Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) Coordinator at Karsto Global Resources Limited

• We are seeking a highly qualified Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) Coordinator to join our team.
• As a QHSE Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and the protection of the environment.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring the quality of site installation is consistent with the company’s policy requirements, national and international standards, and client specifications.

Main Responsibilities

• Enforce HSQE policies, procedures, PPE, Permit to Work system (PTW), and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure correct documentation of incidents, accidents, and near-misses.
• Develop, review, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
• Provide HSE training and awareness programs.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, and recommend preventive measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of safety.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Provide legislative and regulatory advice to the company’s management team on all HSEQ matters.
• Maintain quality accreditations for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 18001, ensuring periodic audits are scheduled for ongoing compliance.
• Liaise with registration bodies, customers, and suppliers to resolve HSEQ-related issues.
• Implement and enforce an internal HSEQ audit schedule to ensure all group offices comply with quality accreditation requirements.
• Maintain the management system and identify/implement initiatives for improvement—including all procedures, processes, safe systems of work, and support on risk assessments and method statements.
• Coordinate QHSE tender preparation for bidding processes.
• Support area offices during third-party HSEQ audits.
• Ensure all offices operate with a standardized approach to quality standards and service delivery as defined by senior management.
• Establish minimum HSEQ qualification standards for area office representatives, and manage training requirements accordingly.
• Take overall responsibility and authority for all incident and accident investigations.
• Advise the group on legislative and regulatory updates, ensuring QMS documentation is kept current.
• Provide client support on QHSE matters and audits.
• Advise, guide, support, promote awareness, and coach personnel in the implementation of the company’s policies and procedures.
• Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 - 10 years proven experience in a Safety and Quality management role within the manufacturing, construction, and/or oil and gas industries.
• Professional membership such as COREN or MNSE will be an added advantage.
• A successful track record of working with HSE auditors and professional bodies.
• Experience in risk management and crisis management.
• Must have auditor qualifications and experience in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 18001.
• Professional certifications in HSE (e.g., GHSE, NEBOSH, OSHA) are required.
• Work experience in offshore environments is highly desirable.
• Should reside in Port Harcourt or be willing to relocate.