Job title: HSSE Director – Expatriate
Company: Adexen
Job description: Job description
Job Introduction
Adexen was mandated by a multinational organization to recruit an experienced Expatriate HSSE Director for its operations. The position is based in Lagos.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for establishing HSSE best practice policies, programs and guidelines relevant to the Group business.
- Responsible for leading the development, execution, monitoring and measurement of the group strategic sustainability initiatives.
- Provides a leadership and mentoring role to the management team with a visible and uncompromised commitment to Sustainability and HSSE.
- Promotes and oversees compliance programs on environmental, health and safety, and social issues which are relevant for the Group.
- Manages extensive interface with Group executive management, site operations management, lenders and investors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
- Responsible for the development of the Sustainability Report and other relevant reports
- Develop and drive the execution of the Group long-term Sustainability vision, mission and operating principles and HSSE strategic objectives and controls
- Provide expertise and leadership to Group executives and management, enhancing awareness of Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and HSSE issues likely to have material impact on the Business Unit.
- Maintain an up-to-date perspective on HSSE issues and provide timely input of new developments
- Foster a culture of Sustainability, including a strong Safety attitude, through regular ad-hoc communications and education initiatives
- Develop and maintain Group-related HSSE policies, standards and guidelines.
- Continually review the Business Unit’s HSSE management systems and procedures and amend/improve where required.
- Lead the adoption of best practice HSSE systems, processes and tools across the Business Unit.
- Develop and implement audit programs which accurately measures the overall HSSE compliance and performance of each Group site and provides for collection of representative data and implementation of corrective measures.
- Oversee the investigation of HSSE incidents and accidents and ensure proper mitigation action plans are put in place.
- Lead or participate in incident investigation.
- Ensure HSSE hazards are identified, HSSE Risks assessed, and appropriate actions taken to eliminate, prevent or manage risks to acceptable levels.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Engineering or HSSE related discipline.
- Master’s degree is a plus
- Minimum of 15 years of work experience in relevant industries (eg. chemical / manufacturing / building materials) including relevant project / site operational experience in emerging countries, preferably in Africa.
- Excellent technical knowledge of key HSSE issues, standards (e.g. IFC, World Bank Group and AfDB standards and guidelines) and practices across a spectrum including development projects and operations.
- Up-to-date knowledge of current trends and sectoral challenges pertaining to the area of Sustainability.
- Demonstrated success in improving HSSE performance and establishing best practices across a large multinational organization.
- Possess a sound understanding of HSSE policies and objectives, a sense of personal responsibility and the ability to identify and attach appropriate urgency to the requirements of various HSSE regulations and stakeholder expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results, create value and drive continuous performance improvement.
- Experienced in developing and implementing HSSE policies, plans and Integrated Management Systems according to IFC Performance Standards and ISO14001/ISO45001 international standards.
- In-depth knowledge of HSSE regulations and compliance strategies
- Track record in influencing positive organizational change.
- Significant depth of experience at a senior management level with general oversight of HSSE programs and community and external stakeholder relations.
- Highly analytical, ability to synthesize information and offer recommendations/solutions.
We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.
Industry
Industry & Manufacturing
Job Seniority
Director
Job Category
HSE & Security
Employment Type
Full time
Experience
15 – 20 years
Skills
Reports, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Leadership, Training, Communication, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Auditing, HSE auditing, Industrial Safety, EHS / HSE, Environmental Management, HSE Management Systems
Expected salary:
Location: Lagos, Lagos State
Job date: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 22:36:38 GMT
