Environment & Social Executive at Husk Power Systems Nigeria Limited

Husk Power Systems ("Husk") is an award-winning clean energy company serving rural India and Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2023, it was named “World’s Best Challenger Brand” in the energy industry and is a 3-time Global Cleantech 100 company. The company’s AI-powered rural energy platform provides 24/7 renewable power to rural households, commercial customers, institutions, and small factories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Environment & Social Executive

Location: Lafia, Nasarawa
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Husk is seeking a Health and Safety Officer, to join the QHSSE team in Nigeria towards achieving its targets.
• This individual will be responsible for implementing and coordinating all E & S programs within the company’s operations.
• In addition, helping in development of the Environment and social culture at sites and operational plants.
• The individual must be passionate about contributing to solving one of Nigeria’s most critical challenges – the energy access deficit.
• This position provides the opportunity to join a growing team that is changing the face of rural electrification in many countries including India and Nigeria etc. 

Key Responsibilities
 Strategic Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and manage E&S policies, procedures, and the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) across all company operations.
• Collaborate with Health and Safety (H&S) executives to integrate E&S considerations into all business practices.

Compliance and Sustainability:

• Ensure adherence to all environmental and safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in our environmental performance and social responsibility practices.
• Secure adequate resources for effective E&S program execution.

Risk Management and Proactive Approach:

• Proactively identify and mitigate potential E&S risks within operations.
• Conduct thorough investigations of operational E&S incidents, ensuring proper record keeping and reporting.

Training and Awareness:

• Develop and deliver comprehensive E&S training programs for all employees across the organization.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility through knowledge sharing and awareness initiatives.

Required Skills & Attributes

• 5-7 years of proven experience in developing and implementing E&S programs preferably in the renewable energy industry.
•  In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices.
•  In-depth knowledge of safety principles and risk management techniques.
• A thorough and practical knowledge of Centre, State and Local social & environmental laws and regulations.
• At least one year of supervisory experience
• Have a learning mindset and are keen to deliver hands-on solutions in the field.
• Be a problem solver and can identify issues and possible solutions swiftly.
• Can also ideally execute based on direct instruction and under guidance from other members of the team.
• You have no issues working in (and living around) rural Nigeria and in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment.

Salary

• Based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, salary can be negotiated, if required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.