSE, compliance, audit findings and outstanding actions.
• Report material concerns directly to the CEO and recommend practical improvements.

Position Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Typically 4–6 years of relevant experience, including hands-on experience in electrical works and responsibilities involving QA/QC, HSE or compliance.
• Practical electrical works experience is essential, with involvement in electrical installation, site supervision, inspection, testing or commissioning.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and assess installation workmanship, testing records and handover documentation.
• Practical understanding of electrical hazards and safety controls, including isolation, lockout/tagout, earthing and safe energisation.
• Experience in inspections, root-cause analysis and corrective-action follow-up.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001, with willingness to develop broader management system competencies.
• Strong organisational, report-writing and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and follow through on outstanding actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital tracking tools.
• Good written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Added Advantages

• Experience in Solar PV, BESS or renewable energy EPCC projects.
• Hands-on involvement in ISO implementation, maintenance or internal auditing.
• Relevant ISO internal auditor, lead auditor or HSE training.
• Exposure to Malaysian authority submissions, regulatory compliance or corporate risk registers.
• Previous supervisory or team coordination experience.

Candidates with a strong electrical works background and relevant quality or safety experience who are willing to develop broader ISO and regulatory compliance knowledge will also be considered. Solar-specific authority and incentive submission experience is an advantage.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to the growth of renewable energy and energy management solutions.
• Lead a dedicated function with direct access to the CEO.
• Help shape the company's quality, safety and compliance practices.
• Develop your experience across project assurance, ISO systems and regulatory coordination.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [Confidential Information].

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