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: Emergency Response Coordinator

Location: Ndola Cement, Zambia

Responsibilties

• Participate in planning, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive occupational crisis prevention, disaster response and safety recovery training and programs as approved by DCZL’s management
• Responsible for emergency planning that is design, update and implement comprehensive disaster response, evacuation and hazard mitigation plans.
• 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 suitable communication materials for safety trainings and drills.
• 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.
• Act as a Liaison officer by communicating and partnering with local authorities, police, fire departments and relief organisations.
• 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.
• Administer random and post-accident testing programs and ensure accurate and complete documentation of results/ findings
• Collect, analyse and maintain data essential for effective safety programs.
• Coordination of response teams, manage the emergency operations centre and take immediate action during active crises to minimise harm.
• Prepare budget requirements and monitor expenditures in the unit.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Head, Plant HSE.

Education and Work Experience

• Diploma 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 Ten (10) years relevant work experience.
• Adequate 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.
• Excellent leadership, management and organisational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.