Safety Officer at Primero Transport Services Limited

Primero Transport Services Limited is Nigeria’s leading Bus Rapid Transit System that caters for Lagos State residents.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Safety Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer to oversee and implement safety policies within our organisation.
• The successful candidate will ensure compliance with local and international HSE regulations, conduct risk assessments, and promote a culture of safety.

Responsibilities:

• Investigations into workplace accidents, near-misses, or environmental incidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Implement and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensures emergency response systems, policies and procedures are in place to manage emergencies and are maintained.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety audits on construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international HSE regulations and industry best practices.
• Design and deliver safety training programs for employees, including warehouse staff, drivers, and office personnel, covering topics such as fire safety, and emergency response procedures.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols.
• Use tools like Microsoft tools to monitor safety metrics, track incidents, and prepare reports on HSE performance.
• Conduct emergency drills and implement emergency response plans.
• Assist in organizing safety trainings, toolbox meetings, safety talk and onboarding sessions for new staff.
• Drive continuous improvement in HSE performance
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote safety initiatives and ensure the integration of safety practices into daily operations.

Requirements

• HND qualification or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Science or Social Science related Course.
• Minimum of 3 years of HSE experience, preferably in the Transportation Industry.
• Certification in NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System).
• Excellent understanding of HSE laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Ability to work independently and make strategic safety decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.

Application Closing Date
6th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@primerotsl.com using "Safety Officer" as the subject of the email.