LERENG CHIROMA EMMANUEL
Lagos
Summary
Results-driven Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHS&E) professional with 10+ years of experience in high-risk industrial environments. Proven expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, incident investigation, and safety leadership. NEBOSH-certified and ISO 45001 Lead Auditor with a strong track record of improving safety culture, reducing incidents, and ensuring environmental compliance. Seeking leverage leadership and technical expertise in an OHS&E Manager role.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSE Officer
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc
Lagos
09.2016 - Current
- Lead implementation of occupational health, safety, and environmental policies across transport operations.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with Nigerian regulations and international standards.
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Deliver safety inductions and continuous training to staff.
- Manage waste, pollution control, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
- Monitor occupational health risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Welfare Officer
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc
Lagos
09.2016 - 01.2020
- Managed staff welfare programs and coordinated healthcare services with HMOs.
- Conducted medical screenings and implemented workplace health programs.
- Supervised hygiene standards in canteen, laundry, and facility operations.
Environmental Health Tutor
Taraba State
NYSC Environmental Health Tutor
Sokoto State
Industrial Trainee
Crown Flour Mill Ltd
Apapa
Auxiliary Nurse
Ahmadiyya Muslim Hospital
Lagos
Education
HND - Environmental Health Technology
College of Health Technology
Takum01.2014
ND - Environmental Health Technology
College of Health Technology
Takum01.2011
Skills
- OHS&E Management Systems
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Control
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance & Auditing
- Environmental Management & Pollution Control
- Safety Training & Workforce Development
- Emergency Response & First Aid
- Documentation, Reporting & Data Analysis
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Excellent team collaboration
- Advanced reporting and documentation
Certification
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor (CQI/IRCA), 2025-01-01
- NEBOSH International General Certificate, 2024-01-01
- ISPON HSE Level 3 Certification
- Licensed Environmental Health Professional (EHO/9639)
Accomplishments
- Reduced workplace incidents by over 25% through improved safety training and enforcement.
- Achieved 100% compliance with internal and regulatory HSE audits.
- Trained over 600 staff on HSE practices, improving safety awareness and behavior.
- Trained over 700 Truck drivers on defensive driving.
- Successfully led incident investigations, reducing repeat occurrences.
- Improved waste management efficiency and environmental compliance across operations.
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lereng-chiroma-a7816413b
Languages
English
Beginner
A1
Timeline
HSE Officer
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc
09.2016 - Current
Welfare Officer
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc
09.2016 - 01.2020
Environmental Health Tutor
NYSC Environmental Health Tutor
Industrial Trainee
Crown Flour Mill Ltd
Auxiliary Nurse
Ahmadiyya Muslim Hospital
HND - Environmental Health Technology
College of Health Technology
ND - Environmental Health Technology
College of Health Technology