EHSQ Manager

About the Role We are seeking an experienced EHS Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading EHS management across plant operations, ensuring compliance with Thailand’s safety, environmental, and operational regulations. The role oversees EHS risk assessment, legal compliance, permits, environmental management, emergency preparedness, audits, ISO management systems, product safety, and employee training. It provides practical risk mitigation and compliance guidance to management, coordinates with authorities and stakeholders, supports business continuity and crisis management, and promotes a strong safety culture across the organization. Job Descriptions EHS Strategy, Awareness, Communication & Training Develop and implement EHS programs, initiatives, and awareness activities in alignment with company and corporate EHSQ requirements. Promote safety leadership, safety culture, critical risk management, and awareness of critical/high-risk activities across the organization. Communicate EHSQ policies, requirements, rules, standards, safety alerts, and environmental requirements to employees, contractors, visitors, and other stakeholders. Identify and analyze EHS competency and training needs using tools such as Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Matrix. Plan, coordinate, and deliver internal and external EHS training to ensure employees and relevant stakeholders understand and comply with applicable requirements. Support corporate EHS campaigns and initiatives, including safety and environmental awareness events. EHS Legal Compliance & Regulatory Management Establish, maintain, and regularly update the legal and regulatory register covering EHS and plant operations. Monitor changes in Thailand's occupational safety, health, environmental, chemical, and plant operation laws and regulations. Provide regular updates on regulatory developments and support corporate/global regulatory monitoring activities. Advise management on legal compliance gaps, regulatory changes, and appropriate corrective or improvement actions. Liaise and communicate effectively with relevant government authorities and regulatory bodies on EHS and operational matters. Ensure compliance with applicable Thailand EHS laws, regulations, standards, and statutory requirements. Licenses, Permits & Approvals Establish and maintain a comprehensive register of EHS-related licenses, permits, approvals, and statutory requirements. Coordinate with relevant permit owners and stakeholders to ensure licenses, permits, and approvals remain valid and are renewed on time. Monitor and report license and permit status to management on a regular basis. Advise management on potential compliance gaps, expired/expiring permits, and required corrective actions. EHS Risk Management & Operational Risk Control Conduct EHS risk assessments and recommend practical and effective risk control measures to reduce risks to an acceptable level. Establish and maintain accident prevention and risk control measures. Conduct regular workplace inspections and coordinate management inspections to identify and address EHS risks and non-conformities. Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure of inspection findings and non-conformities. Support project and operational activities through risk assessment and change management methodologies, including MOC, PSSR, HAZOP, FMEA, and related assessments. Review and approve high-risk activities, including work permits, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), method statements, lifting plans, maintenance, and facility management activities. Provide practical EHS advice and risk mitigation solutions to management and process owners. Integrated Management System, Audit & Certification Establish, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the Integrated Management System (IMS) in accordance with applicable international standards. Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements. Ensure EHSQ procedures, SOPs, work instructions, and related documentation are current and aligned with corporate/global requirements. Coordinate internal and external audits, follow up on audit findings, and ensure timely closure of corrective actions and non-conformities. Coordinate and support management reviews and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are implemented. Support corporate/global EHS certification and assurance programs. Product Safety & Chemical Compliance Support product safety and chemical compliance requirements, including RoHS, REACH, and other applicable chemical/product safety standards. Review and respond to customer requirements related to product safety, chemical compliance, and green procurement. Liaise with global/central Product Safety teams and relevant internal functions on product safety matters. Support Operations and Supply Chain functions in complying with Dangerous Goods Regulations and applicable requirements for storage, handling, and transportation of dangerous goods. Environmental Management & Operational EHS Oversee site waste management, including solid, liquid, hazardous, and scheduled waste, in accordance with applicable regulations and company requirements. Ensure scrubber and wastewater/effluent systems are properly operated and discharges comply with applicable standards and regulatory limits. Monitor environmental performance and escalate non-conformities to management with appropriate corrective actions. Establish and maintain relevant EHS programs, including PPE, risk assessment, medical surveillance, confined space, LOTO, and other applicable programs. Support daily plant operations and process safety through toolbox talks, safety walks, safety moments, concern reporting, and other proactive safety activities. Coordinate emergency preparedness and response activities at the site. Support and supervise EHS requirements for off-site/customer-site equipment installation and other field activities. Crisis Management & Business Continuity Act as secretary/coordinator for the Crisis Management Team and support crisis preparedness and response activities. Coordinate crisis mitigation and recovery actions with relevant internal functions and stakeholders. Support business and operational continuity by coordinating relevant information, requirements, and communications with authorities and other stakeholders. Security Management Manage and coordinate site security activities and security controls, where applicable. Oversee day-to-day security-related matters and ensure appropriate site security practices are maintained. Support employee travel security and related requirements when necessary. Coordinate with relevant security stakeholders and management on security risks and incidents. Other Responsibilities Provide EHS and security support for VSD/PSD activities and other business operations in Thailand. Perform other EHS, security, compliance, and operational duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Technical disciplines, Chemistry, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in EHS, chemical operations, manufacturing, plant operations, or a related industrial environment. Experience in chemical/process safety, environmental management, occupational health and safety, and plant operations is preferred. EHS & Regulatory Knowledge Strong knowledge of Thailand's Occupational Safety and Health laws, Environmental laws, and other regulations applicable to industrial/plant operations. Knowledge and practical experience in EHS risk assessment, workplace safety, environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, and operational risk management. Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Regulations and requirements for the handling, storage, and transportation of dangerous goods. Knowledge of wastewater/effluent treatment, scrubber operations, and applicable environmental discharge standards. Knowledge of chemical/product safety regulations, including RoHS, REACH, and related requirements. Professional Certifications & Training Completion of required occupational safety training from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health or relevant recognized authority. Possession of the required Senior Safety Officer / Professional Safety Officer certification(s) under Thailand regulations. Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management or equivalent recognized certification. Additional relevant EHS, environmental, auditing, or process safety certifications are an advantage. Management Systems & Audit Good knowledge and practical experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems. Experience in internal/external audits, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), non-conformance management, and management review. Familiarity with integrated management systems and global/corporate EHS certification programs. Risk Management & Technical Competencies Strong ability to conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, evaluate risks, and develop practical mitigation measures. Knowledge of risk management methodologies such as MOC, PSSR, HAZOP, FMEA, JSA, and work permit systems. Ability to assess high-risk activities and provide technically sound recommendations to management. Strong organizational, administrative, analytical, auditing, and computer skills. Ability to manage complaints, non-conformities, corrective actions, and preventive actions effectively. Communication & Leadership Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to effectively liaise with government authorities, corporate/global teams, contractors, customers, and other external stakeholders. Strong ability to influence and communicate EHS requirements across all levels of the organization. Ability to provide practical, feasible, and business-oriented EHS solutions to management. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements independently. Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing. MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: . 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