Head of Department (HOD) – Health, Safety, Setting, and Fire (HSEF)

Location: Nigeria
Reports To: Business Head/CEO
Experience Required: 25+ Years
Industry: [Metal Mining]

Position Overview:

The Head of HSEF is responsible for leading and managing the Health, Safety, Environment, and Fire Protection functions across the Metal & Mining BU. This senior leadership role ensures full compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate HSEF requirements while driving a culture of safety excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement strategic HSEF policies, standards, and systems across all operations.
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international standards.
- Lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses to drive preventive actions.
- Oversee fire safety systems and emergency response preparedness.
- Guide and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of HSEF professionals.
- Conduct regular audits, inspections, and reviews to monitor HSEF performance.
- Prepare and present HSEF performance metrics and improvement plans to senior leadership.
- Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external stakeholders.




- Drive continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices and technological innovations in HSEF.
- Develop and conduct training programs to foster safety awareness and competence across the workforce.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
- NEBOSH IGC / Diploma, IOSH membership, or equivalent certifications.
- Minimum of 25 years of progressive HSEF experience, with at least 5 years in HOD role.
- Extensive experience in high-risk industries such as Oil & Gas, Power, Petrochemicals, or Construction.
- Proven ability to influence organizational culture and drive behavioral safety.
- Strong understanding of fire protection systems, emergency planning, and industrial hygiene.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Competencies:

- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Strong decision-making under pressure
- High-level negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Passion for safety and ethical leadership

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