Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Manager at POA ADIT Nigeria Limited

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create practical systems that guide staff on safety, quality, and environmental expectations, aligned with relevant standards and project needs.
• Coordinate the acquisition and renewal of all necessary health, safety, and environmental permits for construction activities; liaise with relevant regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with local laws and alignment with project timelines
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and checks to ensure operations meet ISO standards, legal requirements, and client specifications.
• Identify risks, ensure controls are in place, and respond to near misses, injuries, or quality failures by investigating causes and enforcing corrective actions.
• Organize toolbox talks, safety inductions, and refresher sessions to keep staff informed, alert, and competent on QHSE practices.
• Track availability, suitability, and proper use of PPE across sites; coordinate with procurement and site supervisors as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, training, and non-conformances; prepare reports for management and clients.
• Work with project and site teams to monitor material quality, workmanship, and compliance with project specifications or standards.
• Submit required documentation, coordinate inspections, and manage relationships related to health, safety, environmental, and quality matters.
• Oversee ISO audit processes, ensuring full compliance with relevant standards and maintaining complete, organized, and audit-ready documentation always.
• Foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvement by encouraging staff to report hazards, raise concerns, and contribute to safer, higher-quality project delivery.
• Perform other duties that may arise in line with the evolving needs of the role and the organization.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a QHSE role within the construction or engineering industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Professional certification in QHSE (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, ISO Lead Auditor, OSHA, or equivalent).
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in the implementation, auditing, and compliance of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Proven track record of successfully managing QHSE systems, site inspections, and audit processes.
• Working knowledge of relevant local and international regulations governing construction safety, quality, and environmental practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with basic reporting or audit tracking tools.
• Membership in a recognized professional safety or quality body.
• Proximity to Victoria Island, Lagos is mandatory.