Health and Safety Officer at The Farm Katsina Limited - NAIJA STICK

Health and Safety Officer at The Farm Katsina Limited

The Farm Katsina Limited is an agricultural and flour mill company that deals in the livestock farming which includes cattle and poultry and maize flour production.

Job Title: Health and Safety Officer

Location: Katsina

Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Developing and implementing safety policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with local laws and regulations.

Ensuring the highest safety compliance standards and a healthy work setting for staff, visitors and vendors.

• Monitoring and staying updated on safety regulations, codes and standards applicable to the industry.
• Supporting emergency preparedness and response efforts, including developing evacuation plans and procedures.
• Investigating accidents, incidents and near-miss events to determine root causes and implementing corrective measures to prevent a recurrence.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote safety initiatives and ensure the integration of safety practices into daily operations.

Establishing and maintaining effective communication channels with external organisations, such as government bodies, safety organisations and insurance.

Required skills and qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in safety, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in a safety-related role, preferably in a flour mill
• Proficiency in safety auditing, inspection and identifying hazards.
• Familiar with compliance with OSHA standards and other relevant safety regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards and best practices.
• Expertise in using and maintaining safety equipment like fire extinguishers, eye protection and hazardous material protection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels.
• Attention to detail and the ability to enforce safety procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of Nigerian safety laws and regulations applicable to the industry.
• Professional certifications, like NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health), IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health), or equivalent.
• A valid driving licence and knowledge of first-aid techniques.

Application Deadline:

1st September, 2025.

How to Apply 

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Application Letter to: thefarmsjob@gmai.com using the job title and location as the subject of the mail.