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HSE Officer

eRecruiter  •  Federal Republic of Nigeria / Republic of Niger (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description


Our client, a professional and reputable Industrial Cleaning and Waste Management Company, is seeking to hire a
highly a HSE Officer in their Port Harcourt base to ensure that day-to-day activities are performed in a safe manner.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety protocols to ensure a zero-accident environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can identify hazards before they manifest and ensure our operations remain in 100% compliance with local and international safety standards.

Knowledge Requirement:
First Aid
QHSE Management System: Knowledge of ISO 9001. ISO 14001 and 45001 OHSAS
Basic Fire fighting
JHA/Risk Assessment

Competencies:
Risk Management
Independent and self-motivated
Proficient in Microsoft Package
Problem Solving

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)

  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential physical, chemical, and biological hazards.

  • Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Risk Registers for all technical

  • projects, including heavy equipment fabrication and chemical handling.

  • Implement corrective and preventive actions based on incident reports and near-miss observations.

2. Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure the organization meets all statutory requirements (e.g., NESREA, NUPRC, or OSHA standards).

  • Manage the procurement, distribution, and enforcement of Personal Protective

  • Equipment (PPE) across all operational sites.

3. Training & Safety Culture

  • Facilitate daily "Toolbox Talks" and lead monthly safety induction programs for new employees and third-party contractors.

  • Organize specialized training sessions on fire safety, first aid, and emergency response procedures.

  • Promote a "Behavior-Based Safety" (BBS) culture where every employee takes ownership of workplace hazards.

4. Emergency Response & Reporting

  • Serve as the lead coordinator during emergency drills, evacuations, or workplace incidents.

  • Lead incident investigations to determine root causes and prepare detailed reports for

  • Management and the Board of Directors.

  • Maintain comprehensive HSE documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and accident statistics.

Qualification Requirement

  • Academic Qualification: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science,

  • Engineering or any Science related discipline. Master’s degree in related discipline is an added advantage

  • 5 years of hands-on experience in the waste management or oil and gas environment.

  • Membership in ISPON (Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria) is highly preferred.

  • Professional Qualification: Basic Fire Aid training, ISO 9001:2015; ISO 14001:2015; ISO

  • 45001 Internal Auditor certification. (NEBOSH certificate is an added advantage)
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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Ikeja, NG
Year Founded
2012
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