Lead Environmental Specialist

• Oct 2021 - Present

• Working closely with the Managing Director, to strengthen key environmental sustainability performance and to achieve set organization environmental objectives. • Preparing technical environmental clearance activities reports including environmental impact assessment (EIA), environmental compliance monitoring, environmental audits (EA), etc., following standard sampling and reporting protocols and planning for regulatory submission and project progress reviews. • Liaising with regulatory bodies on a broad range of technical issues related to environmental management. • Conducting training for staff at all levels according to developed policies and programs. • Monitoring and supervising environmental sustainability projects and initiatives and coordinating continuous environmental risk surveillance of all environmental parameters (land, air, and water). • Ensuring projects and related environmental clearance activity reports are prepared in line with regulatory standards and project requirements are met in a timely and effective manner. • Determining and developing best methodology and technical approaches for conducting analysis in fieldwork; sets up test equipment as necessary to obtain scientific data. • Examining and evaluating the present and future potential environmental effects and providing technical-scientific support on environmental issues to clients relating to the planning, design, construction, and operation of projects. • Coordinating the preparation of applications and supporting documents for local, state, and federal environmental permits as well as other regulatory compliance laws and regulations. • Directing and monitoring environmental project management activities, including task delegation and direction, subcontractor management, health & safety protocol management, quality review of deliverables, and interaction with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders on environmental sustainability issues. Show less

Program Officer, Environment, Extractives, and Energy

• Oct 2020 - Oct 2021

Environmental Coordinator

• Oct 2018 - Apr 2020

• Achieved Zero Litigation and zero community downtime as a result of pro-active stakeholder engagement at sites through the provision of Corporate Environmental Sustainability Advisory to Nestoil Limited (EPCC) and the other Group • Successfully coordinated and delivered monthly environmental awareness campaigns for eighteen months. • Complied with federal and state regulatory agencies (FMEnv, NESREA, DPR, NIWA, NIMASA, SMEnvs) through accurate and timely submission of required reports thereby prevented penalties and fines. • Championed & led implementation/certification of B&Q Dredging (affiliate of Nestoil) to ISO 14001:2015. • Coordinated and supervised over fifty Environmental Projects to completion including EIA, ESIA, PIA, EAR, Compliance Audits, Pollution Prevention Initiatives, and Environmental Improvement Programmes (climate change). • Developed and implemented environmental policies, procedures, and programs that ensured business continuity and promoted sustainable development. • Ensured social and environmental sustainability by coordinating impact assessments to identify, assess & mitigate corporate environmental risk to prevent social unrest & reduce financial expenditure. • Offered expert environmental advisory & coordinated continuous compliance monitoring of all environmental parameters (land, air, and water). • Developed and delivered over 2,000 hours of environmentally focused training associated with operational/projects environmental aspects & management system. • Responsible for ensuring that all organizational processes comply with environmental regulations & other compliance obligations. • Monitored and enforced budgeting protocols for waste and recycling programs. • Spearheaded and participated in internal and 3rd party management systems audits. • Coordinated over a dozen (12) environmental and social impact assessment projects of various development ventures in the oil and gas, construction, and Engineering sectors. Show less

Environmental Projects Manager/HSE Lead

• Oct 2012 - Oct 2018

• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints. • Trained over thirty staff according to developed policies and programs. • Developed, implemented and monitored environmental programs, methodologies, and policies in project costs while meeting key milestones. • Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance. • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs. • Headed over twenty project teams including ad hoc staff specializing in various environmental activities (land, air, water, biodiversity, socio-economics, health, etc.). • Worked with technical teams and stakeholders in Environmental Impact Assessment studies, Environmental Management Plan, Effluent Monitoring, and Waste Management. • Conducted field sampling for environmental studies, analyzed field samples, and interpreted field data. • Monitored and supervised the Health, Safety, and Environment aspects of the company. • Ensured company and personnel compliance with the company’s HSE policy in carrying out projects and routine activities to ensure project implementation and delivery. • Organized safety meetings, drills, and toolbox talks for staff and undertook incident/accident investigations. • Developed suitable communication materials for HSE training and exercise drills. • Provided technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary changes. • Coordinated, supervised, and lead over fifty Environmental Projects to completion. Show less