Head, QHSSE at Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (NESCO) Limited

Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (NESCO) Limited is incorporated under the Companies Act of the Laws of Nigeria. Its core business is to generate, distribute, supply and retail electric power in Plateau State and adjacent States.

In its drive to ensure improved and sustained efficiency and effectiveness in delivery of its mandate with strategic leadership and management, NESCO (Nigeria) Limited is seeking to recruit fully qualified, highly motivated, and well experienced persons to fill highly rewarding vacant position that have arisen in the Corporation. 

The right interested candidates with prospects to build a meaningful career within the Electricity Supply Industry is therefore invited to apply for the position below:

Job Title: Head, QHSSE

Location: NESCO (Nigeria) Limited’s Head Office, Bukuru, Jos South - Plateau

Purpose of the Job

• Oversee the design, implementation, communication, and coordination of all environmental, health & safety programmes and quality control processes to ensure compliance with procedures and regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Head QHSSE shall therefore be responsible, but not limited, for the following:

• Develop and drive the implementation of HSE policies, guidelines and programs required to achieve HSE excellence across the organization
• Ensure & monitor compliance of all operations and maintenance activities with defined HSE policies
• Ensure the proper identification, assessment and mitigation of HSE risks
• Conduct periodic audits of NESCO’s operations against industry best practices and regulatory standards to identify compliance gaps and work with the businesses to develop action plans to close gaps
• Provide direction and guidance to the management team and employees on HSE issues within the workplace
• Develop performance standards to measure successful implementation of the HSE management systems and the performance of contractors
• Monitor and continuously assess the plant’s Health, Safety, and Environmental status and continuously seek to improve standards
• Collate HSE statistics, analyze incident trends, and make appropriate recommendations to the MD on HSE issues
• Coordinate the review of NESCO’s HSE regulations, policies and procedures to ensure they are always up to date
• Ensure availability of adequate HSE facilities, emergency services, PPE and safety tools in the plant
• Ensure adequate HSE training are in place for all employees, visitors, and contractors
• Organize periodic awareness and enlightenment programs for managers and staff to enhance knowledge and understanding of HSE responsibilities within areas of operational responsibility
• Maintain relevant HSE reports and documentation
• Represent NESCO on HSSE committees and manage liaison with regulatory agencies and safety associations
• Oversee the provision of effective health care services to NESCO via the company’s health care provider
• Ensure that the site clinic, first aid facilities, requirements and emergency transportation are in compliance with the applicable laws and requirements
• Coordinate with the medical team to conduct quarterly water sample test of all water sources across the plant
• Coordinate prompt and timely response to accident cases, liaising with hospitals and security bodies where necessary and gives feedback to Management
• Ensure that all accidents/incidents are adequately reported and thoroughly investigated
• Manage safety and health inspections, providing inspectors and regulators with appropriate documents and identifying safety measures
• Provide guidance to management to ensure NESCO’s water usage practices do not negatively impact the environment
• Oversee the development of a safety-conscious culture among the workforce
• Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the MD/CEO
• Review and authorize key expenditures/transactions of the Department in line with approved budget
• Perform any other tasks as assigned from time to time by the MD/CEO

Requirements
Minimum Educational & Professional Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its Equivalent Qualification in Engineering, Occupational Health & safety, Arts, Social Science, Environmental Health and Public Health from a recognized tertiary institution.
• An MBA or Masters in a related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Professional certifications in QHSE training from a or membership of relevant institution such as Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria, National Board for Occupational Safety and Health) or any other related body.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of QHSE work experience within the Power Industry five (5) of which should be at a senior Management in a similar corporate services role.

Attributes and Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of international HSSE codes, standards and best practice approved by NERC e.g. ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001
• Extensive knowledge of HSSE Management
• Emergency response management experience
• Strong risk assessment & contingency planning ability
• Ability to perform HSSE training and performance monitoring
• Good fire protection engineering knowledge/experience
• Strong hazard identification and operability knowledge
• Demonstrable strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Application Closing Date
12th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications under confidential Cover Letter, either by mail courier or in person enclosing Copies of Certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of Three (3) Traceable Referees to:
The Managing Director,
Nigerian Electricity Supply Corporation (Nigeria) Limited,
10 Barkin Ladi Road,
P. O. Box 15, Bukuru, Jos South,
Plateau State, Nigeria.
Or
Send Electronic Copies in a single PDF document named [Full Name] – [Job Position] – Application to: info@nesconigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.