EHS Officer at WTS Energy

Job Summary:

The EHS Officer will support the delivery of Company’s EHS vision by implementing and maintaining effective EHS management systems, ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate requirements, managing operational risks, and driving environmental and safety performance improvements. This role provides EHS assurance and support to business operations across assigned locations in Lagos and Abuja.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the Integrated Management System (IMS) in alignment with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 39001, and other corporate standards.
• Ensure compliance with corporate EHS policies, procedures, and statutory obligations at assigned locations, maintaining records and documentation for audit readiness.
• Conduct workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments, and maintain risk registers to ensure effective controls are in place.
• Support incident investigations, track corrective and preventive actions, and analyze trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate EHS inductions, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and awareness campaigns to strengthen safety culture.
• Implement occupational health programmes, road safety management, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Support environmental management programmes including waste management, pollution prevention, and sustainability initiatives.
• Monitor contractor compliance with EHS requirements and participate in contractor onboarding and performance assessments.
• Prepare EHS reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for management review and decision-making.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an EHS role.
• Experience in EHS management systems, audits, inspections, incident investigations, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, ISPON certification/membership, or equivalent certifications.
• ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 Internal Auditor certification.
• Experience working within ISO-certified environments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive contract compensation package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading energy company.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Exposure to diverse EHS challenges across multiple locations.
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment.