Lead QESH policy and a team of safety and environmental professionals in an industrial setting in Geleen. You will advise at every level, guide risk assessments and strengthen process and operational safety.
The role
As QESH Manager / Higher Safety Professional (HVK), you will develop, implement and maintain the safety policy and safety management system at our client company in Geleen. You will help strengthen the safety culture and support the organisation in meeting its objectives for safety, health and the environment.
You will advise senior management, managers, supervisors and employees, and coordinate safety activities across departments and projects. You will also lead or coach a team of safety and environmental specialists and (senior) pressure equipment inspectors.
Initially, your focus will be on QESH activities for projects and major maintenance shutdowns. Alongside this, you will follow a development programme to prepare for the QESH Manager role and a knowledge handover from the current manager.
Key responsibilities
- Develop, implement, improve and maintain the safety policy and safety management system.
- Advise senior management, managers and operational departments on safety matters.
- Initiate and guide risk assessments, including workplace risk assessments, HAZOP studies, task risk analyses (TRA) and other safety studies.
- Drive continuous improvements in process and operational safety.
- Investigate incidents and near misses and implement improvement measures.
- Promote safety awareness and safe working behaviour.
- Monitor compliance with laws, regulations and permit requirements.
- Lead or coach safety and environmental specialists and inspectors, and represent the organisation in dealings with contractors and regulatory bodies.
What you bring
- Completed Higher Safety Professional training (Hogere Veiligheidskunde, HVK).
- At least five years of relevant industrial experience and experience in the process industry or a comparable sector, such as chemicals, petrochemicals or energy.
- Knowledge of management systems, process safety and relevant laws and regulations.
- Leadership and coaching skills, persuasive ability and strong communication skills.
- Analytical ability and a practical approach to complex safety challenges.
- A proactive, results-oriented approach and the ability to operate at both operational and strategic levels.
What is offered
- A key position with a direct impact on the organisation’s safety performance.
- Scope for professional development and personal growth.
- A market-aligned salary based on experience and education, plus excellent secondary benefits.
- A professional working environment where safety, sustainability and continuous improvement are central.