Lead HSE work in a chemical production environment in Rotterdam, coordinate safety professionals and improve risk controls, audits and incident follow-up. The working week is 40 hours.
The role
As Operational HSE Manager, you will work in a chemical production environment in Rotterdam. You are responsible for ensuring that occupational safety guidelines and legal requirements are followed across the relevant sites. You support employees with workplace safety and drive continuous improvement in HSE performance. You lead and coordinate internal and external safety professionals, report directly to the HSE Manager and work closely with them.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain HSE project plans and programmes, prepare HSE plans and deliver training when needed.
- Align HSE priorities with those of the organisation and its clients.
- Advise project management, the HSE Manager and clients on HSE matters.
- Develop, maintain and audit the integrated safety, health and environmental management system, monitoring compliance with internal standards and relevant legislation.
- Initiate, coordinate and implement improvements to working methods and procedures.
- Support safety professionals with policy matters and their day-to-day work.
- Promote proactive collaboration through observations, HSE training and toolbox meetings for operational staff.
- Identify and report hazards, recommend improvement measures and monitor their implementation.
- Organise and lead incident investigations, analyse findings and ensure appropriate follow-up.
- Join projects and turnarounds as a safety professional several times a year.
What you bring
- HBO level.
- Several years of experience as a safety professional in a chemical or petrochemical production environment.
- Knowledge of and experience with HSE legislation, risk assessment and management, incident investigation, safety management programmes and systems, training and communication, audits and inspections.
- Experience with a VCA-P system.
- The ability to inspire, motivate and naturally influence others.
- The ability to lead and support people effectively, adapt your communication to the audience, and use analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good spoken and written Dutch and English.
- Familiarity with risk identification techniques and incident investigation.
- The ability to organise and complete multiple tasks independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Practical information
The working week is 40 hours. No specific shift pattern or working hours are provided. The contract type has not been specified.