QHSE Manager

Accountabilities

• Regional QHSE Strategy and Leadership

  • Lead the implementation and delivery of the regional QHSE strategy across Northern Continental Europe, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational priorities.

  • Partner with regional leadership teams to strengthen safety culture, promote accountability, and improve QHSE performance across multiple sites.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, reduce risks, and reinforce consistent safety standards.

  • Influence stakeholders across a matrix organization to embed QHSE principles into everyday operations and decision-making.

  • Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance

    • Lead regional risk management activities, incident investigations, audits, assurance programs, and corrective action plans.

    • Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations across the region.

    • Monitor QHSE performance, identify emerging risks, and implement preventive measures to minimize incidents and operational disruptions.

    • Promote consistent application of relevant management systems and standards, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

    • Support operational teams in identifying hazards, strengthening controls, and maintaining safe working environments.

    • Environmental Sustainability and Performance

      • Lead regional environmental and sustainability initiatives in line with organizational commitments and business objectives.

      • Oversee the measurement, monitoring, reporting, and reduction of Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions.

      • Identify opportunities to improve environmental performance and integrate sustainable practices into operational processes.

      • Use QHSE data, reporting tools, and performance indicators to identify trends, measure progress, and guide improvement initiatives.

      • Project Support and Stakeholder Engagement

        • Provide expert QHSE guidance for major projects, customer engagements, tenders, and operational activities.

        • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure QHSE risks and requirements are addressed throughout project planning and execution.

        • Support crisis management, emergency response planning, and business continuity activities.

        • Build trusted relationships with regional leaders, operational teams, customers, and other stakeholders to drive engagement and continuous improvement.

        Requirements:

        • Proven experience in an HSE or QHSE leadership role, preferably supporting multi-site operations across industrial, engineering, energy, manufacturing, or construction environments.

        • Strong understanding of regional health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance requirements, with the ability to translate regulations into practical operational measures.

        • Knowledge of relevant management systems and standards, particularly ISO 14001 for environmental management and ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety.

        • Familiarity with sustainability frameworks, environmental performance reporting, and greenhouse gas emissions measurement, including Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.

        • A degree in a relevant discipline, such as occupational health and safety, environmental management, engineering, or a related field.

        • Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, including experience using HSE management systems, business intelligence tools, and performance metrics to support decision-making.

        • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and drive change across a matrix organization.

        • Demonstrated ability to lead risk management, incident investigations, audits, assurance activities, and continuous improvement programs.

        • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide effective guidance across geographically dispersed operations.

        • Fluency in business-level English and either German or Dutch is required. Additional European languages are an advantage.

        • A proactive, collaborative, and resilient leadership style, with a strong commitment to employee safety, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence.

        Benefits:

        • Competitive compensation: Attractive salary package aligned with experience and responsibilities.

        • Performance incentives: Opportunity to receive a performance-related bonus.

        • Comprehensive benefits: Access to a benefits package designed to support employee well-being and professional needs.

        • Regional leadership exposure: Shape QHSE strategy and performance across a strategically important Northern European region.

        • International experience: Work with diverse operations, major projects, and customers across multiple industries and countries.

        • Collaborative culture: Join a safety-focused environment that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

        • Professional development: Access ongoing learning opportunities and training to strengthen technical and leadership capabilities.

        • Career progression: Explore opportunities for long-term career growth within an expanding international organization.

        • Meaningful impact: Contribute directly to safer workplaces, stronger operational performance, environmental sustainability, and business continuity.