Safety Manager

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: ₦ 1000000 - 1000000

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title - Safety Manager

Location - Ikoyi Lagos

Our client is a major West African company that specializes in large-scale building and construction projects with a particular focus on mechanical and electrical systems across the continent.

They are seeking a rigorous and proactive Safety Manager to lead the Health Safety and Environment (HSE) department. This role is designed for a vigilant leader who balances technical safety knowledge with the ability to influence behavior and maintain a "Safety First" culture across complex engineering sites. You will be the custodian of workplace safety ensuring every technician and engineer returns home safely while maintaining strict compliance with local and international standards.

The ideal candidate must be an expert in hazard identification and risk control particularly within the mechanical and electrical (M&E) and construction sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Design implement and update comprehensive safety policies and emergency response plans tailored to M&E and construction site activities.
Conduct regular site audits and risk assessments to identify hazards; implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness.
Ensure all operations meet Nigerian statutory requirements and international safety standards such as OSHA and NIOSH.
Lead the investigation of all near-misses and accidents identifying causes and preparing detailed reports for senior management.
Organize and facilitate safety induction and specialized training (e.g. working at heights electrical safety) for all staff and subcontractors.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
Must hold relevant professional certifications (e.g. NIOSH OSHA or NEBOSH IGC).
Minimum of 8 years of dedicated experience in construction safety management.
Deep knowledge of safety regulations and hazard control measures specific to mechanical and electrical systems.
Proven ability to manage safety teams and influence site managers to prioritize HSE protocols in a high-pressure environment.

Benefits

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Job Title - Safety Manager Location - Ikoyi LagosOur client is a major West African company that specializes in large-scale building and construction projects with a particular focus on mechanical and electrical systems across the continent.They are seeking a rigorous and proactive Safety Manager to...