As industries across Africa and beyond ramp up efforts to comply with safety regulations and promote healthier work environments, the demand for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) professionals continues to surge.
Several third-party recruiters are currently seeking qualified HSE personnel for a wide range of roles, from junior-level safety officers to senior HSE managers. These opportunities span sectors including construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, logistics, and telecommunications — a testament to how central safety management has become in business operations today.
This growing wave of recruitment highlights the expanding recognition of HSE’s role in preventing workplace incidents, minimizing environmental impact, and aligning with both local and international safety standards.
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- Job Opening: Principal, Operational Risk at Cellulant Nigeria Ltd
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Cellulant, a leading payments and fintech company in Africa, is hiring for the position of Principal, Operational Risk. This key role is responsible for managing financial and non-financial risks across the organization, ensuring robust enterprise risk frameworks and strategies are in place.
The ideal candidate will work closely with various business units to identify, monitor, and mitigate risks — including credit, market, operational, and technology-related exposures. The role also covers risk governance, internal controls, and data protection, aligning all efforts with global best practices and regulatory expectations.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Technology, Law, or related field
- At least 8 years’ experience in Risk and Assurance roles
- Familiarity with risk frameworks (COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO)
- Experience in fintech, payments, or financial services preferred
- Strong skills in reporting, communication, and enterprise risk culture development
Added Advantage:
Experience in Internal Audit, Business Continuity, Data Protection, and ISO certification.
Application Deadline: Not Specified.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via Cellulant’s official recruitment platform.
2. Job Opening: HSSEQ Officer at Terra Energy Services Nigeria Limited
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Terra Energy Services, a leading indigenous oil and gas engineering firm, is currently hiring for the role of Health, Safety, Security, Environmental, and Quality (HSSEQ) Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with HSSEQ standards and regulations across company operations.
This position is ideal for an experienced professional with over 5 years in the oil and gas sector, capable of driving workplace safety, managing risk assessments, leading audits, and ensuring strict adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or Safety Management
- Minimum of 5 years’ HSSEQ experience in energy or infrastructure sectors
- NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid certification
- ISO Lead Auditor certifications (45001/14001/9001) is a strong plus
- Strong knowledge of HSSEQ documentation, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance
Role Highlights:
- Lead HSSEQ trainings, emergency drills, and awareness programs
- Conduct audits, incident investigations, and hazard analysis
- Monitor contractor activities and ensure safety across project sites
- Prepare environmental reports and manage compliance with safety procedures
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant certifications to: [email protected] using the job title as the email subject.
3. Job Opening: Senior Compliance Officer at Flex Finance
Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Flex Finance, Africa’s leading spend management platform, is seeking a qualified Senior Compliance Officer to lead regulatory and internal compliance efforts across its operations in Nigeria. This role is vital to ensuring that company activities align with applicable laws, standards, and risk controls in the financial and fintech sectors.
The ideal candidate should possess at least 5 years of hands-on compliance experience and demonstrate strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks from CBN, NDIC, SEC, and NITDA. The position requires a proactive individual capable of overseeing audits, liaising with regulators, and ensuring company-wide adherence to legal obligations.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years’ experience in compliance within fintech, banking, insurance, or similar regulated environments
- Familiarity with Nigerian regulatory bodies and statutory requirements
- Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, CCEP, or equivalent are an advantage
Role Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage internal compliance frameworks
- Conduct audits, risk assessments, and training sessions
- Maintain compliance records and report to management
- Liaise with regulators and handle incident investigations
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and growth opportunities
- Flexible hybrid work structure
- Exposure to a dynamic fintech environment
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should apply via the official Flex Finance recruitment portal.
4. Job Opening: Health, Safety and Environment Officer at Max Drive
Location: Gwagwalada, Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Max Drive, a leading mobility technology company committed to making African transportation safe and efficient, is recruiting a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer to oversee safety initiatives across its Abuja operations.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in occupational safety, with solid understanding of Nigeria’s HSE laws and practical skills in risk assessments, audits, and workplace inspections.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing and enforcing HSE policies and safety programs
- Conducting safety checks, site audits, and toolbox talks
- Preparing weekly and monthly HSE statistics and reports
- Investigating incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions
- Coordinating Permit-to-Work (PTW) and site-specific inductions
- Leading safety committee and first-aid readiness activities
- Monitoring regulatory compliance and employee adherence to safety protocols
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field
- NEBOSH IGC certification or equivalent
- At least 2 years of relevant HSE experience
- Familiarity with OSHA, Nigeria Factory Act, and workplace hazard controls
- Strong communication, leadership, and investigative skills
- Willingness to travel across Nigeria as needed
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply through the official Max Drive recruitment portal.
5. Loss Prevention Officer at Four Points by Sheraton – Marriott International
Location: Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom
Job Type: Full-time
Career Area: Loss Prevention & Security
Marriott International, a global leader in the hospitality industry, is seeking a Loss Prevention Officer to join its team at Four Points by Sheraton, Ikot Ekpene. The role focuses on maintaining safety and protecting property, guests, and staff through proactive surveillance and incident response.
Key Duties:
- Patrol hotel premises and assist guests with room access
- Monitor CCTV, alarm systems, and fire safety equipment
- Conduct hazard inspections and report security-related incidents
- Provide first aid/CPR and coordinate emergency responses
- Investigate disturbances, theft, or accidents
- Prepare incident reports and maintain confidentiality
- Enforce hotel policies while upholding professionalism
- Escort unauthorized individuals from premises as required
Candidate Profile:
- Minimum of SSCE or G.E.D. equivalent
- No prior experience required
- Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Able to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
- Willingness to work flexible shifts and follow procedures
- No supervisory experience or special license required
Application:
Interested candidates should apply through the official Marriott careers platform.
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