Health, Safety, and Environment Officer – Transport at Dangote Industries Limited

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health, Safety, and Environment Officer – Transport

Location: Ogere, Ogun

Job Purpose

• To ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures within Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc.
• The HSE Officer promotes a proactive safety culture, ensures compliance with statutory regulations, and supports continuous improvement in road transport safety performance.

Key Responsibilities
HSE Compliance & Implementation:

• Enforce adherence to the Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR) HSE policies, standards, and transport safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of trucks, workshop equipment, and operational areas to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Monitor drivers’ adherence to journey management and night driving restrictions.
• Assist in the implementation of the DSR Transport Safety Management System and associated operational controls.

Risk Assessment & Incident Prevention:

• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), route risk assessments, and identify unsafe acts or conditions.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions to mitigate identified risks.
• Ensure availability and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety devices such as reflective cones, fire extinguishers, and warning triangles.

Incident Investigation & Reporting:

• Participate in accident/incident investigations to identify root causes and develop action plans for recurrence prevention.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of incidents, near misses, and unsafe observations in line with company reporting standards.
• Follow up on the implementation and closure of corrective actions.

Training & Awareness:

• Conduct safety inductions for new drivers and contractors.
• Deliver periodic toolbox talks, defensive driving awareness, and refresher training sessions.
• Support driver competence evaluations and certification programs.

Monitoring & Auditing:

• Support HSE audits of transport operations and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Monitor GPS tracking reports to identify non-compliance with route plans and speed limits.
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly HSE performance reports for management review.

Emergency Preparedness & Response:

• Ensure that emergency procedures and response plans are communicated and practiced at depots and checkpoints.
• Coordinate emergency drills, and first aid readiness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in vehicle-related incidents and near misses.
• Compliance rate with DSR transport HSE procedures.
• Timely submission and closure of corrective actions.
• Percentage of drivers trained and certified.
• HSE audit scores and safety observation trends.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Environmental Science, Safety Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in HSE roles within transport or logistics operations (FMCG or manufacturing sector preferred).
• Professional certifications such as ISPON, NEBOSH, or HSE Level 1–3 are added advantages.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian road transport regulations and safety standards.
• Strong communication, observation, and reporting skills.

Core Competencies:

• Risk assessment and hazard control.
• Journey management and transport safety.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Commitment to promoting a positive safety culture.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online