Resident Medical Officer at Eyop Industries Limited

Eyop Industries Limited is a subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited, Singapore, one of Asia’s leading agribusiness groups. Incorporated on 26 June 2012, Eyop Industries Limited has established itself as a major player in Nigeria’s palm oil industry. The company operates an integrated oil palm project in Cross River State, Nigeria, covering over 34,000 hectares of plantations and a state-of-the-art palm oil mill. It stands as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s palm oil sector, combining large-scale plantation management with advanced processing facilities, and contributing to both local and global agribusiness growth.We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of employee health, safety, and wellbeing through the provision of quality healthcare services to our employees, their dependents, and host communities. We are seeking a highly competent, experienced, and dedicated Resident Medical Officer (RMO) to join our Medical Services Department at Ibad Estate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Resident Medical Officer

Location: Aningeje, Akamkpa Local Government Area, Cross River
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Resident Medical Officer is responsible for providing comprehensive medical care, emergency response services, occupational health support, and preventive healthcare programs for employees, their dependents, and other authorized patients.
• The incumbent will ensure high-quality clinical services, regulatory compliance, accurate medical documentation, and effective implementation of workplace health and safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Patient Management:

• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Conduct medical consultations, physical examinations, and health assessments.
• Prescribe medications and treatment plans in accordance with applicable medical regulations and ethical standards.
• Perform minor surgical procedures and other approved clinical interventions.
• Provide emergency medical care and stabilize patients requiring urgent treatment or referral.
• Coordinate patient referrals to specialist healthcare facilities when necessary.

Occupational Health and Workplace Wellness:

• Implement occupational health programs and workplace health initiatives.
• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, return-to-work, and fitness-for-duty medical examinations.
• Advise management on occupational health risks and preventive measures.
• Participate in disease surveillance, outbreak prevention, and health promotion campaigns.
• Support implementation of health-related aspects of company HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies.

Medical Records and Regulatory Compliance:

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date patient medical records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable medical, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor medication usage and maintain proper drug administration practices.
• Prepare periodic medical reports and healthcare statistics for management review.
• Maintain compliance with relevant Nigerian healthcare regulations and professional standards.

Emergency Preparedness and Health & Safety:

• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and workplace emergency response activities.
• Provide medical support during emergencies, accidents, and health-related incidents.
• Collaborate with HSE personnel to investigate workplace injuries and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise management on healthcare regulations, public health issues, disease prevention, and workplace safety matters.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with nurses, pharmacists, laboratory personnel, HSE teams, and external healthcare providers.
• Provide health education and medical counseling to employees and patients.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Experience
Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MB BCh, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of Housemanship and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.

Professional Certification:

• Current practicing Licence issued by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Registration with relevant professional bodies.
• Additional certifications in Occupational Health, Emergency Medicine, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), or related specialties will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years' post-qualification clinical experience.
• Experience in occupational healthcare, industrial healthcare, plantation healthcare, hospital practice, or community healthcare will be an added advantage.

Age Requirements:

• Preferably between 27 and 45 years.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Technical Competencies:

• Strong diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills.
• Excellent emergency response and critical care abilities.
• Ability to perform minor surgical procedures and medical interventions.
• Sound knowledge of pharmacology, medication dispensing, and drug administration practices.
• Knowledge of occupational health and workplace safety regulations.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate medical records and reports.
• Good computer literacy and familiarity with electronic medical record systems.

Behavioural Competencies:

• High level of integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with collaborative working style.
• Self-motivated, resilient, and results-driven.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care and service excellence.

Physical and Medical Requirements:

• Mentally and physically fit to perform the duties of the position.

What We Offer

• Salary: N900,000 - N1,000,000 per month.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a leading agribusiness organization.
• Accommodation and other applicable benefits in accordance with company policy.

Application Closing Date
17th July, 2026. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), Application Letters and other relevant documents / credentials to: solomon.akperiojire@ng.wilmar-intl.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Hand-deliver Applications to:
The Plantation Head,
Eyop Industries Limited, Ibad Estate,
Aningeje, Akamkpa Local Government Area,
Cross River State.

Note: Eyop Industries Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.