Health and Safety Officer at Sneakers Home Limited – Kwara, Lagos and Osun

Sneakers Home Limited – We are involved in the real estate sector, which includes but not limited to land acquisition, surveying, home building e.t.c.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health and Safety Officer

Locations: Kwara, Lagos and Osun

Job Description

We are looking for a responsible Health AND Safety Officer to facilitate compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines.
You will provide advice on measures to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations.
You will also be on a constant lookout for violations.

Responsibilities

Support the development of OHS policies and programs
Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures
Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation
Initiate and organize OHStraining of employees and executives
Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc.
Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy
Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.

Requirements

Proven experience as a safety officer
In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures
Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
Outstanding organizational skills
Diligent with great attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
BSc/BA in safety management, engineering or relevant field is preferred
Certificate in occupational health and safety