Occupational Health and Safety Officer

About this role

The role is for an Occupational Health and Safety Officer at Dangote Group, based in Lagos with responsibilities focused on implementing the safety programme, monitoring compliance, and coordinating emergency and safety actions. The position targets candidates with solid experience in health, safety and environment within a manufacturing or cement-related setting. Dangote Group operates as a diversified Nigerian conglomerate with activities including cement manufacture and other business interests, with its headquarters in Lagos. The job emphasizes ensuring safe work practices, emergency readiness, contract compliance, and fire safety, while reporting safety concerns to management.

What you would do

• Coordinate emergency medical callouts when serious incidents occur.
• Report near misses and unsafe conditions involving contracts and subcontracts to management.
• Monitor contractors and employees for safety compliance with rules and regulations.
• Request immediate corrective actions from contractors for noncompliance or dangerous conditions.
• Require daily toolbox talks before work begins at sites.
• Maintain and regularly inspect on-site fire apparatus.
• Ensure non-employees near DCP premises are not exposed to health and safety risks.
• Promote safe work practices to minimise injury and protect property and equipment.
• Oversee work to meet safety standards with minimal risk to people and assets.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head, Health, Safety and Environment.

What they are asking for

• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering.

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