Project & Country HSE Specialist

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Position Summary
We are looking for a Project & Country HSE Specialist to join our Team in Rotterdam.

The Project & Country HSE Specialist is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies and practices across both project sites and country-level operations. This hybrid role combines hands-on project execution support with strategic oversight of national HSE compliance culture and performance. The role requires collaboration with project teams business units and external stakeholders to foster a world-class safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Project-Level Responsibilities

• Act as the HSE focal point during all phases of project execution including site preparation installation and commissioning

• Review project scopes tenders HSE plans and subcontractor qualifications

• Conduct site visits and audits to evaluate HSE effectiveness and close execution gaps

• Lead incident investigations and root-cause analysis ensuring corrective actions are implemented

• Support development of Activity-Based Risk Assessment ABRA

• Maintain HSE records and present progress reports

• Coordinate ISO 14001 ISO 45001 Safety Culture Certification audit programs

• Provide HSE training and support to project teams

Country-Level Responsibilities

• Ensure national compliance with HSE regulations and fiduciary duties

• Lead the development and implementation of HSE policies and practices

• Represent the company in HSE matters with authorities clients and external auditors.

• Drive behavioral change and continuous improvement through training and performance programs

• Facilitate risk management processes and escalate emerging risks

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (LTIFR TRIFR incident closure rates)

• Ensure emergency response plans are in place and tailored to business location.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in HSE or related field

• Postgraduate studies in HSE/OHS (Hogere Veiligheidskunde niveau 1 (HVK))

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of professional HSE experience (project role)

• Experience in construction and electrical safety including high-voltage environments

Certifications

• Professional safety certification (e.g. VCA ) preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership communication and influencing skills

• Knowledge of local and international HSE regulations

• Change management and mentoring capabilities

• High comfort level with digital tools and management systems

• Creativity innovation and goal orientation

• Fluent in English and Dutch (spoken and written)

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