Head, HSE

Job Summary

Lead and oversee the organisation's Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), Fire Safety, Emergency Response, Business Continuity, and compliance programmes. The role ensures a safe, secure, and resilient operating environment through effective risk management, regulatory compliance, operational preparedness, and sustainability-driven practices.

Job Responsibilities

1. HSE Leadership & Governance

• Develop and implement HSE strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Establish a strong safety culture across all facilities and operations.
• Drive compliance with applicable legislation, standards, and industry best practices.
• Lead HSE performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Report HSE performance and risks to senior management.

2. Fire Safety Management (FSM)

• Act as the appointed Fire Safety Manager for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with requirements from: Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM), Local authorities and statutory agencies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Fire Safety Management Plans.
• Conduct periodic fire risk assessments.
• Ensure fire protection systems remain operational and compliant.
• Lead fire drills and evacuation exercises.
• Coordinate fire inspections and audits with relevant authorities.

3. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with: Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH/JKKP), Department of Environment (DOE), Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) and Local authority requirements.
• Manage all regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting obligations.
• Ensure permits, licenses, certifications, and statutory records are maintained.

4. Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans (ERP).
• Establish Incident Command Structure (ICS).
• Lead emergency preparedness exercises and simulations.
• Coordinate response to fire, chemical, environmental, medical, and security emergencies.
• Maintain Emergency Operations Centre readiness.

5. Occupational Safety & Health

• Lead workplace hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Manage accident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor contractor safety performance.
• Promote employee health and wellbeing initiatives.

6. Environmental Management

• Develop environmental sustainability programs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Monitor waste management, pollution control, and environmental performance.
• Support ESG and sustainability initiatives.

7. Asset & Infrastructure Safety

• Ensure safety and compliance of: Buildings, Fire protection systems, Mechanical & electrical installations, Lifts and escalators
• Critical infrastructure: Collaborate closely with Facilities Management and Operations teams.

8. Risk Management & Business Continuity

• Conduct enterprise safety and operational risk assessments.
• Support Business Continuity Management (BCM).
• Identify critical operational risks and mitigation measures.
• Develop resilience strategies for critical facilities.

9. Training & Competency Development

• Develop HSE and Fire Safety training programs.
• Ensure competency of Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Conduct awareness campaigns and drills.
• Maintain training records and certification requirements.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health (OSH), Safety Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related Engineering discipline (minimum requirement).
• Must be a Green Book Holder certified by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) field.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-site, or high-risk operational environments.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and align HSE strategies with overall corporate objectives.
• Strong track record in engaging and managing relationships with government agencies (DOSH, DOE, BOMBA/JBPM), senior leadership, tenants, and major external contractors.
• Skilled in developing comprehensive Emergency Response Plans (ERP), and leading crisis communications and mitigation during major incidents.
• Ability to perform deep-dive investigations to identify systemic issues contributing to incidents or Lost Time Injuries (LTIs).
• Capable of designing, enforcing, and driving safety policies, while fostering a strong, organisation-wide culture of safety, responsibility, and accountability.