Reports To: Manager - Safety

Division: Human Resources

Mission:
To ensure the effective management of risk while identifying, implementing, monitoring, and ensuring control for mitigating hazards
To ensure the MTNN safety systems and processes are in compliance with relevant applicable laws and requirements
To ensure the safety of all persons, company assets, and the reputation of the company within the safety space

Description:
Advice and support MTN Regional Management and Staff on results from audits and risk assessments related to the following areas: work areas, operations, critical jobs, and critical tasks to ensure a safe working environment at all times.
Conduct regular safety, health, and environmental (SHE) surveillance to identify hazards and actively prevent incidents.
Develop and review SHE-specific targets for regional operations in line with the MTN SHE annual plan and evaluate contractor SHE performance for the region.
Co-ordinate SHE Audits on MTN Facilities and BTS Sites and Partners (e.g., MTNN-approved hotels) and contractor sites to monitor compliance with approved SHE standards and/or relevant local and international legislation and co-ordinate pre-mobilization audits for clients within the area of coverage.
Participate actively through the provision of advice and support during the regional incident investigation to establish the root cause, cascade lateral learnings, and make recommendations to minimize re-occurrence.
Monitor MTNN contractors on SHE issues and ensure compliance with MTNN SHE policy requirements.
Produce a weekly performance report on the regional SHE activities to support the overall SHE objectives and a quarterly regional performance report.
Participate in the development and review of SHE processes and procedures by ensuring that documentation is done in line with the best practices and standards.
Oversee and coordinate all activities of direct reports, and ensure all transactions and administrative documentation are recorded and available for business use.
Ensure timely resolution of all applicable or relevant internal concerns within scope.
Education:
A first degree in any of the sciences, engineering, arts, or humanities
An MSc or MBA in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Experience:
3–7 years of relevant experience in SHE management and coordination
Membership in the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON) or any other recognized HSE organization
Experience working in a medium organization
Experience in Professional Safety, Health, and Environment Functions, with good exposure to and level of experience in HSE
Proficient in MS Office applications and other Microsoft tools
Ability to use and understand SHE software tools and applications and apply them to work