Head of SHEQ

Job Title: Head of SHEQ / Country SHEQ Manager

Location: Indonesia

Engagement Type: Permanent

Overview
This senior leadership role is responsible for driving Safety, Health, Environment, Quality, and Security (SHEQ) strategy across country operations. Acting as a key advisor to the Country Head and leadership team, the role ensures compliance with legislation, group standards, and integrated management systems while embedding a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset across all sites.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Provide functional leadership to the country SHEQ team in alignment with regional and global strategy
• Act as a strategic advisor to the Country Head on SHEQ matters and regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement SHEQ strategy aligned with business objectives and corporate standards
• Drive continuous improvement through Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and ensure compliance across all sites
• Lead safety implementation plans and SHEQ maturity roadmap across the country

Operational Excellence & Performance

• Ensure consistent application of safety strategy and SHEQ standards across operations
• Monitor and evaluate SHEQ performance using standard tools and KPIs
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans to support business continuity
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans
• Support operational teams to eliminate SHEQ-related barriers to performance

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with local legislation, regulatory requirements, and group policies
• Oversee hazard identification, risk assessments, and implementation of control measures
• Ensure SHEQ considerations are embedded in projects, acquisitions, and operational changes
• Maintain and continuously improve Integrated Management Systems and processes
• Authority to stop unsafe operations where immediate risk is identified

Capability Development & Culture

• Develop SHEQ team capabilities through training, coaching, and mentoring
• Implement behavioural safety programmes and ensure long-term sustainability
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Deliver SHEQ-related training (e.g. PTW, MOC, PSSR, risk assessments) across the organisation

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Collaborate with internal leadership, operations, and regional/global SHEQ teams
• Build relationships with external bodies including regulators and certification authorities
• Ensure effective communication of SHEQ goals, performance, and lessons learned
• Support introduction of new products and services with appropriate safety processes

Audit & Assurance

• Develop and execute SHEQ audit plans across country operations
• Lead internal and external audits, ensuring findings are addressed and closed out
• Ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Vigilance & Compliance (Medical Gases/Devices)

• Act as Local Vigilance Officer (LVO) for pharmacovigilance processes where applicable
• Ensure compliance with global and local vigilance regulations and reporting requirements
• Manage adverse event reporting, safety data, and regulatory communication
• Oversee training, audits, and compliance for vigilance-related activities

Candidate Profile

Experience

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in safety, engineering, or operational roles
• Proven leadership experience in SHEQ within industrial, manufacturing, or engineering environments
• Strong track record in implementing safety programmes and driving performance improvement
• Experience working within matrix and multinational environments

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of SHEQ systems, risk management, and audit processes
• Experience with Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Expertise in incident investigation, hazard analysis, and safety programme development
• Solid understanding of regulatory compliance and industry standards

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
• Relevant SHEQ / EHS qualifications
• Demonstrated experience in plant operations or engineering environments preferred