Safety Officer

Leedtec Engineering is a consulting engineering and commissioning firm committed to innovative designs, sustainable solutions and high-quality services for clients nationwide. We view clients as partners where mutual respect, trust and integrity lead to long-term relationships over multiple projects.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Safety Officer
Job Location: Lagos
Job Description

• We are looking for a responsible Safety Officer to facilitate compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines.
• The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.
• You will provide advice on measures to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations.
• You will also be on a constant lookout for violations.
• The ideal candidate will be a responsible individual who swears by OSH regulations.
• Your work will be largely focused on prevention so you need to be conscientious and farsighted.
• The ideal candidate will also be detail-oriented and ready to act in emergencies.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the development of OHS policies and programs
• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation
• Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives
• Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
• Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc.

Basic Requirements

• Proven experience as safety officer
• Diligent with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
• B.Sc/BA in safety management, engineering or relevant field is preferred
• In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Certificate in occupational health and safety.

Salary
N180,000 - N250,000 monthly