Plant SHE Manager

Level: Department Manager
Location: Samut Sakhon, Thailand

Job Summary

The Plant Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Manager is responsible for leading and driving safety, occupational health, and environmental management programs across the manufacturing site. This role ensures compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, promotes a strong safety culture, minimises operational and environmental risks, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to achieve world-class SHE performance

The position partners closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to implement SHE strategies, manage audits and certifications, investigate incidents, develop employee capabilities, and foster a culture of safety and sustainability throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. SHE Strategy & Continuous Improvement

Develop and execute site-level SHE strategies, initiatives, and improvement plans aligned with business and organisational objectives
Monitor SHE performance indicators and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Collaborate with plant leadership to drive SHE excellence and sustainable operational practice
s.Support the implementation of corporate SHE policies, standards, and programs

2. Safety, Health & Environmental Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable safety, health, environmental, and occupational regulations
Monitor regulatory changes and recommend actions to maintain compliance
Maintain all required SHE permits, licenses, records, and reporting requirements
Coordinate external inspections, audits, and certification activities

3. Risk Assessment & Control

Lead risk assessments across manufacturing operations and ensure effective control measures are implemented
Identify workplace hazards and ensure preventive and corrective actions are complete
d.Promote proactive safety initiatives and risk reduction programs

4. Incident Management & Emergency Preparedness

Lead investigations of safety, health, environmental, and property-related incidents
Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive action
Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and closure of incidents
Develop, review, and maintain emergency response and crisis management procedures
Coordinate emergency drills and preparedness activities

5. SHE Audits & Management Systems

Plan and conduct SHE audits, inspections, and compliance assessments
Coordinate internal and external audits, including certification audits
Track audit findings and ensure timely closure of corrective action
Manage SHE documentation and management systems to ensure compliance and effectiveness

6. Environmental Management & Sustainability

Oversee environmental programs related to waste management, wastewater treatment, emissions control, energy efficiency, and resource utilisation
Drive environmental improvement and sustainability initiatives
Monitor environmental performance indicators and implement improvement plans

7. Training & Safety Culture

Develop and deliver SHE training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors
Promote SHE awareness through communication campaigns and engagement activities
Drive employee participation in safety initiatives and behaviour-based safety programs
Build a strong safety culture through coaching, leadership engagement, and continuous improvement

8. Leadership & Team Manageme

Lead and develop the site SHE team to achieve performance objectives
Coach and mentor team members to strengthen technical and leadership capabilities
Foster cross-functional collaboration to improve overall SHE performanc
Support talent development and succession planning within the SHE function

9. Project & Change Management

Participate in capital projects and operational changes to ensure SHE requirements are incorporated from the design stage
Review and validate projects involving safety, occupational health, or environmental impact
Support the safe implementation of new equipment, technologies, and manufacturing processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field
Professional Safety Officer Certification and/or other relevant SHE certifications preferred
Minimum 8 years of experience in Safety, Health & Environment within manufacturing, industrial, food manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, or related industries
Proven experience in SHE management systems, audits, and regulatory compliance progra
ms.Strong experience in incident investigation, risk assessment, and emergency response management
Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
Strong knowledge of occupational safety, health, and environmental management systems.
Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other relevant international standards
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing capabilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to drive organisational change and foster a strong safety culture.
Good command of both Thai and English
Travel Requirement: Occasional travel within Samut Sakhon and nearby manufacturing sites as required

Plant SHE Manager (Samut Sakhon Based)