Operations Waste Management Coordinator II

About this role

The role is for an Operations – Waste Management Coordinator II in Lagos, to oversee planning, coordination and monitoring of solid and liquid waste management for upstream and downstream operations. The position involves supervising day-to-day waste services carried out by third-party contractors and providing direction to ensure waste requirements and company waste management principles are met. It targets individuals with experience in environmental or waste management and the ability to work in remote or challenging environments, interfacing with contractors, suppliers and service recipients. The employer is Amaiden Energy Nigeria, a company offering outsourcing, staffing, inspection, training and procurement services in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on quality and on‑time delivery. The advert emphasises compliance with safety, health and environmental standards and the need to align with local and national waste laws and best practices.

What you would do

• Oversee planning, coordination and monitoring of waste management activities.
• Supervise the execution of waste services by third-party contractors.
• Provide direction to ensure waste requirements are met and practices align with company principles.
• Ensure client standards and waste disposal procedures are followed by staff and contractors.
• Identify waste materials and conduct safety guideline training for relevant personnel.
• Conduct risk assessments on hazardous materials.
• Promote compliance with local and national waste laws and regulations.
• Implement strategies to reduce waste.
• Support operations in maintaining safety, health and environmental standards.

What they are asking for

• Degree or Diploma in Applied Science, Environmental Management or equivalent.
• Safety leadership qualifications or certifications.
• Incident investigation training (e.g. Taproot).
• Experience in environmental or waste management, with preference for remote work experience.
• Experience supervising contractors in dynamic or challenging environments.
• Experience in waste facility operations and environmental monitoring (water, air, noise).
• Strong safety and conformance focus and good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of spill response, cleanup and reporting.
• Understanding of local waste regulations and permitting.
• Knowledge of landfill operations and waste handling, treatment and disposal processes.

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