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Global Foundries Senior Engineer Operational Safety and Workplace Safety in Woodlands, Singapore
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Introduction
The Senior Engineer, Operational and Workplace Safety ensures full compliance with GlobalFoundries’ EHSS policies and local safety regulations. The role partners closely with site and global EHSS teams, fab operations, and stakeholders to translate regulatory requirements into practical, operational safety solutions. Key responsibilities include risk control evaluations, contractor safety management, committee leadership support, and championing safety programs to protect people, sustain fab operations, and uphold the site’s license to operate in a fast‑paced semiconductor environment.
Plant Shut Down (PSD) Management
Support PSD owner in safety planning and execution, including hazard identification, contractor coordination, and control of high‑risk activities (energy isolation, confined space, hot work, chemical de-inventorying etc).
Ensure PSD readiness and compliance, by validating permit systems, isolation plans, emergency response arrangements, and post‑PSD recommissioning safety checks before return‑to‑service.
Safe Work Practices and High Risk Work Activities
Establish, implement and verify safe work practices for high risk work activities such as work at heights, confined space entry, LOTO, hot work etc .
Support stakeholders to ensure their task risk assessments, method statements, competency and control measures are in place before work commencement
Manage and own electronic Permit To Work system ( ePTW )
Analyze data to identify recurring risk trends, weak controls, gaps, and drive corrective & preventive actions, translating learning into safety promotion and champaigns
Permits and Licensing
Ensure our right to operate through continuous ownership and collaboration with s takeholders and regulator s (NEA, SPF, SCDF, MOM)
Maintain and own GFS License Management System (LMS) including critical licenses and permits
Contractor Safety Management
Develop, implement and maintain Contractor Safety Management Program to ensure compliance with GFS EHS S Requirements
Prepare, plan and conduct mandatory EHSS briefing, training for contractors onboarding
Safety Promotion
Plan and execute targeted safety promotion programs and campaigns aligned with best practices, incident learnings, high‑risk activities, safety suggestion and feedback
Promote near miss and hazard reporting and continuous safety improvement
Safety Committee Meeting (SCM)
Serve as the S ecretary to the SCM , ensuring meetings are conducted in accordance with WSH requirements, with proper agenda, minutes, attendance, and records maintained
Present analysis of i ncidents, near misses, audit findings, unsafe acts, and high‑risk work trends, and escalate systemic risks and non‑compliances to the committee for decision and action
Track SCM action items, corrective and preventive actions and ensure timely closure and effectiveness verification, reporting progress and gaps at subsequent meetings
Safety Inspections
Plan, conduct, and document regular workplace inspections to identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and compliance gaps, ensuring timely risk control and corrective action are implemented
Coordinate, lead a nd particip ate in Safety Committee inspection s , provid ing technical guidance, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting the committee in identify ing systemic safety issues
Consolidate inspection findings, track corrective and preventive actions, and verify effectiveness, reporting status and trends to the Safety Committee
Chemical Information System (CIS) and Management
Manage and support chemicals across the full lifecycle from procurement approval, storage, use, transfer, and disposal ) to ensure alignment with GFS and regulatory requirements
Act as the designated GFS C IS holder responsible for reviewing and approving Chemical Request Forms (CRFs) assigned under the CIS workflow including response to GFS customer inquires on REACH SVHC statement
Support site chemical governance by ensuring CIS data integrity through timely review and action , m aintain an accurate and current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system
Material Handling
Support stakeholders in their management and execution of safe material handling operations involving powered trucks, cranes, hoists, conveyors, lifts, and tool/wafer movement during loading, unloading, storage, and transport across fab , cleanroom, sub‑ fab , and warehouse areas with appropriate level or control measures
Support stakeholder ownership of inspection, testing, and maintenance of all material handling equipment in accordance with manufacturer requirements, statutory regulations, and site semiconductor standards
Safety Trainings
Develop, implement, and govern GFS safety training framework, ensuring mandatory, task‑specific, and refresher training programs meet GFS, regulatory and corporate standards ( e.g. WSH, ISO 45001, SEMI, internal requirements , New Employee Orientation training and contractor onboarding safety training)
Identify training needs through risk assessments, incident trends, audits, and regulatory changes, translating operational risks into targeted training for employees and contractors, including high‑risk work activities
Maintain governance and documentation of training records, matrices, and authorization lists, supporting audits, incident investigations, and regulatory inspections
Risk Management and Risk Assessment
As the subject matter expert and appointed Risk Management (RM) Champion to develop, l ead and own site wide sustainable Risk Management System
Advise RM Team and R isk Assessment Team to e nsure compliance with MOM R M Reg ulations
Monitor RM performance and effectiveness through audits, inspections, incident reviews, and feedback from the frontline
Drive timely review and updating risk assessments following incidents, near‑misses, unsafe acts, regulatory changes, or process modifications
P ersonal P rotective E quipment
Own and lead GFS PPE Program Ownership & Governance including hazard‑based PPE selection, standards setting, lifecycle management, and alignment with risk assessments, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Drive effective PPE implementation through training, audits, field verification, and contractor controls; monitor PPE effectiveness, address gaps, and lead continuous improvement based on incident trends and workplace changes
Incident Management
Lead and own GFS Incident Management Program , oversee and follow up incident investigations, reporting & classifications of unsafe conditions, near misses , corrective/preventive actions, and ensuring timely closure and communication of lessons learned ac ross the organization .
Drive organizational learning and prevention , ensuring investigation outcomes and trends are translated into effective learning , awareness as a continuous improvement actions to prevent recurrence
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of monthly safety statistic to site and global EHS team
Attributes for Success
Operates independently with minimal supervision; exercises sound judgment to identify , prioritize and resolve complex safety and operational risks
Proactively lead the right cross function al stakeholders to drive timely and effective resolution of safety and operational issues
D emonstrates strong resilience and professional conviction to influence, stabilize , and improve safety performance
Required Qualifications
Min 4 years operational and workplace safety experience
Recognized bachelor's degree in safety or chemical, master’s degree in safety or chemical highly desired
Experience in developing, implementing and owning o perational safety programs
Analyze incident trends, performance to identify systemic issues, emerging risks and continuous improvement
Good verbal and written co mmunication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently within a global matrix team and environment
Approved Workplace Safety and Health Officer, certified to Bizsafe level 2
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of chemistry and EH&S issues associated with semiconductor industry is a significant plus
Senior Fire Safety Manager qualification is an added advantage
GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.
As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.
All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia