Fire Safety / HSE Officer at Evans Industries Limited

Evans Industries Limited - Established over 20 years ago our purpose is to develop high quality home and personal care products at an affordable price. We are an ISO 90001 – 2015 certified company therefore all our operations comply with international standards. In admiration of the high quality products, Evans Industries products have become a household name and can be found across the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fire Safety / HSE Officer

Location: Ogba, Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Fire Safety Officer is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fire safety policies, procedures, and practices to safeguard lives, property, and the environment within the factory premises.
• The role ensures compliance with fire regulations, proactive risk assessments, and the promotion of fire safety awareness among all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce HSE policies.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.
• Conduct research on HSE best practices, policy updates, and enforcement of PPE for all employees
• Develop, implement, and periodically update fire prevention and protection strategies tailored to factory operations and risks.
• Conduct audits and fire risk assessments across all areas, including chemical and flammable material storage; recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Investigate all fire-related incidents and false alarms to determine root causes, and provide recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
• Plan, organize, and deliver fire/HSE training to employees, contractors, fire marshals, and safety marshals.
• Keep training materials current and ensure all training records are accurately maintained.
• Organize regular fire drills and contribute to the training of emergency response teams
• Assist in the development of emergency response plans, fire evacuation procedures, and fire safety policies.
• Promote awareness and best practices in fire prevention across all levels of staff.
• Oversee the regular inspection, testing, and maintenance of firefighting equipment, fire alarms, signage, and emergency exits.
• Monitor the effectiveness and condition of fire doors and automatic fire detection and alarm systems.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all fires, false alarms, and associated debriefs and lessons learned.
• Support the development and review of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for employees requiring assistance.
• Ensure all data handling related to fire safety is confidential and compliant with data protection laws and corporate standards.
• Uphold a safe working environment in accordance with health and safety policies and practices.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Fire Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or related field.
• Certification in fire safety, firefighting, or emergency management is highly desirable.
• 3–5 years experience in fire safety within an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of local fire codes, safety standards, and risk management principles.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities.

Application Closing Date
12th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should Send their CV to: careers@evansng.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.