Lead QHSE Officer at Starzs Investment Co. Ltd. (2024-02 – 2026-03)
Lead QHSE function for a marine and engineering company operating vessels and offshore support craft across the Niger Delta. Responsible for full regulatory compliance with ISM Code, SOLAS, and Nigerian NIMASA requirements, as well as shore-based construction and engineering site safety.
- Reduced incident rates by 55% through implementation of an improved safety observation reporting system and proactive close-out engagement.
- Boosted safety observation reporting by 25% through an improved mobile report system, weekly workforce safety campaigns and proactive policy enforcement, resulting in earlier hazard identification and risk mitigation.
- Increased PPE compliance by 35% by combining structured onsite monitoring with CCTV-based tracking and implementing a consequence framework for non-compliance.
- Championed a safety leadership culture by empowering non-HSE department heads to lead safety moments and conduct peer-to-peer observations, improving organisation-wide HSE engagement.
- Reduced near-miss incidents by implementing a structured near-miss reporting system with no-blame policy, increasing reporting rates and enabling proactive corrective actions.
- Led gap analysis and update of company SMS documentation in line with ISM Code requirements, ensuring readiness for Port State Control (PSC) and Flag State inspections.
- Coordinate and monitor QHSE compliance across marine, offshore support vessel, and engineering site operations in accordance with company policies and ISM Code requirements.
- Conduct formal risk assessments, HAZID, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for vessel operations, cargo handling, lifting operations, hot work, and confined space entry.
- Review, update, and implement the Safety Management System (SMS) including emergency response plans, oil spill contingency plans, and vessel-specific procedures.
- Manage Permit to Work (PTW) system for high-risk activities including hot work, confined space entry, working at height, diving operations, and electrical isolation.
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate emergency response drills (fire, man-overboard, abandon ship, oil spill) in line with SOLAS and company SMS requirements.
- Compile and submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly QHSE performance reports including leading/lagging indicator KPIs to senior management.
- Support internal and external audits (ISO, ISM, ISPS, MLC 2006) and act as primary contact during Port State Control (PSC) inspections and Flag State audits.
- Facilitate toolbox talks, vessel safety briefings, shore-based safety inductions, and specialised HSE training for crew and site personnel.
- Conduct incident and near-miss investigations using root cause analysis (RCA/5-Why methodology), preparing investigation reports and tracking corrective actions to closure.
- Liaise with Nigerian regulatory bodies (NIMASA, DPR/NUPRC, NOSDRA) to ensure compliance with local maritime and environmental regulations.
- Manage environmental compliance including waste management, bilge water disposal, exhaust emissions monitoring, and MARPOL compliance documentation.
- Enforce Stop Work Authority (SWA) culture; conduct behavioural safety observations and provide structured feedback to personnel and supervisors.
- Oversee contractor and third-party HSE prequalification, onboarding, and ongoing performance monitoring for subcontractors working on vessels and sites.
Quality Control & HSE Officer at Meridian Hospitals Ltd. (2023-10 – 2024-02)
Managed quality assurance, patient safety, and occupational health & safety compliance for a multi-department private hospital, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001:2015 QMS standards, Nigerian healthcare regulations, and internal SOPs.
- Increased patient feedback engagement by 15% through installation of suggestion boxes and prominent display of key patient satisfaction metrics, enabling data-driven service improvements.
- Enhanced SOP adherence for emergency treatment protocols by posting laminated step-by-step procedures at critical workstations, reducing deviation incidents across clinical teams.
- Improved facility compliance score through a structured programme of quarterly equipment inspections, environmental safety audits, and corrective action tracking.
- Supported successful ISO 9001:2015 surveillance audit with zero major non-conformances by ensuring all documentation was current, complete, and audit-ready.
- Monitored healthcare delivery processes to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted quality audits, HSE inspections, and compliance checks across clinical departments, laboratories, pharmacy, and administrative areas.
- Identified operational and patient safety risks and recommended corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) tracked through to closure.
- Reviewed hospital facilities and equipment for compliance with safety regulations, fire safety codes, and medical equipment standards.
- Supported incident reporting, adverse event investigation, and documentation in compliance with facility and national healthcare reporting frameworks.
- Promoted HSE awareness and occupational health compliance among staff through routine monitoring, toolbox talks, and HSE notice campaigns.
HSE Officer / Trainee at Marana Global Ltd. (2022-10 – 2023-09)
Supported HSE operations for an engineering and services company, providing ground-level safety monitoring, documentation, and compliance support for site-based projects.
- Assisted in implementing HSE policies, site safety rules, and regulatory compliance procedures across active project sites.
- Supported hazard identification, workplace inspections, and safety observations, contributing to reduction of unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
- Participated in safety briefings, new employee inductions, and daily toolbox talks to reinforce safe work behaviours.
- Assisted with incident documentation, near-miss reporting, and maintenance of HSE records and registers.
- Monitored use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforced compliance with site rules and Life-Saving Rules (LSRs).
