Deputy CSAO (Chief Safety Officer) - #1117097

Job title: Deputy CSAO (Chief Safety Officer)
Reference ID: 36919

Our client, a leading advanced manufacturing firm in Japan, is looking for a Deputy Person in Charge of Safety (Deputy CSAO) to support the Business Unit in developing and executing safety strategies, ensuring compliance, and promoting a safe work environment. You will also act on behalf of the CSAO during their absence.


【 Responsibilities 】
1. Needs Assessment:
- Assess the impact of market and industry changes on safety strategy within the BU.
- Identify key safety-related issues and risks.

2. Improvement & Innovation
- Build a globally competitive, innovative organization and culture.
- Drive timely adjustments in safety strategy aligned with business changes.

3. Advisory Role
- Provide expert safety advice and recommendations to BU executives.
- Support decision-making for projects, change initiatives, and policy communication.

4. Strategy Formulation & Implementation
- Lead formulation and execution of safety strategies for the BU.
- Align BU safety strategies with global corporate safety strategy and ESG priorities.
- Anticipate and respond to complex domestic and international issues.

5. Stakeholder Engagement
- Identify and engage internal and external stakeholders (executives, employees, customers, local communities, etc.).
- Understand needs and concerns, and strengthen engagement through transparent communication.

6. Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, laws, and safety regulations.
- Develop principles, voluntary codes of conduct, and a culture of compliance.
- Minimize business risks and protect organizational credibility.

7. Leadership & Information Sharing
- Promote the corporate vision and improve employee engagement.
- Share management information to foster alignment and collaboration.
- Manage resources (people, goods, funds) effectively to achieve organizational goals.
- Develop human resources and organizational capabilities.
- Common Management Responsibility
- Set organizational goals and achieve them through resource allocation, business management, and talent development.


【 What you will receive 】
- AWS
- Variable Bonus
- Annual Leave: 12 days (Increasing yearly up to a maximum of 21 days)
- Medical Insurance Coverage
- Transport Allowance
- Yearly Flexible Benefits
- Yearly Health Screening (after 3 years of employment)


【 Requirement & Preferences 】

(Must)
- Diploma or higher in Workplace Safety & Health or a related discipline.
- 8–10+ years of experience in elevator/escalator safety, building services, MEP, or construction HSE.
- Strong knowledge of elevator safety codes/standards and contractor management.
- Proven experience in multi-site or regional safety governance and incident investigation (RCA).
- Experience leading a safety function in a global organization.

(Advantageous)
- Experience overseeing construction site safety in diverse Asian markets, including India.
- Exposure across multiple fields, including digital domains, within or outside the organization.
- Experience managing large organizations with 100+ employees.
- Background in business restructuring, turnaround, and corporate transactions (e.g., JVs, alliances, M&A, outsourcing).
- Experience as a business head or functional head, including division-level leadership.

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No.: R24122864 (Cathy Chau )
Recruitment Licence: 12C5051