- Location: Singapore
- New plant setup – Pioneer role
- Permanent role
- HSE & Quality Leadership
About Our Client
Stemgenic is proud to be partnering exclusively with a growing international specialty chemicals manufacturer establishing a new manufacturing facility in Singapore as part of its Asia-Pacific expansion strategy.
The company is recognised globally for its expertise in high-performance polyurethane, epoxy, silicones, adhesives, sealants, and advanced material technologies — supporting industries such as e-mobility, energy storage, automotive electronics, industrial systems, and electrical engineering applications.
Job Details
Lead the Health, Safety, Environment and Quality function for a new specialty chemicals manufacturing facility during the commissioning and startup phase. This role combines operational safety leadership, ISO 9001 Quality Management System ownership, process-safety awareness, regulatory compliance, and plant readiness activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement HSE(Q) systems, procedures, and compliance frameworks
- Establish and maintain the site’s ISO 9001 QMS — document control, CAPA, internal audits, and quality records
- Support commissioning, startup, and operational safety and quality readiness activities
- Lead workplace inspections, incident investigations, audits, and corrective-action activities
- Manage contractor safety, permit-to-work systems, emergency preparedness, and spill-response planning
- Support process-safety initiatives relating to hazardous chemicals and mixing operations
- Conduct HSE training, toolbox talks, and safety awareness programmes
Job Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of HSE experience within industrial or process manufacturing
- Demonstrated experience implementing ISO 9001 QMS in a manufacturing setting (mandatory)
- Experience within chemical, specialty chemicals, or process environments preferred
- Strong knowledge of Singapore HSE regulations and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001
- Hands-on operational safety mindset — floor presence, not just audit and documentation
Experience supporting plant startup or commissioning is advantageous
Why Consider This Opportunity
- Pioneer hire within a new Singapore manufacturing operation
- Exposure to German manufacturing standards and international technical teams
- Long-term career growth within an expanding APAC operation
- Opportunity to participate in commissioning and startup activities
- Exposure to advanced materials supporting high-growth industries — e-mobility, energy storage, electronics
Please be advised that due to the considerable number of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who meet our client’s requirements.
We appreciate your understanding and wish you the best in your career endeavors.
Sathiyarajan Vinayagamani – SaVi
EA Personnel KAH Reg No: R1216080
EA License No: 23C1889
