Health and Safety Officer at Dangote Group

Job Title: Health and Safety Officer

JOB DETAILS:

• Participate in implementing the DCP approved occupational safety program, analysing and administering various components of the safety programs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement approved safety plans and programs in the Plant and monitor employees’ compliance with safety policies.
• Support in planning and promoting safety programs and conduct periodic assessments to identify program deficiencies.
• Assist in conducting safety drills at the Plant, in line with approved schedule.
• Evaluate hazardous conditions and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and/or use of personal protective equipment.
• Perform or assist with accident investigations as required and ensure prompt communication of recommendations to all concerned parties.
• Support in the execution of approved corrective action to prevent future incidents.
• Provide information to Compensation Administrators for timely processing of compensation benefits for injured individuals.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of safety activities and accident occurrences, and develop periodic reports to determine safety trends and needs.
• Conduct periodic inspections of DCP Plants to assist managers and supervisors in environmental, health, and safety compliance.
• Collect, analyse and maintain data essential for effective safety programs.
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees, officials, external organisations, and representatives of Local, State, and Federal agencies.
• Participate in the conduct of basic HSE induction exercises for Plant employees, contractors and visitors.

Education and Work Experience

• B.Sc in Engineering or its equivalent in any science discipline.
• Membership of relevant safety institute e.g. IOSH and ISPON.
• Relevant safety training from recognized safety Professional body such as BSC and ISPON.
• Minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.

Requirements
Skills and Behaviours:

• Adequate knowledge of the cement and manufacturing industry.
• Adequate knowledge of safety regulations.
• Ability to adequately analyze an incident and proffer valuable solutions.
• Ability to communicate incidences and emergencies clearly.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• High sense of responsibility and accountability.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Dangote job recruitment, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!