Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer
Location: Ndola Cement, Zambia Employment Type: Full Time
Description
Responsible for preventing fires, maintaining safety equipment and ensuring buildings comply with fire management plans and programs as approved by DCZL’s management
Responsible for driving the fire tender and maintaining its suitability for operational needs in ensuring fire safety.
Organise and conduct staff training sessions, simulations and community based safety education.
Coordinate and conduct of basic HSE induction exercises for Plant employees, contractors and visitors.
Develop and implement suitable communication materials for fire safety during trainings and drills to ensure fire preparedness.
Conduct safety awareness sessions at periodic HSE refresher trainings.
Conduct hazard risk analyses and maintain compliance with local district safety regulations to ensure the safety of staff and property.
Regularly or periodically check fire alarms, water sprinklers and fire extinguishers to make sure they work well.
Develop emergency plans by writing evacuation plans and run practice safety drill for staff.
Identify hazardous conditions and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and/or use of personal protective equipment.
Assist with accident investigations as required and ensure prompt communication of recommendations to all concerned parties
Support in the execution of approved corrective action to prevent future incidents.
Follow local and national laws and work with fire departments at community, district and institutional levels.
Coordination of response teams, manage the emergency operations centre and take immediate action during active crises to minimise harm.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Education and Work Experience
Diploma / Certificate or its equivalent in Industrial Safety or related discipline.
Certification/ license from recognised fire Institute
Valid driver’s licence
Certificate in First Aid.
Minimum of Six (6) years relevant work experience.
Knowledge of the cement and manufacturing industry.
Adequate knowledge of applicable mining and explosives regulations.
Ability to champion Health & Safety initiatives.
Ability to adequately analyse an incident and proffer valuable solutions.
Good organisational skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.