In Hong Kong, Sime Darby Motors is proud to have a sustainability advocate like Jason Su Jia Dong as the Environmental Manager at Sime Darby Motors Hong Kong.
Q: Tell us about your role and your journey with Sime Darby.A: When I first join Sime Darby Berhad in 2020 as a Group Environmental Manager, my journey has been both challenging and rewarding. Driven by my passion for environmental sustainability and the desire to make an impact in the industry, my role involves developing environmental procedures, conducting environmental assessments and promoting initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint. Together with dedicated teams, we've successfully launched various programmes that enhance sustainability across all our operations.
Q: Can you share how you portray Sime Darby's core value - Care for All in your role?A: Embodying Sime Darby's core value of 'Care for All' is central in everything I do. It involves ensuring our operations are environmentally responsible and contribute positively to societal wellbeing. I've played a key role in supporting our business units in their journey towards reducing carbon emissions, introducing programmes to reduce waste and encourage efficient water usage across all our operations. These efforts showcase our commitment to not only minimising our environmental impact but also enhancing the wellbeing of the communities we serve. By integrating these initiatives into our daily practices, we're actively striving for a safer, healthier and more sustainable future for all.
Q: In your opinion, what are the ways to raise awareness when it comes to health, safety or environment the workplace?A: Raising awareness on health, safety and environmental among the workforce requires a comprehensive approach. Education plays a crucial role such as regular training sessions, workshops and seminars to equip employees with the knowledge needed to make safer and more environmentally friendly decisions. It is important to have active engagement through safety drills, environmental challenges and participation in events like World Day for Safety and Health at Work to help reinforce these concepts practically. With our digital platforms such as SD Square to share information, success stories and best practices, we have been able to significantly enhance awareness and participation. We can develop a more informed, dedicated and proactive workforce through our collective focus on these key areas.