HSE Manager at Tokiye Integrated Medical Services

Tokiye Integrated Medical Service was created to address the critical needs in healthcare project management with an emphasis on effective and efficient service delivery. The company is driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to professional service, aiming to elevate Nigeria’s healthcare system to international standards.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HSE Manager

Location: Uyo, Akwa Ibom 

Job Summary

• The HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all HSE programs on large-scale construction or EPC projects.
• The role ensures full compliance with local and international HSE regulations, project requirements, and company standards.
• The HSE Manager provides strategic leadership on safety culture, risk management, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance, while monitoring performance and reporting to senior management.

Key Responsibilities
HSE Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project HSE management plan, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Lead the HSE function for the project, promoting a proactive safety culture across all levels.
• Ensure alignment of HSE practices with project requirements, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.

Risk Assessment and Management:

• Conduct hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for all construction activities.
• Develop and monitor the project risk register, including environmental and occupational health risks.
• Implement corrective and preventive measures to address unsafe conditions and incidents.

Safety Compliance and Monitoring:

• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, codes, and international HSE standards
• Monitor and enforce compliance with company and client safety standards on-site.
• Conduct regular HSE inspections, audits, and site safety observations.

Incident Management:

• Lead investigation of accidents, incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, root cause analyses, and recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and improvements.

Environmental Management:

• Ensure project compliance with environmental regulations, including waste management, emissions, and spill prevention.
• Monitor environmental performance indicators and implement improvement plans.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and clients on environmental matters.

Training and Competency Development:

• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for all project personnel and subcontractors.
• Ensure all staff, contractors, and visitors are competent and compliant with project HSE requirements.
• Maintain records of training, inductions, and competency assessments.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and submit regular HSE reports, dashboards, and KPIs to project management and clients.
• Maintain records of inspections, audits, incidents, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all HSE documentation is technically accurate and professionally presented in English.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for HSE matters with clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Support project teams in HSE risk assessments, work permits, and compliance verification.
• Promote collaboration between HSE, operations, construction, and design teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor) are highly desirable.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in HSE management within construction, infrastructure, or EPC projects.
• Proven experience implementing HSE systems, managing safety-critical projects, and leading HSE teams.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian HSE regulations and international HSE standards.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of HSE standards, construction safety, risk management, and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in professional and technical English.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to critical HSE issues on-site.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily site-based, including remote or challenging construction environments.
• Extended working hours may be required for project deadlines or incident response.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.