DEPUTY SAFETY MANAGER AT TINCAN ISLAND CONTAINER TERMINAL LIMITED | SAFETY MANAGER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Tincan Island Container Terminal Limited (TICT), established in 2004, is a multinational company operating in Nigeria with its Terminal located at Tin-can Island Port, Terminal B (2nd Gate), Apapa, Lagos and has its Head Office at 1/3 Point Road, Apapa, Lagos. After a very competitive bidding process, TICT emerged as the concessionaire of Terminal B, Tincan Island Port. Armed with a long-term lease agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria, and an unwavering commitment to continued investment in Port development, we are poised to position ourselves as a key industry player within the African sub-region.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly competent Deputy Safety Manager to support the Safety Manager in the implementation and continuous improvement of our Safety Management Systems. This role is pivotal in maintaining a zero-harm environment across our terminal operations. You will act as a critical bridge between the safety team, operational staff, and contractors, ensuring that day-to-day activities align with international HSE standards and local regulations.

The ideal candidate is a proactive safety leader with deep experience in high-risk industrial environments and a proven ability to influence safety culture at every level of the organization.

Requirements:

Policy Implementation & Risk Management

• Enforcement: Assist in enforcing compliance with terminal safety policies, procedures, and statutory safety regulations.

• Hazard Control: Support the coordination of Hazard Identification, Risk Assessments (HIRA), and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).

• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into incidents and near-misses, conducting root cause analysis and ensuring corrective actions are fully implemented.

• Asset Safety: Monitor the availability and condition of emergency equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Inspections, Audits & Compliance

• Site Oversight: Conduct routine and ad-hoc safety inspections of terminal equipment, operations, and work environments.

• Audit Support: Participate in internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 45001), tracking and supporting the timely closure of corrective actions.

• Contractor Safety: Review contractor safety plans and permits-to-work, ensuring all third parties adhere to the organization’s high safety standards.

Training & Culture Promotion

• Safety Awareness: Support the delivery of safety inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher training for both staff and contractors.

• Emergency Readiness: Participate in the development of emergency response plans and coordinate regular drills to ensure team readiness.

• Engagement: Facilitate weekly HSE engagement meetings and drive safety campaigns to promote a robust safety culture.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Performance Tracking: Prepare incident summaries, safety performance reports, and KPI dashboards for management review.

• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date training records, incident registers, and audit-ready compliance documentation.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: * Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.

• Certifications (Required): * NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is mandatory.

• Certifications (Preferred): * ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, HSE Level 1-3, or equivalent.

  • Membership in professional bodies such as ISPON or IOSH.

• Experience: * 5–7 years of HSE experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

  • Prior experience in ports, terminals, logistics, oil & gas, or manufacturing is highly desirable.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@tict-ng.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.