Biosafety officer, Specialist Safety & Environment

EHS Biosafety Officer – Animal Health

We are looking for an EHS Biosafety Officer to serve as the site’s biosafety expert in Boxmeer, ensuring safe and compliant management of biological agents and GMO-related activities across research and manufacturing operations.

• Act as a subject‑matter expert for the Biosafety program and anticipate, recognize, and evaluate workplace health hazards to recommend control strategies.
• Identify and assess biosafety risks, develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans, and monitor and communicate plan status.
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities and collaborate with EHS staff, engineering, operations, and R&D to leverage best practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain technical competencies and regulatory knowledge for effective execution of responsibilities.
• Conduct risk assessments of biological operations, design control strategies (engineering controls and work‑practice controls), and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Establish and maintain communication processes so site management and employees understand biohazards, risk prevention methods, and control strategies.
• Provide technical support for engineering projects and modifications to ensure proper biocontainment facility design, containment verification, and evaluation before and after process or equipment installation.
• Conduct biosafety program assessments, area inspections, and audits.
• Develop and contribute to an effective biosafety training program for management and employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biotechnology, or a similar field.
• Industrial (occupational) hygiene or safety engineering education is a plus.
• Experience managing risks associated with biological agents and GMO legislation (BVF permit).
• Understanding of biocontainment systems and concepts.
• Ability to analyze data, interpret results and trends, and recommend cost‑effective corrective actions.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work transparently and with a sense of urgency across roles.
• Excellent technical leadership and communication skills (oral and written) in English;
  Dutch language skills are preferable.

• Competitive salary based on knowledge and experience.
• 3% year‑end payment and an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Minimum 35.5 days of leave per year.
• Travel allowance and a solid pension plan.
• High‑quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy options daily.
• Excellent accessibility: a train station and ample parking directly at the main entrance.
• Contribution toward a personal sports membership.
• Beautiful private park on‑site for breaks and relaxation.
• Mental well‑being support through Lyra Health for you and your family.
• Access to a dedicated prayer/meditation room.
• Extensive growth opportunities within an evolving global organization.
• Workplace within a company that is continuously growing and evolving.