National HSE Head

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by an international Group to recruit a National HSE Head to cover their operations in Nigeria. The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for establishing Health and Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) best practice policies, standards and programs across the Group, Subsidiaries and Projects.
• Ensure safety, health and environmental working conditions are followed at all times.
• Implementation of policies, procedures and systems to provide for a safe and secure business operation.
• Enforce safe working practices and ensure lost time injuries are kept to a minimum.
• Drive and manage the Group global aim to be recognized as an industry leader within the field of Safety and Security.
• Apply the overall Group standards and guidelines on HSE.
• Represent the company with local government organizations related to safety, and health, in order to ensure a mutual understanding of the Company’s goals and requirements, and to work in a cooperative partnership with local resources.
• Prepare audits to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follow-up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Responsible for setting and achieving the budget for the HSE department.
• Coordinate studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health for use by company personnel
• Lead the accident/incident investigation and reporting.
• Ensure that all safety & environmental issues are managed fulfilling the requirements of all the regulations applicable by laws.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in health, safety, and quality management or any relevant field of study from a recognised university
• MBA is a plus
• Minimum of 15 years experience in a senior HSE role within an international industrial corporation
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to provide leadership, obtain cooperation and assistance to meet objectives.
• Effective interpersonal skills.

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.