Take ownership of QHSE for complex offshore projects, translating risks, standards and legislation into practical plans and actions. Support project teams and vessel operations from preparation through close-out. Location: Delft, South Holland.
The role
As Senior QHSE Engineer, you take ownership of the QHSE scope for assigned offshore projects, from preparation and tendering through mobilisation, execution and close-out. On larger or more complex projects, you may act as QHSE Lead. You are a senior point of contact for project management, vessel teams and technical specialists, combining strategic risk advice with practical support for projects and offshore operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee project-specific QHSE plans, procedures and deliverables.
- Ensure effective implementation of the management system and applicable client, contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Advise project managers, vessel management and other stakeholders, and constructively challenge decisions on QHSE risks and priorities.
- Lead or contribute to project and operational risk assessments. Plan and conduct internal and external audits, and follow up on findings.
- Lead or support investigations into significant incidents, identify underlying causes, and ensure effective follow-up of actions and lessons learned.
- For vessel-related work, monitor audit findings and provide QHSE input on vessel modifications, operational changes, port calls, dockings and lay-up. Support emergency bridging documents and relevant instructions.
- Share good practices across projects and vessels, and coach colleagues and project teams.
Your profile
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in safety, engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Significant QHSE experience, preferably in offshore, marine, subsea, energy or other high-risk technical project environments.
- Demonstrable experience taking ownership of QHSE within projects or operations.
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety, risk management and management systems, with experience in incident investigation, audits and risk assessments.
- A recognised Health & Safety qualification, such as Dutch HVK/IVK, a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of relevant management systems and standards, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001; knowledge of the ISM Code is an advantage.
- The ability to translate legislation, standards and contractual requirements into practical operational solutions.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. Professional proficiency in English is required; Dutch is an advantage.
- The ability to work independently, take ownership, advise, constructively challenge and make decisions, as well as coach junior colleagues.
What is offered
- A competitive, market-based salary, performance-based salary increases and bonuses.
- An excellent pension plan.
- 30 days of annual leave and flexible working hours.
- A fitness plan.
- An extensive training and development programme, study budgets and coaching.
- Internal clubs and committees, social events and sports activities.