HEALTH AND SAFETY

Job Description : HEALTH AND SAFETY HEAD NIGERIA The incumbent will be responsible for establishing a world-class safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing operational risks, and implementing international HSE standards across all sites with a strong focus on “Zero Harm” and operational excellence. Lead the development and execution of the companys HSE strategy aligned with operational objectives, mining best practices, and international safety standards. Drive a strong “Zero Harm” culture by embedding safety leadership, accountability, and operational discipline across all functions. Establish robust HSE performance metrics, risk management frameworks, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational safety and compliance. Provide strategic guidance to senior management on HSE risks, compliance obligations, and overall safety performance. Oversee HS operations at mining site, plants, workshops, logistics, and contractor activities to ensure safe and compliant operations. Ensure effective implementation of HS management systems, policies, SOPs, permit-to-work systems, and critical safety controls. Lead site audits, inspections, compliance reviews, and corrective action programs to maintain operational integrity and minimize risk exposure. Drive hazard identification, HIRA/JSA processes, and mitigation strategies for high-risk mining and industrial operations. Ensure full compliance with mining regulations, labor laws, environmental standards, and international HSE best practices. Maintain and strengthen compliance and recognized mining safety standards. Liaise effectively with regulatory authorities, auditors, and external stakeholders on all HSE-related matters. Lead internal and external HSE audits and ensure timely closure of audit findings and compliance gaps. Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, fatalities, and high-potential events using structured root cause analysis methodologies. Drive corrective and preventive action programs to eliminate recurring risks and strengthen operational controls. Promote a proactive reporting culture through behavioural safety programs and workforce engagement initiatives. Lead occupational health, industrial hygiene, and employee wellness initiatives to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. Ensure emergency response systems, mine rescue preparedness, crisis management procedures, and business continuity plans are fully operational and regularly tested. Coordinate emergency drills and crisis simulations to strengthen preparedness and response capabilities. Develop and implement HSE training and competency development programs for employees, contractors, and leadership teams. Promote safety ownership and workforce engagement through continuous awareness, coaching, and behaviour-based safety initiatives. Mentor and develop HSE personnel to build a high-performing safety culture across operations. Ensure environmental compliance related to waste management, emissions control, water usage, rehabilitation, and environmental protection standards. Drive sustainability and ESG initiatives aligned with operational goals and responsible mining practices. Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Mining Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline; Master’s Degree / MBA will be an added advantage. Preferred professional certifications include NEBOSH International Diploma / IGC, IOSH / CMIOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, CSP, OSHA, or equivalent internationally recognized HSE certifications. 15–20 years of progressive HSE experience within mining, metals, steel, cement, or other heavy industrial operations, including a minimum of 8 years in senior HSE leadership roles managing large-scale or multi-site operations. Proven expertise in mining safety management, contractor safety, high-risk operations, incident investigation, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and implementation of international HSE standards within African Strategic leadership and strong decision-making ability Excellent knowledge of mining HSE standards and compliance frameworks Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead large multicultural teams in challenging operational environments

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