Safety Officer

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Key Responsibilities

• To establish, document and maintain an effective and legally compliant. Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems when appointed.
• To meet the Environmental Standards according to the defined regulatory standard.
• Ensure that all contractors complies to Sulzer’s health, safety and environmental standards.
• To implement a robust health and safety hazard identification strategy through audits, site management walks, site inspections etc.
• To work closely with the site supervision to promote a safe working area and safe working practices (hands on approach).
• Review and update the ISO 14001, ISO 45001 SHE Management System procedures.
• To regularly review the effectiveness of the system and make improvements as required.
• To collate and publish Health and Safety Statistics and as required present these to client and Sulzer management.
• To raise awareness of the environmental impact of activities and seek ways to operate more efficiently and with less use of resources.
• To lead SHE campaigns and meetings at area of responsibility.
• Update the risk assessments and facilitate new risk assessment review process.
• Review all legal appointments monthly.
• Review all contractor SHE files monthly and conduct routine sites inspections.
• Ensure that Lift Plans are in place and all HHA work is assessed and recorded

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from a recognized institution.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
• ISPON Level 2 and Level 3 Certification.
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Certification.
• ISO 45001 Management System Certification.
• Incident Investigation Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Driver's License.
• NEBOSH Diploma will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' practical SHE experiences.
• Experience within the oil and gas industry.
• Experience working in electromechanical environments.
• Experience engaging with government regulatory authorities.
• Experience managing client SHE requirements and audits.
• Plant and offshore experience will be advantageous.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work for a global industry leader with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation.
• Exposure to diverse projects within the oil and gas and electromechanical sectors.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages initiative and growth.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to strengthening safety culture and regulatory compliance across our Nigerian operations.
• The chance to work with experienced professionals and global SHE networks.
• A role that offers autonomy, responsibility, and the ability to drive positive changes within the business.

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

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