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SHE & Process Safety Lead
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9679, Scheemda, Groningen, Netherlands
Listed on 2026-07-24
Listing for:
Henkel
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Occupational Health & Safety, Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Safety Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About this Position The SHE & Process Safety Lead supports the implementation and continuous improvement of Safety,
Health, Environmental (SHE), and Process Safety Management activities at the Scheemda manufacturing
site. This position is intended for a developing SHE professional with strong leadership potential who can
act as deputy to the SHE & Process Safety Manager and provide operational support across the site.
The role combines hands-on operational SHE supports with leadership development and exposure to
strategic process safety activities. The SHE & Process Safety Lead will play a key role in driving safety
culture, supporting compliance activities, coordinating risk reduction initiatives, and strengthening
process safety awareness within the plant.
In the absence of the SHE & Process Safety Manager, the SHE & Process Safety Lead is expected to act as
the site SHE focal point and support operational continuity, escalation management, and regulatory
coordination where required
What you´ll do
Operational SHE Support & Compliance
Support the implementation and maintenance of site SHE and Process Safety Management systems in alignment with legal, corporate, and ISO requirements.
Assist in ensuring compliance with occupational safety, environmental, and process safety regulations and internal standards.
Participate in site inspections, audits, permit compliance activities, and regulatory follow up actions.
Support the administration and governance of SHE procedures, work instructions, and risk management documentation.
Assist in contractor safety management and permit-to-work processes.
Process safety & Risk Reduction
Support process safety activities including risk assessments, HAZOP participation, incident investigations, and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Assist in identifying process safety risks related to chemical handling, equipment integrity, fire/explosion hazards, and operational changes.
Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to improve machine safety, operational discipline, and preventive controls.
Support monitoring of process safety KPIs, action tracking, and closure of identified improvement measures.
Participate in emergency preparedness activities and support emergency response coordination.
Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
Participate in SHE and process safety incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies.
Support follow-up and tracking of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Conduct workplace inspections, safety observations, and hazard identification activities.
Drive improvement initiatives related to ergonomics, housekeeping, environmental impact reduction, and safe behaviors.
Support implementation of Lean/HPS-based safety improvements and operational risk reduction initiatives.
Training & Safety Culture
Support delivery of SHE and process safety training programs for employees and contractors.
Promote a proactive safety culture through daily engagement on the shop floor, Gemba walks, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
Coach employees and frontline supervisors on safe work practices and risk awareness.
Help coordinate emergency drills and maintain emergency response readiness.
Leadership Development & Deputy Responsibilities
Act as deputy for the SHE & Process Safety Manager during absence, holidays, or business travel.
Support preparation of SHE reports, KPI dashboards, audit summaries, and management presentations.
Participate in site leadership discussions related to operational safety and risk management.
Collaborate with regional and global SHE networks to gain exposure to best practices and corporate standards.
Demonstrate leadership potential and readiness for future progression into a SHE & Process Safety Manager role.
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