EHS Specialist

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist (Yearly Renewable)

• Location Tuas

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our clients' operational team.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring strict compliance with EHS regulations, managing site safety initiatives, driving sustainability objectives, and fostering a strong safety culture across manufacturing operations in the Pharmaceutical environment

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Regulatory Compliance & Management Systems:

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable EHS regulations, statutory permits, licenses, company policies, and corporate management system requirements.

  • Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of site EHS programs, compliance initiatives, and sustainability objectives.

• Hazard Identification & Risk Control:

  • Conduct regular workplace inspections, safety tours, compliance assessments, audits, Risk Assessments (RA), Job Safety Analyses (JSA), environmental impact evaluations, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) reviews to identify potential hazards and implement effective risk controls.

• Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions:

  • Lead or support investigations for incidents, near misses, hazardous observations, and environmental events.

  • Track Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) through to effective closure.

• EHS Documentation & Administration:

  • Maintain comprehensive EHS documentation, permits, licenses, training records, compliance registers, procedures, operational manuals, and Emergency Response Plans (ERP).

• Environmental & Waste Management:

  • Support environmental management programs, including hazardous waste management, chemical management, spill prevention/response, emissions monitoring, resource conservation, and regulatory environmental reporting.

  • Coordinate with licensed waste management contractors, service providers, third-party contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliant and safe execution of site activities.

• Emergency Preparedness & Engineering Reviews:

  • Support emergency response readiness, including conducting fire safety programs, emergency drills, spill response preparedness, business continuity, and crisis management initiatives.

  • Assist in EHS technical reviews for facility modifications, engineering projects, Management of Change (MOC), and site improvement initiatives.

• Performance Tracking & Safety Culture:

  • Monitor key EHS performance indicators (KPIs), regulatory commitments, and site safety objectives, providing timely reporting and follow-up.

  • Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, safety training, clear communications, awareness campaigns, contractor management, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Perform other EHS-related duties and projects to support operational excellence and maintain the site’s license-to-operate objectives.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) with any years of relevant experience, OR

  • Associate degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR

  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 6+ years of relevant experience.

• Core Skills & Technical Knowledge:

  • Demonstrated experience in Industrial Safety, specifically within manufacturing facility environments.

  • Ability to develop and conduct Environment, Health & Safety training programs (including local applications and standards).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficient computer skills and strong working knowledge of the MS Office Suite.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Risk Management & Problem Solving:

  • In-depth knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to design and implement practical, suitable controls.

  • Proven experience in formulating cost-effective alternatives for corrective and preventive actions.

  • Strong problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking.

  • Proven track record of working collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

• AI & Modern Productivity Tools:

  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem-solving, streamline documentation, and enhance daily productivity.

  • Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how emerging AI tools can improve EHS outcomes, combined with an understanding of responsible AI practices, data risk management, and ethical usage.