HSE Officer - Oil & Gas at BSL Recruitment

BSL Recruitment is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: HSE Officer - Oil & Gas

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Company’s HSE Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety programs and environmental initiatives to ensure compliance with local, state, federal and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with management and employees to promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Safety Program Development: Design and implement safety programs and policies to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses in the workplace. This includes conducting risk assessments, creating emergency response plans, and establishing safety procedures.
• Training and Education: Develop and deliver training programs on safety protocols, hazard recognition, and emergency procedures for employees and contractors. Ensure all personnel receive appropriate safety training and certifications. Conduct weekly/monthly HSE talks for employees in the organization.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and standards. Maintain records and documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into workplace accidents, injuries, and near-misses to identifyroot causes and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Prepare incident reports and recommend improvements to prevent future incidents.
• Safety Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of the workplace to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and environmental concerns. Collaborate with departments to address issues and implement corrective measures.
• Safety Culture Promotion: Foster a culture of safety and environmental responsibility among employees by promoting awareness, participation, and accountability. Encourage reporting of safety concerns and near-misses.
• Emergency Response Planning: Develop and maintain emergency response plans for various scenarios, such as fires, chemical spills, or natural disasters. Coordinate drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency procedures.
• Environmental Management: Assist in managing environmental programs and initiatives, including waste management, pollution prevention, and sustainability efforts. Monitor environmental performance and recommend improvements.

Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree at minimum; Engineering; Environmental; Sciences; Occupational Health.
• Good knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Standards.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and a mandatory General HSE Level 1&2 certificate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees, management, contractors and clients.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify hazards, assess risks, and develop practical solutions.
• Experience in conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and delivering safety training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2024.