About the Role
SC Johnson is seeking an experienced and dedicated Associate Manager - SHE to lead site-level implementation of our Safety, Health, and Environmental programs in Nigeria. In this critical role, you will ensure full compliance with local regulatory requirements and global SCJ standards, providing hands-on technical leadership to manage risks in high-hazard chemical and aerosol manufacturing operations. You will collaborate closely with site leadership to foster a culture of continuous improvement, operational risk reduction, and proactive safety ownership across all teams.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure full site compliance with Nigerian SHE legislation, regulatory permits, statutory inspections, and accurate reporting.
- Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of SCJ global SHE standards and operational controls.
- Manage process safety for aerosol and high-hazard chemical operations, focusing on flammable materials and explosion prevention.
- Coordinate Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), operational risk assessments, and the closure of identified compliance gaps.
- Partner with Engineering to guarantee SHE-critical equipment is properly inspected, maintained, and verified.
- Lead incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and the effective management of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Maintain an active shop-floor presence to drive behavioral safety, contractor compliance, and employee training.
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive SHE experience within manufacturing, FMCG, or high-hazard operations.
- Strong working knowledge of Nigerian SHE regulations, statutory permits, and safety management systems.
- Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, ISPON, CSP, or equivalent are highly preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM), HAZOP, and ISO standards.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Competitive salary package and comprehensive medical benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and global career development.
- Work with a purpose-driven, family-owned global leader committed to sustainability and workplace excellence.