Lead HSE activities across the Netherlands from Zeewolde, combining site coaching with risk assessments, audits and incident investigations. Full-time, fixed-term role with a prospect of permanent employment and market-rate pay based on experience.
The role
As HSE Officer with our client company, you will drive the strategic and operational implementation of HSE policy across the Netherlands. You will be based mainly in Zeewolde, Flevoland, and visit sites around the country. The role combines office work with time in day-to-day operations, coaching employees and managers to build a proactive safety culture.
You will observe work practices, advise colleagues and encourage safe behavior, including where operational changes meet resistance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct workplace risk assessments and task risk analyses with prevention officers; prepare practical action plans and monitor their implementation.
- Develop toolbox talks and safety alerts, and contribute to safety and security training.
- Participate in the internal audit team and audits covering ISO requirements and internal standards; investigate accidents and near misses and help prevent recurrence.
- Coordinate the internal emergency-response organization and act as the central HSE contact for public authorities, customers and suppliers.
Your profile
- Completed higher professional education at HBO level and an MVK (Middelbare Veiligheidskunde) qualification are required; HVK is an advantage.
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar HSE role.
- Experience in logistics, production or an industrial environment is an advantage.
- Experience with management systems, ergonomics, fire safety and environmental legislation.
- Excellent command of Dutch and English; French is an advantage.
- Flexibility to visit sites throughout the Netherlands.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage employees and managers in safety improvements, including when operational resistance arises.
What is offered
- Full-time role; exact working hours and any shift pattern are not specified.
- Fixed-term contract with a prospect of permanent employment.
- Market-rate salary based on experience, plus good additional benefits.
- Personal support, training and career development opportunities.
- Autonomy and professional freedom to shape the safety culture at the sites.
- A stable, professional working environment.