Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer

• Minimum requirement: B.Sc./HND in Engineering or environmental sciences, and occupational Health and Safety qualification (HSE Level 3).
  
• Minimum: 2 years in similar industry/capacity
  
• Added advantage: NEBOSH certificate or other HSE professional course
  

• In depth knowledge of key Health & Safety practices and associated legislative requirements at national level essential.
  
• Proficient in management of occupational health and safety risks (risk management strategies)
  
• Good knowledge of process safety management
  
• Ability to investigate and identify root causes behind H&S issues/incidents and develop pragmatic options for resolution.
  
• Ability to organize and manage mixed ability teams in order to solve specific HSE related problems.
  
• Good awareness of organizational structures for effective ownership and management of Health & Safety; Job design; performance management.
  
• Audio/visual skills in presentation of information and training material are essential.
  
• Enthusiastic with the ability to drive and enforce standards and influence people.
  

Implement and communicate HSE management systems in line with ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015 standards.

Conduct routine inspections of the facility to identify and escalate potential hazards, fire risks, and unsafe conditions.

• Ensure all safety and environmental equipment are functional, properly maintained, and adequately stocked
  
• Supervise solid and general waste disposal activities to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
  
• Monitor factory operations to ensure proper use of PPE and correct deviations.
  
• Coordinate pest control activities within the facility.
  

Promote HSE awareness through toolbox talks, pep talks, and employee counseling.

• Investigate incidents and accidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
  
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, and safety documentation.
  
• Support compliance with QMS/FSMS requirements and participate in food safety team activities.
  
• Facilitate emergency drills and ensure preparedness for fire and other emergencies.