HSE Jobs in Lagos at APM Terminals

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APM Terminals is recruiting to fill the position below:


Job Title: Health Safety Environment Executive
Ref.: AT-119552
Location: Lagos
Key Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors HSE related policies, procedures and systems to provide for a safe operation.
• Establishes internal and external networks to seek out best practices and ensure continuous improvement within the organization.
• Leads high severity investigations.
• Cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for APMTAL in hearings, lawsuits and insurance investigations.
• Develops toolbox talks based on incident findings from internal or external sources and general safety information.
• Inspects facilities and risk assesses standard operating procedures to detect existing or potential hazards.
• Advise department managers on incident findings and assist with development of corrective actions for use by company personnel and outside agencies.

• Advises the Managing Director and senior management on HSE strategies.
• Represents the company with local government organizations to ensure a mutual understanding of APM Terminals Apapa Limited’s (APMTAL’s) goals and requirements, and co-operate with local resources to ensure compliance with local and international legislation and guidelines.
• Compiles and submits HSE reports required by regulatory agencies, shipping lines and company interests.

• Maintains up-to-date information and knowledge in the area of HSE and communicates to required parties within the terminal.
• Develops and arranges basic HSE related training including, but not limited to safety inductions, basic first aid, emergency response, etc.
• Maintains safety files and records.

• University degree in Business Management or Engineering discipline
• 5 years of cumulative experience in HSE of a container terminal
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
• Requires a proven track record of increasing work responsibility
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Financial Management skills is essential
• Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety from recognized institution
• Requires a proven record of Health, Safety and Environmental management experience from port operations and/or heavy equipment industry

• Value and team-based leadership.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment.
• Competitive compensation packages
• An open and engaging working environment.
• A wide range of international career opportunities.