HSE Engineer / HSE Coordinator

Job Description

• We are seeking a qualified HSE Engineer / HSE Coordinator who will to develop, implement, and monitor Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems that ensure compliance with statutory regulations, client requirements, and international standards.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a proactive safety culture, minimizing operational risks, preventing incidents, and ensuring environmental stewardship across all company operations and project sites.

Key Responsibilities
HSE Management:

• Implement the Company HSE Management System (HSE-MS) across projects and operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, client requirements, and company HSE policies.
• Develop and review HSE plans, procedures, and work instructions.
• Monitor HSE performance and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership and employee engagement.

Risk Management:

• Conduct Hazard Identification (HAZID), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Risk Assessments.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend effective mitigation measures.
• Verify implementation of control measures before work commences.
• Participate in SIMOPS and Permit-to-Work (PTW) risk reviews.

Site Monitoring & Compliance:

• Conduct routine HSE inspections and workplace audits.
• Monitor compliance with PTW, Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Working at Height, Lifting Operations, Hot Work, and Excavation procedures.
• Ensure corrective actions from inspections and audits are implemented and closed out.
• Monitor contractor HSE compliance and performance.

Incident Investigation:

• Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and unsafe acts/conditions.
• Conduct root cause analysis using recognized methodologies (5-Why, Fishbone, TapRooT, etc.).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Track and verify closure of investigation actions.
• Maintain incident statistics and lessons learned.

Environmental Management:

• Monitor environmental compliance, including waste management, spill prevention, emissions, noise, and pollution control.
• Coordinate environmental inspections and reporting.
• Support implementation of environmental management plans.
• Promote resource conservation and sustainability initiatives.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Support development and implementation of Emergency Response Plans (ERP).
• Coordinate emergency drills and exercises.
• Participate in emergency response and incident management activities.
• Ensure emergency equipment is available, inspected, and functional.

Training & Safety Awareness:

• Deliver HSE induction for employees and contractors.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness campaigns.
• Coordinate HSE competency training and refresher programs.
• Coach supervisors and personnel on safe work practices.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports.
• Maintain HSE statistics and KPI dashboards.
• Manage HSE records, permits, inspections, and audit reports.
• Ensure accurate documentation for regulatory and client compliance.

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

• Support ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Recommend improvements to HSE processes and procedures.
• Monitor implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. / B.Sc. / HND in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or related discipline.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent (preferred).
• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor certification (preferred).
• ISO 14001 Internal Auditor certification (preferred).
• Professional membership (ISPON, IOSH, IIRSM, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Experience:

• HSE Coordinator: Minimum of 3 years of HSE experience in construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, marine, or industrial operations.
• HSE Engineer: Minimum 5 years of relevant HSE experience, including project execution and contractor management.
• Experience with EPC/EPCM projects, shutdowns, commissioning, or production operations is desirable.

Technical Competencies:

• HSE Management Systems (ISO 45001 & ISO 14001)
• Nigerian HSE Regulations and International Best Practices
• Risk Assessment (JSA, JHA, HAZID)
• Permit-to-Work (PTW) Systems
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
• Emergency Response Planning
• Environmental Management
• Contractor HSE Management
• Safety Auditing & Inspection
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Lifting, Working at Height & Confined Space Safety
• HSE Reporting & KPI Analysis
• Microsoft Office Suite

Behavioural Competencies:

• Safety Leadership
• Integrity and Professional Ethics
• Strong Observation Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Planning and Organization
• Accountability and Attention to Detail

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: View email address on hotnigerianjobs.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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