Head, HSE

Job Summary

A dedicated Head HSE is essential because MRANTI Park operates as a complex, high-risk, live ecosystem, rather than a standard commercial property. The Park's scope includes managing significant physical infrastructure and complex utilities (such as high-voltage areas, utility plants, and active construction zones) that demand constant, expert oversight to ensure uncompromised safety and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Policy
• Develop and Implement OSH Policy: Establishing the overarching Occupational Safety and Health, and likely Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures for the entire MRANTI organization.
• Strategic Planning: Integrating OSH strategies and objectives into MRANTI's overall business plan.
• Budget Management: Managing the OSH budget, resources, and staffing for the department.
• Legal Compliance and Governance
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring MRANTI's operations, facilities, and all tenant/stakeholder activities within its premises strictly comply with Malaysian laws, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994, the Factories and Machinery Act, and relevant environmental regulations.
• Liaison with Authorities: Serving as the main point of contact and liaison with regulatory bodies such as the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) and the Department of Environment (DOE).
• System Maintenance: Overseeing the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (e.g., in line with ISO 45001).
• Risk Management and Operations
• Risk Assessment: Directing and overseeing comprehensive HIRARC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control) across all MRANTI sites, facilities (including labs, R&D spaces, and offices), and projects.
• Inspection and Audits: Planning and leading regular safety inspections, internal, and external audits to identify hazards and non-compliance issues.
• Emergency Response: Developing, implementing, and regularly testing comprehensive Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) for fire, medical, environmental incidents, and other potential emergencies.
• Incident Management: Investigating all incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Safety Culture and Training
• Promote Safety Culture: Championing a proactive and positive safety culture across the organization, including staff, tenants, and visitors.
• Training Programs: Developing and conducting mandatory safety training, induction programs, and specialized training (e.g., lab safety, working at height, chemical handling) for all relevant personnel.
• Safety Committee: Chairing or actively participating in the MRANTI Safety and Health Committee.
  
  

Key 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 10 years of progressive experience in the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) field.
• At least 5 years in a managerial or Head of Department role.
• 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.