Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, and safe work practices across operational facilities and project sites.
- Conduct routine safety inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Monitor operational activities, permit-to-work systems, and contractor compliance to ensure safe execution of tasks.
- Coordinate toolbox talks, safety inductions, and QHSE awareness training for employees and contractors.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare reports and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure proper availability and use of PPE, fire protection equipment, and other safety devices within the facility.
- Maintain QHSE records, inspection reports, incident logs, and compliance documentation.
- Support emergency response activities, drills, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational safety performance.
- Ensure all subcontractors and third-party personnel comply with company and client QHSE requirements.
Requirements & Qualifications
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in: Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety or any related discipline.
Experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years proven working experience as an QHSE Officer in the Oil & Gas, Engineering, Construction, or Energy sector.
- Demonstrated experience working on fabrication yards, pipelines, offshore/onshore projects, or industrial facilities will be an added advantage.
Professional Certifications
- Candidates must possess at least two of the following in addition to HSE Levels 1, 2 & 3:
- NEBOSH International General Certificate
- QMS Certification
- OSHA Certification
- ISPON Certification
- Any other relevant professional HSE certification.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian QHSE regulations and international safety standards.
- Excellent understanding of risk management and incident investigation procedures.
- Good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong report writing and documentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.