HSE Officer

Job Title: HSE Officer (Health, Safety, and Environment Officer)
Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Job Summary:
The HSE Officer will be responsible for ensuring that the company maintains a safe and healthy working environment for its employees, contractors, and visitors. The role will involve implementing, monitoring, and enforcing health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents. The HSE Officer will also ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s HSE policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Ensure that all operations are conducted safely and in accordance with established safety standards and environmental regulations.
Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to HSE policies
Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential health, safety, and environmental risks in the workplace.
Implement effective control measures to mitigate identified risks and hazards.
Recommend improvements in safety procedures and working conditions to minimize workplace incidents.
Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts to determine root causes.
Prepare and submit incident reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Maintain detailed records of incidents and accidents to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Develop and deliver HSE training programs to employees at all levels.
Ensure all employees understand and follow safe work practices and are aware of emergency response procedures.
Conduct regular safety drills, including fire drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
Perform regular safety inspections of equipment, machinery, and work environments to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Lead or participate in internal HSE audits and external inspections by regulatory bodies.
Monitor the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure that employees comply with safety standards.
Monitor and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including waste disposal, pollution control, and resource management.
Promote environmentally sustainable practices across operations, aiming to reduce the company’s environmental footprint.
Assist in the preparation of environmental impact assessments and reports.
Ensure that the workplace is prepared for emergency situations, including having appropriate emergency plans in place.
Provide guidance and support during emergency situations, coordinating evacuation, first aid, and reporting.
Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguishers, first aid kits).
Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training programs, incidents, and corrective actions.
Prepare and submit HSE reports to management, highlighting performance, compliance, and improvement areas.
Keep up-to-date with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices related to health, safety, and environmental management.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance HSE practices and performance.
Work with management to implement initiatives that improve overall workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Relevant certifications in Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA) are highly desirable.
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a Health, Safety, and Environment role, preferably in an industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment.
Experience in risk assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations, and HSE compliance.
Familiarity with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.