Senior Environmental Specialist
Dangote
- Lagos, Lagos State
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Identify and gain understanding of the environmental issues impacting the DPRP, its products, suppliers, contractors, and the broader industry. Develop appropriate plans to address these issues.
- Ensure the environmental attributes of suppliers and products align with Dangote's policy commitments and other relevant requirements. This includes occasional supplier visits.
- Collaborate with other departments and functions (e.g., Operations, Marine, Engineering, HR & Admin, Security, Risk Management) to maximize commercial advantage from the environmental attributes of products and services.
- Provide necessary assistance and guidance to contractors and end-users, including regular customer visits.
- Work in cooperation with existing communications channels to create PR/communications related to the Group's environmental activities. This includes internal and external communications, such as articles or comments in the press, managing environmental content on the website, and paper-based publications.
- Develop and maintain relevant environmental management systems/certifications, etc.
- Coordinate the vendor sourcing and selection process.
- Design and deliver environmental training for Dangote staff, contractors, and other relevant individuals.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including environmental groups and PaperlinX.
- Provide input into the development of broader sustainability/Social Performance/CSR policies across the Dangote BUs.
- Take primary responsibility for coordinating the response to an environmental crisis.
- Perform any other duties as required by the Head of Department.
- Working with HSSE Team to:
- Prepare EMS reports for the Dangote Refinery Leadership Team, external stakeholders, and incorporate any recommendations or comments arising from the report review.
- Work closely with respective plants/teams to implement the appropriate Environmental Management Strategy. Maintain ongoing interaction with Refinery HSE colleagues to ensure Group HSSE alignment and sharing of best practices and learnings.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in science, engineering, or an environmental-related discipline is required, with a preference for candidates with an advanced degree.
- Membership in the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment or its equivalent, or membership in an internationally recognized environmental professional body, is desirable.
- Minimum 8 - 10 years of experience in Environment Management, including at least 6 years in a supervisory position
- Proficiency in Environment Management Systems, Environmental Discharges, Incident Investigation, HSE Auditing Techniques, and more
- Hands-on expertise dealing with environmental issues
- Previous experience collaborating with contractors
- Collaborative work experience across multiple sites and functions
- Prior experience working with suppliers
- Proven ability to create effective PR/communications
- Background in the manufacturing industry
- Ability to manage projects within given budgets
- Experience interacting with the press and environmental groups
- Strong familiarity with various environmental concerns, specifically those relevant to the paper industry.
- Proficient comprehension of the business environment.
- Understanding of the structure and offerings of the Manufacturing / Oil & Gas industry.
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Training & Development