Safety and Compliance Manager at Suminter Nigeria Limited

Suminter is the producer of 100% certified-organic, all natural, non-GMO organic products. We work with over 1,00,000 farmers to deliver the highest quality food, fibers and other organic products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Safety and Compliance Manager

Location: Mowe, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Safety / Environmental Compliance Manager at Suminter Nigeria Limited is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies across all operational and project sites.
• The role ensures full compliance with Nigerian safety regulations, environmental laws, company standards, and client requirements by proactively identifying hazards, monitoring site conditions, managing safety certifications, and preventing workplace incidents.
• The position supports safe operational practices across construction, warehouse, logistics, agro-industrial, and project activities while promoting a strong safety culture within the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environmental Management:

• Develop, implement, and enforce HSE policies, procedures, and Environmental Management Plans across all company operations and project sites.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Nigerian HSE regulations, NESREA standards, labour laws, and client safety requirements.
• Conduct routine site inspections, safety audits, and environmental compliance assessments.
• Monitor site activities to identify danger zones, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and environmental risks.
• Ensure immediate corrective and preventive actions are implemented to eliminate identified hazards.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), risk assessments, and toolbox talks for operational activities.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across all operational areas.
• Promote continuous HSE awareness and a proactive safety culture among employees and contractors.

Environmental Compliance:

• Monitor environmental aspects including waste management, pollution prevention, spill control, housekeeping, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Ensure all environmental practices comply with Nigerian environmental regulations and company sustainability standards.
• Coordinate environmental inspections and ensure timely resolution of non-conformities.

Equipment & Operational Safety:

• Inspect construction equipment, warehouse tools, machinery, forklifts, and operational equipment for defects or unsafe conditions.
• Ensure defective equipment is tagged and removed from service immediately.
• Monitor contractor and third-party compliance with company HSE standards.

Certification & Regulatory Compliance:

• Manage all safety permits, certifications, approvals, and statutory compliance documentation.
• Ensure employees, operators, and contractors possess valid safety certifications and required trainings.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, auditors, and external inspectors during compliance audits and inspections.
• Maintain updated HSE records, incident reports, inspection logs, and compliance documentation.

Traffic & Site Safety Coordination:

• Assist in implementing traffic management and site access control plans.
• Coordinate safe movement of vehicles, equipment, and personnel within operational areas.

Training & Incident Management:

• Organize safety inductions, emergency drills, HSE trainings, and toolbox meetings for employees and contractors.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts.
• Prepare detailed incident investigation reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Track HSE performance indicators and prepare monthly safety reports for management review.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or related discipline.
• Professional HSE certifications such as:
  • NEBOSH
  • ISPON
  • IOSH
  • OSHA
  • ISO 45001 certification (added advantage)
• 5–10years of experience in safety and environmental management within construction, manufacturing, agro-processing, logistics, or industrial operations.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian HSE regulations and environmental compliance standards.
• Proven experience managing HSE systems on active project or operational sites.
• Strong hazard identification, incident investigation, and risk management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and enforcement abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in high-risk operational and construction environments.

Application Closing Date
18th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: abayomi.adio@AGRIEXIMFZE.COM using the job title as the subject of the mail.