Country HSE Manager

Company Description

Syngenta is one of the world’s leading agriculture innovation company (Part of 33.4 billion USD Syngenta Group) dedicated to improving global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 60,000 people in over 100 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet.

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Country HSE Manager leads the implementation and continuous improvement of Syngenta's Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system across all Thailand operations, including warehousing, logistics, field activities, and third-party service providers. The role ensures full compliance with Syngenta's global HSE standards and associated Codes of Practice, Thai legal and regulatory requirements, and AMEA regional guidelines. Operating in a predominantly non-manufacturing, commercial supply chain environment, the Country HSE Manager serves as the primary HSE authority at country level — building a zero-harm culture, managing operational risk, and supporting the business in embedding safe and sustainable ways of working across Syngenta Thailand's Crop Protection and Seeds business.

HSE Management System

• Deploy and maintain Syngenta's HSE Management System across all Thailand country operations
• Develop and update the country HSE plan, objectives, and performance targets aligned with AMEA and global strategy
• Maintain the country HSE legal register; identify, track, and ensure compliance with all applicable Thai HSE legislation
• Coordinate HSE management system audits (internal and external) and lead corrective and preventive action closure
• Maintain HSE documentation, procedures, and standards in line with global Codes of Practice
• Report HSE performance against KPIs to country leadership and the AMEA HSE Lead on a regular basis

Risk Assessment & Hazard Management

• Lead Workplace Risk Assessments (WRA) across all country offices, warehouses, and field operations
• Identify, evaluate, and implement risk controls for occupational health hazards: chemical exposure, noise, ergonomics, biological hazards, and physical health risks
• Maintain a country-level risk register and ensure controls are reviewed and updated periodically
• Oversee compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), and Management of Change (MOC) procedures
• Ensure safe systems of work are in place for high-risk activities: work at height, confined space entry, hot work, electrical safety, and lifting operations
• Support field teams and agronomists in conducting field activity risk assessments, including safe use of crop protection products

Incident Management & Learning

• Ensure all workplace incidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, and property damage events are reported, documented, and investigated promptly
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for significant incidents and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and tracked to closure
• Report incidents to relevant stakeholders within required timeframes
• Analyse incident trends; prepare and share key learnings with the wider Thailand team and the AMEA community
• Maintain the country incident reporting and recording system
• Ensure third-party warehouse and logistics incidents are reported to the local HSE function per Syngenta requirements

Emergency Management

• Develop, maintain, and regularly test the country Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
• Organize and conduct periodic emergency drills (fire evacuation, chemical spill response, first aid) across all sites
• Ensure fire alarm testing, evacuation procedures, and provisions for employees with disabilities are in place at all locations
• Maintain emergency response equipment (fire suppression, spill kits, first aid kits) and ensure regular inspection and replenishment
• Build and maintain relationships with local emergency services, fire departments, and relevant Thai authorities

Contractor & Third-Party HSE Management

• Ensure all contractors operating on Syngenta Thailand premises are pre-qualified and trained on HSE requirements
• Review and approve contractor HSE plans and method statements before work commences
• Conduct contractor HSE inductions and monitor contractor performance during operations
• Embed HSE requirements in all third-party contracts, including warehouse and logistics service agreements
• Perform regular audits and inspections of third-party warehouses and logistics service providers across Thailand

Occupational Health & Employee Wellbeing

• Implement occupational health programs aligned to Syngenta CoPs (biological hazards, physical health, stress, ergonomics, health surveillance, exposure monitoring)
• Manage medical surveillance programs, fit-for-work assessments, and occupational health records
• Promote employee wellbeing and mental health initiatives across the Thailand organization
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and use of agrochemicals and hazardous materials by all relevant personnel
• Coordinate with HR on occupational health compliance and employee wellness programs

Environment Management

• Lead country-level environmental compliance covering air emissions, wastewater management, waste disposal, and water resources
• Conduct environmental risk assessments as required by Thai law or where operations may impact the surrounding environment
• Ensure waste segregation, disposal, and recycling practices comply with regulatory and Syngenta requirements
• Monitor and report on country environmental KPIs; s