• Application Deadline: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Safety Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 - 4 years


• Location Cross River


• Job Field Safety and Environment / HSE 
  

The safety officer is responsible for promoting and driving safe behaviour and practices by all members of the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Hold pre-trip discussions with drivers before they embark on any journey


• Conduct periodic risk assessments and proffer recommendations


•  Conduct pre-employment assessment of drivers and submit report on performance to the Operations Manager


• Ensure drivers undergo comprehensive medical investigations including drug tests before resuming active duties.


• Monitor drivers activities to ensure drivers comply with safety and health rules of the company, and the client


• Perform hazard evaluations and risk assessment on the terminal


• Monitoring operations in the terminal and ensure adherence to trucks’ standard for loading.


• Maintain up to date records of incidences and conduct thorough accident and incident investigations including prescribing preventive measures.


• Carries out analysis of accident / incident statistics, identifying trends and suggesting improvement plans


• Ensure that drivers are on their prescribed PPE’s within the terminal, depot and while on the road


• Conduct periodic spot checks to ensure drivers are compliant with the company’s policies while on the road

Educational Qualifications

• B.Sc/BA in Safety Management, Engineering or relevant field is preferred


• Must possess certification in road/occupational health and safety preferably NEBOSH

Experience

• (3-5) years proven experience as safety officer


• Experience in a transport/logistics/supply chain organization is compulsory

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate genuine concern for people and build strong communication


• Maintain a proactive approach to health and safety concerns


• Can react effectively in an emergency situation.


• In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures


• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices


• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety


• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics


• Proficient in MS Office applications


• Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus


• Outstanding organizational skills


• Diligent with great attention to detail


• Excellent negotiation skills with an ability to relate with law enforcement agents


• Membership of a Health and Safety institute is mandatory


• Good knowledge of work place safety measures.