Coal Mines HSSE Specialist

📌 ### 📌 Job Role: Mines HSSE Specialist Location: Ankpa, Kogi State, Nigeria Department: Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE) Employment Type: Full‑Time We are seeking a committed and highly skilled Coal Mines HSSE Specialist to champion safety, environmental protection, and risk management across our mining operations. This role is central to ensuring a safe workplace, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of HSSE performance. The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams to embed a strong safety culture and proactively manage risks in a high‑impact industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Implement and monitor HSSE policies, standards, and procedures in line with company, industry, and regulatory requirements. Conduct routine site inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification to prevent incidents and ensure operational safety. Lead incident investigations, root‑cause analyses, and corrective action implementation. Coordinate HSSE training programs for employees, contractors, and site visitors to strengthen awareness and safety competencies. Ensure compliance with environmental management standards, including waste management, emissions control, and land rehabilitation practices. Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident preparedness at mine sites. Maintain accurate HSSE documentation and reporting, ensuring timely submission of compliance reports and performance indicators. Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, and security teams to embed HSSE best practices across all activities. Foster a culture of accountability, safety leadership, and continuous improvement. Monitor contractor HSSE performance and ensure alignment with company expectations. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or ISO 45001/14001 auditor qualifications (added advantage). 10 – 15 years of HSSE experience with 5 years in mining, heavy industry, or similar high‑risk environments. Solid understanding of mining HSSE regulations, emergency response protocols, and risk management methodologies. Strong incident investigation and reporting skills. Excellent communication, training, and stakeholder‑engagement abilities. Key Competencies HSSE Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Incident Investigation & Root‑Cause Analysis Environmental Management Emergency Response Coordination Safety Leadership & Cultural Influence Problem‑Solving & Critical Thinking Strong Documentation & Reporting Skills Why Join Us? Play a central role in protecting people, the environment, and operational integrity. Opportunity to shape and strengthen HSSE culture across our mining operations. Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Work in a dynamic environment with a strong safety‑first mindset.