Health & Safety Officer - Shift at Paras Energy & Natural Resources Development Limited

Paras Energy was incorporated in the year 2002. We are a diversified and internationally recognized energy company that provides stable and reliable power to all customers by generation and distribution of power while maintaining stringent adherence to OEM guidelines of operation and maintenance. Apart from power generation and distribution, we can also provide EPC and maintenance services for substations, transmission line and pressure reducing & measuring stations. At Paras Energy, we believe that electricity should be accessible and affordable to all. Over the years, we have gathered a diverse clientele all over Nigeria and we continue to grow our portfolio through the provision of reliable services. On 8th April 2016, Paras Energy became the 27th Company to supply power to National Grid in Nigeria and the first privately owned company to supply power under a bilateral agreement to their customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health & Safety Officer - Shift

Location: Ogijo & Papalanto, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Policy Development:

• Develop, implement, and update health and safety policies and procedures to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Communicate policies and procedures to employees, ensuring understanding and compliance.

Risk Assessment:

• Conduct regular risk assessments and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze accident and incident data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Training and Education:

• Develop and deliver health and safety training programs for employees at all levels.
• Keep abreast of industry best practices and changes in regulations to ensure training content is up-to-date.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans.
• Coordinate drills and exercises to ensure employees are prepared for emergencies.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay current with health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Ensure the organization's compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Investigations:

• Conduct investigations into accidents, near misses, and other safety-related incidents.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of investigations and corrective actions.

Safety Culture Promotion:

• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Encourage employee involvement in safety initiatives and programs.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and implement improvements.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

• HND / Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Health and Safety Manager or similar role.
• Professional certification in health and safety (e.g., CSP, CIH) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work on shifts including Saturdays.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@Parasenergy.com using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail.