HSE Officer

About the role

The HSE Officer ensures that workplace activities are carried out safely and in an environmentally responsible way, in line with applicable Nigerian legislation, regulatory requirements, company policies, approved procedures and industry standards. The role reports to the Quality Manager and supports the manufacturing facility as it moves from operational setup to full-scale production.

Key responsibilities

• Work with Production, Engineering & Maintenance, Warehouse, Procurement & Logistics, HR and other functions to identify and control workplace hazards and promote safe working practices
• Investigate incidents and support emergency preparedness
• Maintain HSE documentation and records
• Support the development of a strong safety culture

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, HND or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, Industrial Safety or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, construction, engineering, FMCG, pharmaceutical or another operational environment
• Demonstrated experience in workplace inspections, risk assessments, incident investigation, safety training, emergency preparedness and HSE documentation
• Working knowledge of Nigerian HSE, environmental, fire safety and occupational safety requirements
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections, HSE audits and compliance activities is an advantage