About Company
Are you a seasoned Health & Safety Officer ready to drive impactful change? Career.supersecrets empowers professionals to thrive, offering a dynamic environment where your expertise directly contributes to operational excellence and employee well-being. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of rigorous safety standards, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring our team members lead with confidence. Join us and shape the future of safety in a challenging yet rewarding industrial setting, making a tangible difference every day.
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Job Description
Career.supersecrets is actively seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Health & Safety Officer to join our team, specifically overseeing operations within a dynamic industrial estate in Guarimpa Estate, Abuja. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, industrial hazards common to manufacturing and logistics, and international best practices. As our Health & Safety Officer, you will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and continuously monitoring comprehensive safety programs to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors within the estate. Your responsibilities will span across various aspects, from conducting thorough risk assessments, regular safety audits, and detailed inspections to developing and delivering engaging, impactful safety training programs tailored to different operational needs. You will serve as the primary point of contact for all health and safety-related matters, working collaboratively with departmental managers, team leads, and front-line staff to cultivate a robust, proactive safety culture that prioritizes well-being and operational continuity.
This position demands a proactive and visionary individual who can not only identify potential risks and non-compliance issues but also propose innovative and effective mitigation strategies, ensuring strict adherence to both local Nigerian regulations and relevant international safety standards. You will be expected to meticulously investigate all incidents, accidents, and near-misses, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to determine root causes and subsequently recommending and overseeing the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence. Furthermore, you will be responsible for meticulously maintaining accurate safety records, preparing comprehensive compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders, and diligently staying abreast of evolving safety legislation, industry trends, and technological advancements in H&S. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and the proven ability to influence positive safety behaviors and decision-making across diverse teams within a complex industrial setting. If you are passionate about safeguarding lives and property, and thrive in an environment where your expertise is not only valued but directly contributes to operational excellence and sustained success, we strongly encourage you to apply. This is a unique opportunity to shape the safety landscape of an industrial ecosystem, ensuring a secure and productive environment for everyone.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Health & Safety policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with local regulations and international best practices.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across the industrial estate to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near-misses thoroughly, determine root causes, and recommend effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to management and employees on all H&S matters, promoting a strong safety culture.
- Organize and deliver engaging safety training sessions and workshops for staff at all levels.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Prepare and submit statutory H&S reports, maintaining accurate records of safety performance, incidents, and training.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, emergency services, and other external stakeholders on health and safety issues.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety initiatives, driving continuous improvement in H&S performance.
- Manage waste management protocols and environmental compliance within the estate, as applicable.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 4 years of proven experience as a Health & Safety Officer, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian occupational health and safety regulations (e.g., Factories Act, OSHA requirements).
- Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and hazard identification.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to conduct effective safety training programs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid professional certification (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or HND in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Membership in a recognized professional safety organization (e.g., ISPON).
- Experience with environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Experience in an industrial estate management context.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunity to lead and implement impactful safety initiatives.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Pension contributions.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking on the application link below. Please ensure your CV and cover letter highlight your relevant experience and qualifications for this role.
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