Environment, Health & Safety Specialist

About the role

Veolia Water, which provides water treatment solutions for industrial clients, is looking for an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist based at its site in Tienen, Belgium. The role acts as the official EHS representative for water treatment projects and service activities across the Benelux, reports to the EHS Manager Benelux and sits in a collaborative EHS team. It suits someone fluent in Dutch and English.

Key responsibilities

• Drive a world-class EHS culture and meet safety objectives, implementing EHS policies, strategies and legal requirements
• Maintain and improve management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, VCA) in line with Veolia's internal framework
• Advise on new water treatment projects from design to commissioning (HAZOP, RAMS, safety by design, site safety plans) and act as EHS point of contact for service activities
• Lead risk assessments, safety walks, incident investigations and kick-off meetings, and respond to customer EHS requirements and audits
• Develop and deliver EHS training, manage the training programme and track employee progress
• Monitor compliance with Dutch/Belgian EHS legislation, investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, and maintain online EHS reporting tools
• Manage PPE from selection to catalogue updates

Required profile

• Solid experience in a similar EHS role, preferably in an industrial or service-oriented environment
• In-depth knowledge of Netherlands EHS legislation
• Fluency in Dutch and English; French is a strong asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Preferred: project safety methodologies (RAMS, HAZOP, safety by design, PSSR), training experience, and experience in a multinational corporate environment

Required skills

• EHS management systems such as ISO 45001 and/or VCA
• Knowledge of Dutch EHS legislation

What we offer

• A competitive salary package
• Flexible work with 1-2 days of home working per week
• Dedicated budget for training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation