Health, Safety & Environment Supervisor

NG - Port Harcourt
Posted Today

Opportunity

Be part of a company that moves the world. At APM Terminals, we’re not just in the business of logistics – we’re transforming it. As a global leader in port operations and management, we drive innovation and efficiency to connect markets and improve supply chains. We're looking for passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, are committed to making a difference, and want to grow alongside us. Join us and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of global trade.

As the Health, Safety, and Environment Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of our employees, maintaining safety standards, and promoting a culture of responsibility and sustainability across our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to shape safety strategies, implement key initiatives, and make a tangible impact on the health and safety of our team.

Why Join Us?

  • Global Reach: Be part of a company shaping global trade.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for development and growth in a dynamic international environment.
  • Diverse Team: Join a team that values collaboration and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work 12-hour shifts (Day/Night).
  • Conduct regular safety audits, maintain compliance databases, and ensure adherence to federal, state, local, and environmental regulations related to health, safety, and the environment.
  • Administer risk management programs by developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for all tasks.
  • Apply problem-solving tools to identify root causes of safety issues and implement effective countermeasures.
  • Ensure daily VM boards are updated, with records stored in TEAMS, and close out observations from Leader-Led Gemba & Critical Control Assessments.
  • Coordinate safety drills, evaluate responses, and implement improvements.
  • Ensure proper induction and safety conformity for all individuals accessing the terminal.
  • Oversee and ensure timely completion of all safety-related training while maintaining compliance with standards and supporting cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct training needs analysis based on operational changes, new systems, or processes, and train and mentor other safety professionals.
  • Accurately capture and maintain key elements of the Terminal Performance Report.
  • Provide timely incident reporting, investigations, and close out all action items.
  • Develop HSE bulletins and maintain up-to-date reporting systems to share insights from incidents.
  • Ensure a robust permit-to-work system for high-risk tasks, including reviewing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Risk Assessments (RAs).
  • Design practical safety approaches to integrate safe behaviors into everyday activities for cross-functional teams.
  • Track and manage prevalent medical conditions at the site clinic, implementing innovative strategies for improving personnel health.
  • Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure a safe and conducive work environment.
  • Support the ongoing development of an HSE culture and best practices, maintain 5S standards, oversee the use and maintenance of the HSE van, and provide mentorship to HSE Officers.
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and time management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and efficiently meet deadlines.

Who we are looking for:

  • A university degree, Higher National Diploma (HND), or its equivalent in Environmental Management, Engineering, or any Health and Safety-related field.
  • At least six (6) years of experience in the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) field, preferably within the oil and gas sector, container industry, or port operations.
  • NEBOSH/IOSH certifications and membership in the International Safety Professionals Organization of Nigeria (ISPON).
  • Strong knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (intermediate skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) along with good analytical abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Must be able to drive and possess a valid driver's license.
  • Strong investigative skills to lead incident investigations, reporting, and follow-up on action items.
  • Effective team leadership skills.
  • Self-motivated, initiative-driven, well-organized, punctual, and persistent.
  • Strong influencing skills, a solid work ethic, and integrity.
  • Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Last Application Date - 13 October 2024

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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

 

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At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace. APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish Maersk Group – a Global Fortune 500 company with about 89,000 employees and offices in 130 countries with global growth opportunities in a range of fields from shipping and energy to our offshore and manufacturing industries - Join us to achieve even your most ambitious career goals!