• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Health and Safety Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 6 years


• Location Kogi


• Job Field Safety and Environment / HSE 
  

Job Summary

Take responsibility for the implementation of the DCP approved occupational safety program; analysing and administering various components of the safety programs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement approved safety plans and programs in the Plant and monitor employees’ compliance with safety policies.


• Support in planning and promoting safety programs and conduct periodic assessments to identify program deficiencies.


• Assist in conducting safety drills at the Plant, in line with approved schedule.


• Evaluate hazardous conditions and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and/or use of personal protective equipment.


• Perform or assist with accident investigations as required and ensure prompt communication of recommendations to all concerned parties.


• Support in the execution of approved corrective action to prevent future incidents.


• Provide information to Compensation Administrators for timely processing of compensation benefits for injured individuals.


• Maintain complete and accurate records of safety activities and accident occurrences, and develop periodic reports to determine safety trends and needs.


• Conduct periodic inspections of DCP Plants to assist managers and supervisors in environmental, health, and safety compliance.


• Collect, analyse and maintain data essential for effective safety programs.


• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees, officials, external organisations, and representatives of Local, State, and Federal agencies.

• Participate in the conduct of basic HSE induction exercises for Plant employees, contractors and visitors.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or its equivalent in any science discipline.


• Membership in relevant safety institutes e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, and ISPON.


• Relevant safety training from recognized safety Professional bodies such as BSC and ISPON.


• Minimum of six (6) years of relevant work experience.

Requirements

Skills and Behaviours

• Adequate knowledge of the cement and/or manufacturing industry.


• Adequate knowledge of safety regulations.


• Ability to adequately analyse an incident and proffer valuable solutions.


• Ability to communicate incidences and emergencies clearly.


• Excellent organisational skills.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a team.


• High sense of responsibility and accountability.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Training & Development