Farm Safety, Health, and Environmental Manager at Agbeyewa Farms

Agbeyewa Farms is a world-class agribusiness with farm operations in Ekiti State, Nigeria. We have foresight for expansion into Africa whilst we create decent jobs and economic opportunities for local communities and become a force to reckon with in the agribusiness on a global scale.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Farm Safety, Health, and Environmental Manager

Location: Ado Ekiti, Ekiti
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

• We are looking to hire a reliable and well-experienced Farm Safety, Health, and Environmental Manager to join our capable team of professionals.
• To be successful in this role the Farm safety, health, and environmental manager would develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive safety, health, and environmental management system to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, protect the environment, and comply with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential hazards on the farm and assess their risks.
• Develop and implement measures to control or eliminate identified hazards.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to determine their causes and prevent recurrence.
• Provide regular safety training to farm workers, covering topics such as personal protective equipment, safe machinery operation, and emergency procedures.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans.
• Implement programs to monitor the health of farm workers.
• Promote disease prevention measures, such as vaccinations and sanitation.
• Ensure that workspaces and tasks are ergonomically designed to prevent injuries.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Promote sustainable farming practices, such as reducing waste and conserving resources.
• Implement measures to prevent pollution of air, water, and soil.
• Protect and promote biodiversity on the farm.
• Keep abreast of relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Ensure that the farm complies with all applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of safety, health, and environmental activities.
• Regularly review and update safety, health, and environmental procedures.
• Communicate safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures to all farm workers, contractors/vendors, and visitors.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the farm team on safety, health, and environmental matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in health and safety.
• Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional, Certified Safety Manager, Safety Risk Manager, Certified Safety and Health Practitioner, National Environmental Management Agency)
• Proven experience in safety, health, and environmental management in agriculture or a related industry.
• Experience in environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and pollution prevention.
• Knowledge of relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations in Nigeria.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Remuneration

• Competitive Compensation.
• 5 - day workweek.
• Flextime.
• Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children).
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Training Programs
• Growth and Development
• Mentoring and Counseling.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.