Job Requirements:
Position: HSE Manager
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Safety, or any related Science discipline.
Experience
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Experience in oil and gas, engineering, fabrication, construction, maintenance, marine, or industrial services sector.
- Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining integrated management systems.
Professional Certifications
- Registered member of ISPON or equivalent recognized HSE professional body.
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor.
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor.
- Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis training.
- First Aid, Fire Safety, Emergency Response or Risk Assessment certifications are added advantages.
Technical Knowledge
The candidate shall possess:
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian HSE legislation and regulatory requirements, including those issued by NUPRC, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, NESREA, and other applicable authorities.
- Sound understanding of international HSE standards, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and relevant industry best practices.
- Thorough knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment and control methodologies.
- Strong understanding of permit-to-work systems, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and safe systems of work.
- Knowledge of environmental management, waste management, pollution prevention, and sustainability principles.
- Ability to plan and coordinate emergency plans
- Knowledge of contractor HSE management and compliance monitoring.
- Understanding of fabrication, welding, lifting operations, pressure testing, calibration activities, confined space entry, working at height, electrical safety, mechanical operations, and offshore/onshore project safety requirements.
Skills and Competencies
The HSE Manager shall demonstrate:
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
- Organizational and delegation skills.
- Time management and prioritization skills.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Sound decision-making ability.
- Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Project planning and coordination skills.
- Data analysis skills for monitoring HSE performance trends and continual improvement.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
Computer Proficiency
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to prepare statistical reports, presentations, and HSE dashboards.
- Experience using electronic HSE reporting systems.
Personal Attributes
- High ethical standards and accountability.
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Results-oriented with attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Team player with strong leadership qualities.
- Committed to continual learning and professional development.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Management
- Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve the Company's HSE Management System.
- Develop annual HSE objectives, targets, programmes, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Provide leadership and guidance to HSE personnel across all company locations and project sites.
- Promote a positive HSE culture by demonstrating visible leadership and encouraging employee participation.
- Advise Management on HSE risks, emerging regulatory requirements, and improvement opportunities.
2. HSE Management System
- Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Management Systems.
- Develop, review, and update HSE policies, procedures, safe work practices, and guidelines.
- Ensure HSE documentation is maintained, controlled, and periodically reviewed.
- Coordinate management reviews relating to HSE performance.
3. Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian HSE legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes in HSE laws, standards, and client requirements and ensure timely implementation.
- Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, certification bodies, and external stakeholders on HSE matters.
- Coordinate statutory inspections, permits, approvals, and regulatory reporting.
4. Risk Management
- Establish and maintain processes for hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of effective control measures.
- Ensure Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Risk Assessments are conducted for all applicable activities.
- Review project HSE plans and ensure risks are adequately managed before work commences.
- Monitor implementation of risk controls and verify their effectiveness.
5. Operational HSE Oversight
- Monitor HSE performance across fabrication yards, workshops, project sites, warehouses, offices, laboratories, and field operations.
- Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work systems and safe work procedures.
- Conduct routine HSE inspections and workplace audits.
- Verify compliance with PPE requirements and safe work practices.
- Ensure emergency equipment, firefighting systems, first aid facilities, and emergency response arrangements remain effective.
6. Incident Management
- Ensure all incidents, near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions are promptly reported and investigated.
- Lead or coordinate incident investigations using appropriate root cause analysis techniques.
- Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and verified for effectiveness.
- Monitor incident trends and recommend preventive initiatives.
7. Environmental Management
- Ensure effective management of environmental aspects and impacts associated with company operations.
- Monitor waste segregation, storage, transportation, and disposal activities.
- Promote pollution prevention, energy conservation, and sustainable environmental practices.
- Ensure compliance with environmental permits and reporting requirements.
8. Emergency Preparedness
- Develop and maintain emergency preparedness and response plans.
- Coordinate emergency drills and evaluate emergency response effectiveness.
- Ensure emergency response teams are adequately trained and equipped.
- Coordinate response during emergencies and support post-incident recovery activities.
9. Training and Competence
- Identify HSE training needs for employees and contractors.
- Develop and coordinate HSE induction programmes and competency training.
- Conduct toolbox talks, safety awareness campaigns, and behavioural safety programmes.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of HSE training and competency programmes.
10. Contractor and Project HSE Management
- Evaluate contractor HSE capability during vendor selection processes.
- Monitor contractor compliance with Company and client HSE requirements.
- Participate in project planning meetings to ensure HSE requirements are integrated into project execution.
- Support project teams during mobilization, execution, and close-out activities.
11. Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitor HSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual HSE performance reports.
- Analyze HSE data to identify trends and recommend improvement initiatives.
- Present HSE performance updates to Management and clients as required.
12. Audits and Continuous Improvement
- Plan and coordinate internal HSE audits and inspections.
- Participate in external audits conducted by clients, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities.
- Monitor implementation and close-out of audit findings.
- Promote continual improvement through lessons learned, best practices, and innovation.
13. Budget and Resource Management
- Prepare and manage the departmental budget.
- Ensure adequate provision of PPE, emergency equipment, monitoring devices, and other HSE resources.
- Evaluate and recommend HSE equipment and technology to improve operational performance.
14. General Responsibilities
- Ensure confidentiality of HSE records and information.
- Represent the Company on HSE matters during client meetings and regulatory engagements.
- Perform any other duties assigned by Management that are consistent with the objectives of the role.
JOB LOCATION: Eket, Akwa Ibom State.
How to Apply:
All Interested Candidates are to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant Work experience and qualifications to recruitment@eatlng.com or humanresources@eatlng.com
Work Location: In person