About this role
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Supervisor
Location: Apapa, Lagos
Job Purpose
- To support FOPS’ commitment to improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance by implementing HSE objectives and ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements, with the aim of preventing injuries and maintaining a safe working environment.
The Job
- Conduct regular site and safety audits, including inspections of material-handling equipment, while maintaining accurate records of findings and preparing reports with recommendations to ensure policies and procedures are properly implemented.
- Inspect the facility to identify potential accident risks, fire outbreaks, and safety hazards, and report them promptly.
- Monitor factory operations to ensure the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), communicate corrective actions where deviations exist, and provide adequate PPE along with proper storage facilities for workers.
- Ensure safe work practices in compliance with legislation by implementing a strict work permit system for all non-routine and hazardous tasks, issuing work permits as required, and preparing weekly HSE reports, including contractors forecasts and work permit records.
- Carry out safety inductions for staff, guide employees on maintaining a safe work environment and ethical safety practices, conduct regular toolbox talks and safety pep talks, and ensure follow-up on safety engagement index parameters.
Qualification
- OND in a Science related discipline.
- Certification in General Health, Safety and Environment (HSE Level 2 and 3) is required.
Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years' cognate experience in manufacturing or FMCG industry.
- Basic training in safety procedures, such as fire safety.
The Person Must:
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have strong reporting skills
- Possess a good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation management systems.
- Have practical knowledge of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and hygiene control programs.
- Be able to work under minimal supervision.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.