Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Manager at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company

Reporting To: Head, Quality, Health, Safety & Environment

Role Purpose

• Assist the Head - Health, Safety and Environment in QHSE policy and process formulation, implementation and compliance companywide.
• Carry out the day to day operations of QHSE department and contribute to the application of effective Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental management by providing technical support

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, maintenance and implementation of QHSE initiatives and programs consistent with regulatory requirements and Good International Industry Practice.
• Provide strategic leadership, professional knowledge and expertise in the administration and support of QHSE processes for all aspects of Ikeja Electric’s operations including ISO Certifications, Business Continuity strategy, regulatory compliance, institutional policies, Contractors safety Management and human capital development.
• Provide expert advice and support on QHSE issues to Head of Departments and other Functional Heads in ensuring compliance and adherence to existing relevant local legislation, Company policies & Guidelines and best industry practices.
• Develop and provide technical and administrative direction on all QHSE policies and programmes which bear critical importance to overall corporate objectives, operations and profitability of the business units in Ikeja Electric
• Highlight as appropriate to Head, QHSE, any weaknesses concerning the provision of Health and Safety measures and statutory compliance of Ikeja Electric.
• Drive the Implementation and Certification of processes in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and ensure Facility Safety Assessments/Hazard Spotting Analysis, bespoke trainings, risk assessments and Incident Investigations are implemented in the company in line with the NERC Health & Safety Code and International best practices
• Coordinate the development and implementation of QHSE Policy, procedures and processes to ensuring that IE activities and operations are executed in a safe, healthy and environmentally friendly manner for both internal and external projects
• Work closely with and provide support to all other departments and managers in order to optimize the company’s overall QHSE performance
• Ensure the establishment and maintenance of a proactive HSE culture amongst company and contractor employees for managing QHSE risks efficiently and effectively.
• Perform any other duties as requested by Head of Department

Minimum Qualifications

• 1st degree in related Engineering/science field with a minimum of 10 years cognate experience in quality, occupational health & safety and environmental management.
• Professional Qualification/ Postgraduate Diploma in Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
• At least IRCA Lead Auditor Certification course in any two of the following Management systems Standards; ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 22301:2012 and ISO 45001:2018
• Good understanding of technical and safety aspects of the Distribution of power and electricity

Technical Competencies:

• QHSE Professional- Knowledge
• QHSE Monitoring and Administration
• QHSE Training and Education
• HSE Compliance
• Workforce Engagement – Safety awareness and Culture Building
• Report writing and convincing presentation skill

Behavioral Competencies:

• Communication and Interpersonal Relations
• Supervisory/Managerial Skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Managing Resources
• Business Focus
• People management skill