CLEMENT GAINS GINIKA

HSE Officer | Safety & Environmental Compliance Specialist
Lagos, NG.

About

Results-driven HSE Officer with over 3 years of experience developing, implementing, and monitoring occupational health, safety, and environmental programs. Proven ability to ensure full compliance with local and international safety regulations, minimize workplace hazards, and cultivate a robust safety culture. Leverages strong leadership and analytical skills to drive significant improvements in operational safety and environmental performance, positioning for impactful roles in safety and environmental compliance.

Work

ALCON NIGERIA LIMITED
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Health Safety and Environmental Officer (HSE)/Office Administrator

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Spearheaded the development, implementation, and monitoring of comprehensive occupational health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure regulatory compliance and foster a proactive safety culture across construction sites.

Highlights

Implemented robust safety policies and regulations on construction sites, significantly improving compliance with OSHA, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards and reducing potential incident rates by proactively evaluating hazards.

Led comprehensive incident investigations for workplace accidents and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to mitigate future risks and enhance safety protocols.

Conducted over 30 regular safety inductions for new hires, contractors, and visitors, and organized 10+ ongoing training sessions on PPE usage and fire safety, enhancing overall safety awareness and compliance for over 100 personnel.

Managed the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system, ensuring 100% compliance with operational safety procedures through meticulous updates and proactive hazard evaluations, preventing safety breaches.

Maintained meticulous records of safety logs, incident reports, and inspection findings, preparing monthly HSE performance metrics for executive leadership to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

GLOPATH NIGERIA LIMITED, CMRG PLC, MILWARD BROWN NIG. LTD., IPSOS, HDI LIMITED, KANTAR TNS
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Lead Market Researcher

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Directed diverse market research projects across Nigeria, overseeing end-to-end data collection, rigorous analysis, and strategic development for multiple high-profile clients.

Highlights

Led and executed over 20 diverse market survey projects across Nigeria, providing comprehensive data collection and analysis for multiple clients including IPSOS and Kantar TNS, driving informed decision-making.

Coordinated and motivated research teams of 5-10 members, ensuring the collection of accurate and reliable data through advanced market research tools and techniques, improving data integrity by 15%.

Developed data-driven marketing strategies and presented actionable insights to key stakeholders, directly influencing business development and enhancing brand positioning for client organizations.

Monitored and forecasted marketing and sales trends, delivering critical intelligence that informed strategic planning and improved market responsiveness by up to 20%.

Contributed to the comprehensive development of marketing plans, significantly enhancing brand visibility and engagement for various organizations through targeted insights.

Education

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
Nigeria

B.Sc.

Public Administration

Grade: 2:1

Anointed Gates High School
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

SSCE

Saint Savior High School
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

JSSCE

Languages

English

Skills

HSE Management & Compliance

Safety Protocols, OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, Compliance Management, Risk Assessment, Hazard Mitigation, Incident Investigation (CAPA), Permit-to-Work (PTW), Safety Audits, Environmental Management, Waste Management, Emissions Monitoring, Energy Consumption Reduction, Safety Training & Onboarding, PPE Usage, Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials Management, Safety Culture Promotion.

Technical Knowledge

Local Safety Legislation, Workers' Compensation Protocols, Environmental Laws, HSE Management Software, Data Analysis, MS Office Suite.

Leadership & Communication

Leadership, Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Influencing Behavior, Effective Written & Verbal Communication, Report Writing, Policy Drafting, Stakeholder Communication.

Problem Solving & Organization

Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Crisis Management, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Data Analytics, Cognitive Flexibility, Pressure Management.

Interests

Professional Development

Research, Knowledge Acquisition, Informative Analysis.