About Company
A leading firm, Career.supersecrets is dedicated to fostering exceptional talent and ensuring peak operational safety across diverse industrial landscapes. For a Health & Safety Officer, this means an environment where your expertise directly contributes to a culture of zero harm and continuous improvement in industrial safety standards. We empower professionals to drive impactful change, offering a platform where well-being and compliance are paramount. Join us to make a tangible difference in creating safer workplaces and elevating industry benchmarks for health and safety.
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health & Safety Officer to join our dynamic team, focusing specifically on an industrial estate environment in Yangoji, Abuja. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional dedicated to upholding the highest standards of occupational health and safety, ensuring strict compliance with all relevant local and national regulations, and actively fostering a proactive and preventative safety culture. As a Health & Safety Officer, you will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and monitoring robust health and safety programs specifically designed to minimize risks, prevent incidents, and promote employee well-being across various industrial operations within the estate. You will work closely with site management, employees at all levels, and external stakeholders to systematically identify hazards, conduct thorough risk assessments, and implement effective, sustainable control measures. This position offers a unique opportunity to not only shape but also significantly elevate the safety landscape of a thriving industrial hub, contributing meaningfully to the well-being of hundreds of workers and ensuring the operational integrity and continued success of multiple businesses. Your day-to-day will involve hands-on engagement with critical safety protocols, conducting regular, meticulous inspections, providing expert advice and guidance on safety matters, and leading engaging and impactful safety training initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a robust and comprehensive understanding of diverse industrial safety practices, a keen eye for detail in hazard identification, excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to fostering a truly safe and healthy work environment. This role is perfect for a professional who thrives in a challenging yet immensely rewarding setting, eager to make a tangible and lasting impact on industrial safety performance and drive continuous improvement across the entire estate, ensuring a safer tomorrow for everyone.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with national and international standards within the industrial estate.
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards, non-compliance issues, and areas for improvement.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Deliver effective health and safety training programs to employees and contractors, ensuring awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant local and national occupational health and safety legislation and regulations (e.g., Factories Act, OSHA).
- Advise management on best practices for health and safety, including new regulations and technologies.
- Prepare and present detailed health and safety reports, statistics, and performance metrics to management.
- Manage and maintain safety documentation, including risk assessments, method statements, and permits to work.
- Collaborate with emergency services and internal teams to develop and test emergency response plans.
- Promote a positive safety culture through proactive engagement, communication, and reward systems.
Required Skills
- Proven experience as a Health & Safety Officer in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian occupational health and safety legislation and standards.
- Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigation.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and deliver effective safety training programs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Safety Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional membership with relevant safety bodies (e.g., IOSH, ISPON).
- Experience with ISO 45001 implementation and auditing.
- First Aid and Fire Safety certifications.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance package.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Pension scheme contributions.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
- Contribution to a critical function within a growing industrial sector.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure your application highlights your understanding of industrial health and safety practices and your ability to contribute to a proactive safety culture. Click on the link below to apply for the job.
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