Health & Safety Manager (Cement Industry) at Dangote

Location: Okpella, Edo

Category: DCP - HSSE

Job Summary

• Ensure that the DCP OH&S policy is implemented on site
• Support plant operations with the implementation of H&S initiatives, H&S management system, and H&S programs
• Design, develop and implement safety training and awareness programs in line with the DCP annual HSE goals and targets
• Advise on and monitor compliance with all Ghanaian Laws relating to H&S with regard to plant operations

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct identification, assessment and analysis of the hazardous activities within the operations
• Oversee development of a site induction package outlining the major hazards and the safety requirements to avoid or control those hazards
• Advise management on deficiencies in the safety performance in the operations
• Develop a plant based H&S training and development plan based on the needs of the operation and the major hazards identified
• Oversee the quality of induction safety programs being conducted for both the plant and contractor employees
• Conduct and coordinate internal and external systems audits to evaluate H&S performance
• Ensure specific surveys and reporting are conducted in an approved format. These surveys may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Lifting equipment
  • Pressure vessels
  • Occupational noise
  • Thermal exposure
  • Chemical exposure
  • Air quality
  • Illumination
• Develop an annual H&S improvement plan and monitor its implementation
• Ensure relevant documents/records for safety are properly maintained at plant
• Provide specialist advise on matters relating to H&S
• Ensure compliance with all relevant H&S legal requirements

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Degree in Environmental Sciences / Mechanical Engineering and a Professional EHS Certificate from a National or Internationally recognized EHS organization.
• Must have a minimum of 18 to 21 years working experience in a similar environment, preferably in the manufacturing industry

Skills & Competence:

• Excellent knowledge/experience on Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Excellent knowledge on Fire Safety Management
• Understanding of current concepts in H&S and/or related integrated management systems
• Understanding of Nigerian Federal Laws related to H&S
• Ability to operate Microsoft Office programs
• Knowledge of Audit and Inspection
• Understanding of typical plant operations/dynamics
• Experience in Cement industry or other heavy industry
• Initiative & drive
• Good analytical and problem solving ability
• Reliability
• Leadership
• Communication skills

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development