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About the role
Safety Officer – Nigeria
As a key member of the Services Safety team, you responsible for the implementation and maintenance of SHE Management System in the Plant and also interacting with various oil and gas clients
Key Responsibilities
- To establish, document and maintain an effective and legally compliant. Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems when appointed.
- To meet the Environmental Standards according to the defined regulatory standard.
- Ensure that all contractors complies to Sulzer’s health, safety and environmental standards.
- To implement a robust health and safety hazard identification strategy through audits, site management walks, site inspections etc.
- To work closely with the site supervision to promote a safe working area and safe working practices (hands on approach).
- Review and update the ISO 14001, ISO 45001 SHE Management System procedures.
- To regularly review the effectiveness of the system and make improvements as required.
- To collate and publish Health and Safety Statistics and as required present these to client and Sulzer management.
- To raise awareness of the environmental impact of activities and seek ways to operate more efficiently and with less use of resources.
- To lead SHE campaigns and meetings at area of responsibility.
- Update the risk assessments and facilitate new risk assessment review process.
- Review all legal appointments monthly.
- Review all contractor SHE files monthly and conduct routine sites inspections.
- Ensure that Lift Plans are in place and all HHA work is assessed and recorded
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from a recognized institution.
- NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
- ISPON Level 2 and Level 3 Certification.
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification.
- ISO 45001 Management System Certification.
- Incident Investigation Certificate.
- First Aid Certificate.
- Valid Driver's License.
- NEBOSH Diploma will be an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years' practical SHE experiences.
- Experience within the oil and gas industry.
- Experience working in electromechanical environments.
- Experience engaging with government regulatory authorities.
- Experience managing client SHE requirements and audits.
- Plant and offshore experience will be advantageous.
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to work for a global industry leader with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation.
- Exposure to diverse projects within the oil and gas and electromechanical sectors.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages initiative and growth.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to strengthening safety culture and regulatory compliance across our Nigerian operations.
- The chance to work with experienced professionals and global SHE networks.
- A role that offers autonomy, responsibility, and the ability to drive positive changes within the business.
What we offer you
Medical Aid
Provident Fund
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