Safety Officer at Churchgate Group

The Safety Officer is responsible for enforcing safety policies, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, and maintaining a safe and secured environment for all personnel, tenants, and visitors. This role involves implementing safety measures, conducting training, monitoring facilities and personnel for adherence to regulations, and addressing safety issues promptly to mitigate risks.

Job Details

• Implement safety policies and procedures of the company. 
• Carry out Health and Safety Induction for new workers, Tenants and existing Staff. 
• Responsible for Environmental Compliance and Waste Disposal at Headquarters and other facilities in Lagos. 
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) issuance and monitoring and ensure compliance to usage. 
• Sub-contractors manpower recording and work permit registration and filing. 
• Daily inspection of all facilities on the floors. 
• Filing of HSE reports and records. 
• Notify the Head of Facilities if any HSE issues arise and report daily. 
• Conduct and monitor contractors for compliance with PPE regulations, and follow the company safety program. 
• Coordinate with other departments on all the new staff hired on-site. 
• Oversees the security guards to ensure they are on their bits. 
• Monitor the fire alarm systems and maintain all safety equipments. 
• Monitor the CCTV footage when the need arises. 
• Conduct safety induction for contractors on site.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Safety Officer with knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and compliance.

Educational Qualifications: 

• A minimum of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• HSE certifications (HSE 1,2,3)
• A Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is an added advantage.

Skills and competence:

• Risk assessment proficiency and strong analytical skill
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations.
• Crisis management and first aid knowledge.