Role Purpose

• Assist the Head – Quality, Health, Safety and Environment in safety policy formulation, coordination with safety officers and ensuring compliance across the organization.
• Carry out the day-to-day operations of QHSE department and contribute to the application of effective Health, Safety and Environmental management by providing technical support

Role Accountabilities

• Implement, and maintain the Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental Management Systems in line with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015.
• Assist in the development, maintenance and implementation of QHSE initiatives and programs consistent with regulatory requirements and best practice
• Coordinate hazard identification and reporting across the network, and facilitate resolution with relevant stakeholders.
• Enforce adherence to the company’s QHSE Policies, processes and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure the implementation of appropriate control measures.
• Report incident investigations in line with best practices and report according to the requirements of Section 5.3 of the Nigerian Electricity Health and Safety Code 2014 and relevant environmental regulations.
• Preparation incident reports and oversee corrective and preventive actions.
• Implement sustainable practices to minimize waste, emissions, and energy consumption.
• Liaise with government agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders on QHSE matters for continual improvement
• Design and deliver QHSE training and awareness programs for all staff and contractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture and employee engagement in QHSE initiatives.
• Establish KPIs and reporting systems to track QHSE performance.
• Develop the departmental budget using data driven metrics
• Facilitate QHSE audits and inspections.
• Collaborate with other processes to integrate QHSE into all business activities
• Perform any other duties as requested by Head of department

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in safety, engineering or a related technical field
• At least 10 years of Experience in environmental health and safety management.
• Professional Qualification/ Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment required.
• Good understanding of technical and engineering aspects of the Distribution of power and electricity

Skills & Comptencies:

• HSE Professional- Knowledge
• HSE Monitoring and Administration
• Safety and Health Compliance
• Safety Policy compliance enforcement
• Workforce Engagement – Safety awareness and Culture Building
• Safety and Environmental Management
• Incident Reporting and Investigation