SGS Vietnam got both ISO 45001 Certificate and ISO 14001 at the the end of 2023.
SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognise as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Role's Objective
Implement, maintain and improve the Health, Safety and Environment system for SGS Vietnam Natural Resources Operations, covering Minerals and OGC laboratory, field and station activities. The position supports operational continuity and HSE performance by ensuring legal and SGS HSMS compliance, timely incident management, practical risk control, training, communication and effective follow-up of HSE objectives.
Specific Responsibilities
Coordinate monthly HSE meetings with Natural Resources managers and supervisors for both Minerals and OGC, including review of incidents, hazards, actions, training and operational HSE priorities.
Monitor HSE compliance in laboratories, field stations, client sites and sample handling/storage areas; address unsafe conditions with the responsible risk owners and track closure on time.
Plan and deliver HSE training, Safe Talk/toolbox talk, onboarding and refresher sessions for employees, supervisors and relevant contractors based on the training matrix and actual operational risks.
Manage HSE performance: (Lost time Injury Rate) reporting for Natural Resources, including incident status, training hours, leadership visits where applicable, hazards/near misses, corrective actions.
Drive SGS H&S campaigns and practical improvement programs aligned with current SGS direction: workplace presence, digitalization, contractor management, environmental/ESG initiatives and focused Impact Now activities.
Prepare Safe Talk topics and communication materials relevant to Minerals and OGC activities, including field travel, chemical/sample handling, PPE, fire prevention, environmental control and emergency response.
Work with operation managers and supervisors to maintain role-based HSE training requirements, legal training records, PPE requirements and competency evidence for lab and field employees.
Lead and facilitate risk assessments for high-risk activities, new/changed processes, contractor work and OGC/Minerals field operations; ensure safety controls are embedded into SOPs and work instructions.
Support technical teams in preparing and updating safetychecklists, site visit reports, emergency arrangements and legal compliance evidence for Natural Resources operations.
Lead or support incidents investigation in line with Vietnam regulations and SGS requirements; ensure lessons learned and corrective actions are communicated and closed.
Implement the HSE cycle using daily, weekly and monthly follow-up routines to identify risks, verify actions and improve HSE performance through the PDCA approach.
Implement safety improvement initiatives and internal communication programs in line with automation and digitalization strategies, environment as sustainability in collaboration with the H&S National Team and the Natural Resources business line.
• University degree for Safety, Health, Environmental Engineering, or Degree from Engineering Majors
• Knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental at least 3 years’ experience HSE Laboratory/Inspection.
• Qualification on and HSE Legal. • Strong computer skills, negotiation • Well-developed presentation and training skills.
• Proven ability to promote safety awareness and foster a safety culture• Good writing, reading, speaking and listening skills in English.