About the Role
Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) is seeking dedicated and safety-driven individuals to join our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of occupational safety and health practices across port operations.
This position plays an important role in ensuring compliance with Malaysian occupational safety and health regulations, ISO 45001 requirements, company standards and industry best practices.
We welcome applications from candidates with relevant qualifications and practical experience in occupational safety, industrial safety, operational safety or related fields.
Key Responsibilities
1. Occupational Safety & Health Compliance
- Support the implementation of occupational safety and health policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Malaysian safety and health legislation, ISO 45001 requirements and company standards.
- Monitor operational activities to ensure safe working practices are consistently implemented.
- Identify potential safety compliance gaps and recommend appropriate improvement measures.
2. Workplace Safety Inspections & Monitoring
- Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and operational safety monitoring across port facilities.
- Identify workplace hazards, unsafe conditions and unsafe working practices.
- Monitor compliance with established safe systems of work.
- Prepare inspection reports, maintain safety records and follow up on identified issues.
- Conduct safety inspections on vessels calling at PTP and update the relevant inspection database.
3. Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions
- Respond to workplace accidents, near-misses and dangerous occurrences.
- Conduct incident investigations to identify root causes and contributing factors.
- Recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Monitor the implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Maintain incident investigation records, safety statistics and related documentation.
4. Safety Awareness & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support the implementation of safety awareness campaigns and workplace safety initiatives.
- Engage with operational employees, supervisors and relevant stakeholders to promote safe working practices.
- Facilitate discussions with employees when deviations from safety procedures are identified.
- Provide practical guidance on workplace safety requirements and risk prevention.
- Promote a proactive safety culture and encourage accountability for workplace safety.
5. HSE Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve workplace safety practices and operational controls.
- Support initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards and operational safety risks.
- Recommend effective and sustainable solutions to safety-related challenges.
- Participate in HSE improvement programmed and departmental projects.
- Perform other HSE-related duties as assigned by the Head of Section or Head of Department, HSE.
Qualifications & Experience
Track 1: Safety Specialist – Executive
Academic Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health (OSH), Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Experience
- 1–5 years of relevant working experience in occupational safety, operational safety, firefighting or related fields.
- Experience in port operations, container terminals or similar industrial environments is strongly preferred.
- Practical exposure to workplace safety inspections, incident investigations and safety compliance activities is advantageous.
Track 2: Safety Technician / Supervisor – Non-Executive
Academic Qualifications
- Minimum SPM qualification.
- Relevant vocational training or completion of NIOSH or NEBOSH safety officer courses.
Experience
- 1–5 years of relevant working experience in operational safety, firefighting or related fields.
- Practical experience conducting workplace inspections and monitoring operational safety activities is advantageous.
- Experience in port operations or container terminal environments is strongly preferred.
Professional Certifications – Added Advantage
Candidates possessing any of the following certifications or competencies will have an added advantage:
- Green Book / Safety and Health Officer (SHO) competency.
- NIOSH or NEBOSH safety certification.
- Confined Space competency.
- Working at Heights certification.
- Train-the-Trainer certification.
- ISO 45001-related certification.
- Other relevant occupational safety and health certifications.
Educational Background
Diploma/Degree in OSH, Environmental Science or related field (Executive); SPM with relevant vocational or safety training (Technician).
Relevant Working Experience
1–5 years of experience in operational safety, firefighting or related fields.
Occupational Safety & Health Compliance
Understanding of Malaysian occupational safety and health regulations and industry safety standards.
Workplace Safety Inspection
Ability to conduct routine workplace inspections, safety monitoring and hazard identification.
Incident Investigation
Knowledge or experience in incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
ISO 45001 & HSE Management Systems
Understanding of ISO 45001 requirements and occupational safety management systems.
Industry Exposure
Experience in port operations, container terminals, logistics or similar industrial environments.
Professional HSE Certifications
Green Book, NIOSH, NEBOSH, Confined Space, Working at Heights or related certifications.
Communication & Problem-Solving
Ability to communicate in English and Bahasa Malaysia, solve problems and remain calm during emergencies.
Driving Licence
Possess a valid driving licence, minimum Class D.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
The ideal candidate should demonstrate knowledge or practical exposure in the following areas:
- Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Malaysian Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
- ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- Hazard Identification and Risk Management
- Workplace Safety Inspection
- Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Operational Safety Monitoring
- Safety Awareness and Stakeholder Engagement
- HSE Reporting and Documentation