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Occupational Nurse


Job Location:

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 4-5years
Posted: 14 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were seeking an Occupational Nurse to promote protect and maintain the health and well-being of employees within a manufacturing and operational environment by providing occupational health services emergency medical response first aid treatment workplace health surveillance and preventive healthcare support.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide first aid treatment and immediate medical response for workplace injuries chemical exposure incidents inhalation risks burns cuts and occupational illnesses.
  • Assess employees health conditions and recommend appropriate medical intervention referrals or emergency escalation where necessary.
  • Monitor health risks associated with agrochemical manufacturing pesticide exposure hazardous substances and industrial operations.
  • Manage the company clinic ensuring adequate stocks of medical supplies antidotes first aid kits PPE support items and emergency response equipment.
  • Conduct routine health screenings pre-employment medical checks periodic medical surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments.
  • Support health monitoring programs for employees exposed to chemicals fumes dust and other occupational hazards.
  • Maintain accurate medical records treatment logs incident reports exposure records and confidential employee health documentation.
  • Participate in investigations involving workplace injuries chemical spills occupational illnesses and health-related safety concerns.
  • Coordinate employee wellness programs vaccination drives health awareness campaigns and occupational health education sessions.
  • Collaborate with the HSE team during emergency drills fire drills spill response exercises and workplace safety programs.
  • Ensure compliance with occupational health regulations factory safety standards statutory medical reporting requirements and environmental management practices.
  • Liaise with external hospitals clinics laboratories insurance providers regulatory bodies government agencies and external auditors as required.
  • Promote preventive healthcare practices a proactive safety culture and continuous HSE improvement initiatives.
  • Track corrective actions arising from audits and inspections and ensure contractors and visitors comply with site safety requirements.
  • Adhere strictly to company policies HSE standards medical ethics confidentiality requirements and safe working practices.

Requirements
  • Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) license.
  • . Nursing Occupational Health Nursing certification or a Public Health qualification is an advantage.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as an Occupational Industrial Clinic or Factory Nurse within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in agrochemical pharmaceutical FMCG food processing or industrial manufacturing is strongly preferred.
  • Sound knowledge of occupational health regulations chemical safety protocols workplace hazard management and employee wellness practices.
  • Demonstrated experience handling workplace injuries chemical exposure response emergency care and incident reporting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain medical records and prepare reports.
  • Relevant certifications such as BLS First Aid/CPR Occupational Health Nursing HSE Levels 13 Factory Medical Response Fire Safety and Emergency Response; international certifications including NEBOSH IOSH ACLS and ISO 45001 awareness are advantageous.
  • Strong clinical assessment emergency response communication documentation teamwork problem-solving and time-management skills.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
  • Comprehensive employee wellness and support programs.