Health Safety Environment Engineer

QHSE Engineer

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
MUST SPEAK DUTCH
Location:

Belgium - onsite working required

We are working with a leading semiconductor manufacturer with operations across Belgium and the Netherlands, who are looking for a

QHSE Engineer

to join their European Health & Safety team.

This is a key role responsible for ensuring a safe, healthy and compliant working environment across the region. You will play an important part in developing and implementing QHSE policies, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, delivering training and driving a strong culture of continuous improvement.

The role would suit an experienced Health & Safety professional with an engineering or technical background who enjoys working across departments and taking ownership of regional QHSE initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
Implement and maintain health and safety policies, procedures and work instructions in line with Belgian and Dutch legislation.
Conduct workplace inspections and systematic risk assessments covering facilities, machinery and semiconductor equipment.
Identify workplace hazards and recommend appropriate corrective, preventative and improvement measures.
Ensure suitable technical, physical and organisational controls are in place to prevent accidents and occupational illnesses.
Work closely with internal departments on QHSE matters and support the safety of field-based personnel working at customer sites.
Act as a key point of contact with relevant regulatory and government authorities.
Lead investigations into workplace accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
Prepare incident reports and liaise with authorities where legally required.
Monitor regional QHSE performance and prepare reports, KPIs and management updates.
Support the continuous improvement of QHSE processes, standards and working practices.
Develop and deliver employee and management training covering areas such as workplace safety, hazardous materials, emergency response, hygiene and compliance.
Promote awareness of occupational risks and encourage safe working practices throughout the organisation.
Support the development and regular review of emergency response and preparedness plans.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, standards and best practices.
Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external contacts.
Provide QHSE expertise, guidance and coaching across the organisation.
Travel within the region and internationally when required by business needs.

About You:
A Bachelor's degree, engineering qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience gained through employment, apprenticeships or other relevant routes.
A recognised Health & Safety qualification such as

IOSH, NEBOSH, CQA, IMEA

or equivalent.
At least

2 years' experience

in a Health & Safety, QHSE, Prevention or similar engineering environment.
Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation in

Belgium and/or the Netherlands .
Experience with risk assessments, workplace inspections and incident investigations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify hazards and develop effective preventative measures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
Experience delivering safety training and communicating QHSE requirements to employees and management.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and manage multiple responsibilities.
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Fluent

English

is essential.

Dutch and/or French

would be advantageous. xqknzec
The ability to act as a subject matter expert, supporting and mentoring colleagues and contributing to projects.