HSE Manager at Tokiye Integrated Medical Services

Job Summary

• The HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all HSE programs on large-scale construction or EPC projects.
• The role ensures full compliance with local and international HSE regulations, project requirements, and company standards.
• The HSE Manager provides strategic leadership on safety culture, risk management, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance, while monitoring performance and reporting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities
HSE Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project HSE management plan, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Lead the HSE function for the project, promoting a proactive safety culture across all levels.
• Ensure alignment of HSE practices with project requirements, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.

Risk Assessment and Management:

• Conduct hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for all construction activities.
• Develop and monitor the project risk register, including environmental and occupational health risks.
• Implement corrective and preventive measures to address unsafe conditions and incidents.

Safety Compliance and Monitoring:

• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, codes, and international HSE standards
• Monitor and enforce compliance with company and client safety standards on-site.
• Conduct regular HSE inspections, audits, and site safety observations.

Incident Management:

• Lead investigation of accidents, incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, root cause analyses, and recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and improvements.

Environmental Management:

• Ensure project compliance with environmental regulations, including waste management, emissions, and spill prevention.
• Monitor environmental performance indicators and implement improvement plans.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and clients on environmental matters.

Training and Competency Development:

• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for all project personnel and subcontractors.
• Ensure all staff, contractors, and visitors are competent and compliant with project HSE requirements.
• Maintain records of training, inductions, and competency assessments.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and submit regular HSE reports, dashboards, and KPIs to project management and clients.
• Maintain records of inspections, audits, incidents, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all HSE documentation is technically accurate and professionally presented in English.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for HSE matters with clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Support project teams in HSE risk assessments, work permits, and compliance verification.
• Promote collaboration between HSE, operations, construction, and design teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor) are highly desirable.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in HSE management within construction, infrastructure, or EPC projects.
• Proven experience implementing HSE systems, managing safety-critical projects, and leading HSE teams.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian HSE regulations and international HSE standards.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of HSE standards, construction safety, risk management, and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in professional and technical English.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to critical HSE issues on-site.