Environment Health & Safety Operations Executive (Data Centre)

Environmental, Health & Safety Operations

• Implement and maintain Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and best practices for Data Centre operations.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian regulatory requirements including DOSH, DOE, CIDB, and other applicable legislation.
• Conduct routine site inspections, Daily Site Walks, workplace audits, and GACE assessments to identify hazards and improve workplace safety.
• Perform safety inspections and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

Incident Management & Compliance

• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare incident reports, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and regulatory documentation within required service level agreements.
• Escalate unsafe acts or unsafe conditions promptly according to established response timelines.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, inspection reports, audit findings, and compliance documentation.

Training & Safety Culture

• Deliver EHS induction programs, toolbox talks, safety awareness sessions, and emergency response training.
• Promote the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
• Foster a proactive safety culture through continuous communication, engagement, and employee awareness initiatives.

Environmental & Sustainability

• Monitor environmental performance including:
• Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
• Noise levels
• Energy efficiency
• Water usage
• Waste management
• Recommend initiatives to improve environmental sustainability and operational performance.

Emergency Response & Risk Management

• Support emergency preparedness planning, evacuation drills, and emergency response procedures.
• Coordinate safety responses during incidents and high-priority events.
• Ensure timely communication with internal stakeholders and emergency response teams.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with facility managers, engineering teams, contractors, clients, and government authorities on EHS matters.
• Support audits conducted by customers, regulatory bodies, and external consultants.
• Provide recommendations to continuously improve workplace safety and operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Registered Safety & Health Officer (SHO) with DOSH is mandatory.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety management.
• Prior experience supporting Data Centre, mission-critical facilities, or industrial operations is required.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, audits, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance activities.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Malaysian EHS legislation and regulatory requirements (DOSH, DOE, CIDB).
• Familiarity with:
• Risk Assessment
• GACE Assessment
• Safety Audits
• Incident Investigation
• Emergency Response Planning
• Environmental Monitoring
• Understanding of Data Centre operations and critical infrastructure is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Able to influence and promote a positive safety culture.
• Good presentation and training facilitation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using EHS management systems or reporting software is an advantage.
• Able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Service Level Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to meet operational service standards including:

• Conduct daily Data Centre site inspections according to schedule.
• Complete daily inspection reports before the end of each shift.
• Escalate safety hazards within 20 minutes of identification.
• Respond to Priority 0 & Priority 1 incidents immediately or within 20 minutes.
• Respond to Priority 2 & Priority 3 incidents within 1 hour.
• Submit incident reports and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) within required timelines.