Safety Manager

Are you a passionate safety leader with experience in industrial or manufacturing environments? Our client, a leading international production organization, is looking for a  Safety Manager  to lead the site's health and safety agenda, drive continuous improvement, and strengthen a proactive safety culture.

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and supporting operational excellence through strong field engagement and visible leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and drive the site's health and safety strategy, standards, and performance.

Foster a proactive safety culture through coaching, engagement, and strong presence on the plant floor.

Partner closely with operations, maintenance, and contractors to identify risks and implement effective controls.

Lead risk assessments, safety inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

Manage incident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and lessons learned.

Ensure compliance with Dutch and European safety regulations, including areas such as ATEX, machine safety, LOTO, fire protection, and emergency response.

Coordinate safety training programs, onboarding initiatives, and competency development.

Monitor and report safety KPIs while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Play an active role in safety committees and leadership forums, influencing decision-making and operational execution.

What We're Looking For

HVK qualification strongly preferred; MVK combined with significant relevant experience will also be considered.

Minimum 5 years of Health & Safety leadership experience within an industrial, manufacturing, or process environment.

Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, risk management, and incident investigation methodologies.

Experience working in complex industrial operations, preferably within a 24/7 production environment.

Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.

Hands-on, visible leader with a passion for developing people and improving safety performance.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

Opportunity to influence safety strategy and culture at a major industrial site.

A collaborative environment with a strong commitment to employee well-being and operational excellence.

Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization.