Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) Specialist at - DP World

Posted on Mon 27th Apr, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

DP World - We exist to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,100 employees spanning 74 countries on six continents. We are pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses - Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) Specialist

Location: Enugu

Job Function

  • The Specialist - SHERQ holds direct authority to assist the transport operations in meeting SOTIF (Safe, On Time, In Full) objectives alongside QHSE Department goals.
  • Working under the Manager SHERQ's supervision, the SHERQ Specialist advocates for and ensures adherence to standards and procedures within the Transport Operations Business Unit.

Key Performance Areas
Advocate for QHSE:

  • Through the execution of yearly Real-Time Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (RT QHSE) plans and initiatives (such as monthly QHSE meetings with drivers, toolbox talks, safety assemblies, training plans, etc.) at this site.
  • Consistently involving employees and contractors in proactive QHSE discussions, disseminating insights gleaned from incidents (LFIs) to enhance collective learning.

QHSE Performance measurement, monitoring and reporting:

  • Use the approved reporting templates to collate and report to the SHERQ Manager the following:
    • Defensive Driving competence of drivers
    • Driver Medical Fitness to Work
    • QHSE Meetings with Drivers
    • Consequences Management
    • Road Transport Safety Policy
    • QHSE Performance Reviews
    • Any other required QHSE report
  • Conduct compliance checks/ inspection to identify sub-standard practice/ acts, conditions and equipment and recommend actions to reduce their risk levels:
    • Initiate Non-Compliance Reporting of incidents and violations, including consequences management (wilful damage and safety reward programme) where applicable, to their conclusion.
    • Assist the SHERQ Manager in conducting Road Transport compliance spot checks and QHSE audits.
    • Maintain an updated registry documenting the fitness-to-work status of drivers. Conduct routine inspections to ensure that only drivers equipped with necessary training, suitable conduct, medical fitness, etc., are assigned to drive trucks.
    • Aid the Senior Fleet Controller in promptly addressing recorded risks from the hazard register within the supported business.

Other HSE Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular inspections, risk assessments, and audits to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective/preventive measures in line with QHSE standards in the business.
  • Collaborate with operational teams to provide guidance on HSE best practices, promoting a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.
  • Monitor and investigate incidents, accidents, or near-misses, and provide recommendations for improvement to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Manage training programs on HSE topics, ensuring that employees are adequately trained to perform their duties safely.

Qualifications Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in health and safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or related discipline
  • BSC/ HND Certificate in any Science Course

Experience and Skills Required:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in HSE, Vehicle/Fleet Management, within the transportation or logistics sector
  • Transport and Logistics
  • Warehouse
  • Freight Forwarding
  • Manufacturing
  • Experience in advocating for and ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online