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Senior Occupational Safety Advisor (HVK) – Velsen-Noord

Posted on 30 October 2026

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Laurens Verheijden

Chemicals & QHSE advisor

l.verheijden@teamaxtreno.com

At our client company in Velsen-Noord, you will strengthen occupational safety in an industrial setting. You will assess complex risks, conduct risk assessments and advise on lasting solutions. A university-level degree and an HVK qualification are required.

The role

At our client company in Velsen-Noord, Noord-Holland, you will work on occupational safety in an industrial production environment. You will act as the operational link between internal safety experts and operating units, translating safety standards into day-to-day practice. You will develop and improve safe working methods for one or more units and advise managers on lasting solutions to complex safety issues.

You will conduct risk assessments, keep the risk register up to date and drive corrective and preventive actions. Through workplace observations and compliance checks, you will help ensure safe working practices, appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and contractor safety. You will prepare the organisation for emergencies through exercises, support an effective incident response, and report and investigate incidents.

You will set your own approach and build specialist expertise, working closely with unit managers, internal experts and external stakeholders.

The shift pattern, working hours, number of hours and contract type are not specified.

What you bring

  • A university-level degree and a Hoger Veiligheidskundige (HVK) qualification.
  • Several years of relevant occupational safety experience, ideally in an industrial setting.
  • Strong knowledge of safety legislation, risk assessment and safety management.
  • The ability to analyse complex issues and develop lasting solutions.
  • Tactical, situation-aware communication skills and the ability to build support and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to work independently, shape your own approach, assess and prioritise risks, and make decisions.
  • The ability to engage people in safe working practices.

What you can expect

  • A monthly base salary that depends on education and experience; no amount is stated.
  • An 8% holiday allowance, a 2% year-end payment and a variable profit-sharing payment.
  • At least 37 days off per year: 26 annual leave days and 11.5 additional ADV days.
  • A pension plan, with our client company paying 70% of the contribution.
  • Training and development opportunities, with scope to progress or specialise.
  • The possibility of working partly from home when the duties allow.
  • A good work-life balance.

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