EHS & Risk Manager at Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited

Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Perfetti Van Melle group, one of the worlds largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum, creating imaginative products and brands that are enjoyed in over 150 countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: EHS & Risk Manager

Location: Lagos

What You will Do

• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines by staff, visitors, contractors and suppliers.
• Develop and execute programs to achieve EMS & OHS objectives and provide advice on trends/indicators.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to keep abreast of regulatory updates and industry best practice.
• Conduct routine drills to test Emergency preparedness for all likely emergency scenarios
• Monitor and inspect fire facilities and ensure reliability in event of fire emergency.    
• Facilitate internal audits of the environment & safety management systems.
• Ensure first Aid replaceable kits are up to date, available and accessible.
• Provide and maintain Walk ways and ensure that vehicle and Pedestrian walkways are not obstructed.
• Provide Timely logging of incidents and ensure closure in the accident data Database. 
• Conduct environment & safety inspections of material handling equipment.
• Ensure safe warehouse stacking of materials and finished products.
• Inspect all modifications and installation plant and equipment before commissioning.
• Ensure waste are recycled, segregated, sorted and disposed in compliance with relevant environmental legislations.

Our Perfect Candidates

• ŸHolds HND / BSc in Engineering-related studies
• ŸNISP or any related professional qualification is mandatory.
• ŸMinimum eight (8) years relevant experience.
• ŸFamiliar with Safety regulations applicable to Manufacturing facility
• ŸKnowledge of environmental régulations & compliance (e.g., ISO 14001, waste management, pollution control).
• ŸExcellent knowledge of industrial hygiene principles.
• ŸMust bê able to conduct Risk assessment & hazard analysis (JSA, HAZID, FMEA, Bowtie)
• ŸFamiliar with emergency preparedness & response planning.
• ŸExcellent knowledge of Process Safety Management (“PSM”) and Machine safety.
• ŸCommitted to continuous improvement.
• ŸGood Communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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