Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Work Type: On-site
Job Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Senior-level, minimum 10 years
Deadline: 23 October 2026
About the Company
Caraway is a leading packaged food business in West Africa and a subsidiary of Olam Group Holdings (OGH). The company manufactures and markets quality, affordable and innovative food products that meet evolving consumer needs.
Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Tasty Tom, FreshYo, Pure Bliss, Cherie Noodles, De Rica, OK Pop and NutriSnax.
Caraway's core values include Passion to Win, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Agility, Courage and Resilience, and Collaboration.
About the Opportunity
Caraway is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and oversee environmental, health and safety programmes, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a strong safety culture across its operations.
The successful candidate will support risk management, incident prevention, environmental performance and continuous improvement within the organisation.
What You'll Do
- Implement and monitor EHS policies, procedures and programmes.
- Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments, audits, workplace inspections and incident investigations.
- Drive safety awareness campaigns and employee training initiatives.
- Monitor EHS performance metrics, prepare reports and recommend improvements.
- Liaise with regulatory agencies and ensure timely submission of required reports.
- Lead emergency preparedness and response programmes.
- Promote a workplace culture focused on safety, accountability and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Core Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of EHS experience, preferably in the FMCG or manufacturing sector.
Technical Skills and Certifications
- Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, HSE Level 3 or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor.
- Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, industry standards, risk assessment, incident investigation and compliance management.
- Experience implementing EHS policies, conducting audits, delivering safety training, managing emergency response and overseeing environmental management programmes.
Professional Strengths
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and reporting abilities.
- Effective stakeholder-management skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application and CV to vacancy@olamnet.com.
Email subject: Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Application deadline: 23 October 2026.
Applicants should ensure their CV clearly demonstrates relevant EHS leadership experience, regulatory compliance expertise, and applicable professional certifications.