Website The Hayleys Group (Hayleys PLC)
Vacancy at Hayleys Group
Hayleys Group is amongst Sri Lanka’s largest, and most respected diversified conglomerates with a turnover in excess of USD 1 Billion. To explore the World of Hayleys, visit us at: www.hayleys.com.
Hayleys Fabric PLC
Hayleys Fabric PLC, a Subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, situated at Neboda, Horana, is engaged in the manufacture of fabric. This fabric is used by the leading garment makers in Sri Lanka for the manufacture of garments for world renowned retail brands. We are a company listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange and also is the pioneer in weft knit fabric manufacture in Sri Lanka.
Manager – Health & Safety
We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented, and experienced Manager – Health & Safety to lead and oversee Health, Safety, and Fire Prevention operations across Hayleys Fabric PLC (Neboda) and South Asia Textiles (Pugoda).
This is a critical leadership role focused on maintaining and enhancing the organization’s commitment to health, safety, and fire prevention in a textile/manufacturing environment.
Job Responsibilities –
- Lead and manage Fire Safety systems, emergency preparedness, and emergency response programs.
- Ensure compliance with applicable local regulations and international standards, including NIKE, SLCP, and SMETA requirements.
- Oversee critical safety management systems such as Work Permits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Contractor Safety.
- Conduct and lead risk assessments, safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the organization’s safety culture.
Candidate Profile –
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline (preferred).
- Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) or an equivalent Health & Safety qualification (preferred).
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience in a similar Health & Safety leadership role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Professional certifications such as NEBOSH and/or IOSH will be considered a distinct advantage.
- Exposure to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ZDHC, multi-site operations, and global compliance standards such as NIKE CLS and Disney ILS.
- Strong technical expertise in Fire Safety systems, including sprinklers, hydrants, fire detection, and emergency response mechanisms.
If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this challenging role, please submit your application accordingly. The closing date for applications is 21st June 2026.
Pay and benefits of this above position will be competitive and the rewards are performance driven. Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.