Senior Manager, EHS Construction | Pharma Greenfield Start-Up plant| West

_Scope:__Responsible for ensuring EHS compliance throughout the construction phase of a new facility, as well as supporting the transition into daily operations. This role will work closely with internal departments, contractors and senior management to establish a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and company EHS standards._

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS strategies, policies and programmes in alignment with company objectives and local regulatory requirements.
• Oversee EHS matters throughout the construction phase, ensuring contractors and site activities comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Conduct and review risk assessments, workplace inspections and safety audits, implementing appropriate preventive and corrective measures.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore WSH and environmental regulations, including relevant reporting and documentation.
• Oversee contractor safety management, including work permits, high-risk activities and Design for Safety (DfS) requirements.
• Monitor EHS performance, identify areas for improvement and provide regular updates and reports to management.
• Coordinate internal and external EHS audits, incident investigations and follow-up corrective actions.
• Develop and conduct EHS training, safety awareness programmes and emergency response exercises for employees and contractors.
• Oversee fire safety, emergency preparedness, waste management and other environmental matters.
• Work closely with project, engineering, construction and operational teams to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated into project design and daily operations.
• Lead and develop the EHS team, providing guidance, coaching and support to ensure effective implementation of EHS programmes.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health, Environmental Safety, Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant EHS experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, semiconductor or other industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience in construction safety management, preferably involving greenfield or large-scale industrial projects.
• MOM-registered Workplace Safety and Health Officer (WSHO) is preferred.
• Familiarity with Singapore WSH regulations, risk assessments, contractor management and EHS compliance.
• Experience in fire safety management, emergency response and EHS management systems will be an advantage.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage teams and work effectively with different stakeholders.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in English is required. Mandarin-speaking ability will be an advantage when liaising with stakeholders in China.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Koh;fiona.koh@gmprecruit.com

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