European HSSE Coordinator

Virya Energy; Halle; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Virya Energy seeks a European HSSE Coordinator to harmonize HSSE governance across Belgium, France and Poland. The role ensures policies, frameworks and best practices are consistently developed and monitored, fostering a strong safety culture.

You will act as a trusted advisor to local HSE teams, coordinate audits and risk assessments, track KPIs and implement improvements, with flexibility on base location within Belgium, France or Poland.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of HSSE experience in international or multi-site environments.
• Solid knowledge of European HSSE legislation and policy alignment.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical, structured, and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HSSE governance across Belgium, France, and Poland.
• Coordinate audits, risk assessments, and monitor KPIs.
• Translate legislation changes into internal policies and procedures.
• Lead cross-country HSSE projects and drive knowledge sharing.

Skills

HSSE experience

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Description

Virya Energy, founded in 2019 through the strategic partnership of Colruyt Group and its majority shareholder Korys, is a Belgian pioneer in sustainable energy solutions. Our activities span the complete energy value chain, from renewable energy development in Europe and Asia to energy distribution through DATS 24. Our portfolio encompasses our consolidated wind activities (formerly Eoly in Belgium and Eurowatt in France), solar energy projects, sustainable hydrogen development, and strategic investments in specialized energy industry services providers like GeoXYZ, DotOcean, and Marlinks. Building on over two decades of wind energy expertise and pioneering work in sustainable hydrogen, we continue to expand our capabilities. At our headquarters, a growing team of professionals drives our development across all renewable energy sectors, delivering tailored energy solutions that accelerate the energy transition. We are currently looking for a European HSSE Coordinator who will be responsible for the coordination and harmonization of the HSSE strategyn governance and standards across our European sites. In this strategic and coordinating role you will ensure that HSSE policies, frameworks and best practices are consistently developed, implemented and monitored across the different countries while fostering a strong and unified safety culture throughout the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You oversee the European HSSE governance framework, driving consistency, compliance, and continuous alignment of HSSE policies, procedures, standards, and corporate requirements across Belgium, France, and Poland
• You act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert for local HSE teams, and promote a proactive HSSE culture.
• You monitor changes in European and national HSSE legislation and translate these into practical internal policies and procedures.
• You coordinate internal audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessment activities, while monitoring and reporting on HSSE performance, KPI’s, trends and corrective actions to ensure compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• You facilitate knowledge sharing and the exchange of best practices across sites and countries.
• You lead and coordinate cross-country projects related to health, safety, security, environmental management and compliance.

Job Requirements

• You have a minimum of 10 years of relevant HSSE experience within an international or multi-site environment, preferably within a high risk sector (petrochemicals, oil& gas…)
• You have a solid understanding of (European) HSSE legislation, and have demonstraed experience in coordinating an aligning policies, procedures and standards.
• You have experience working with ISO management systems, preferably ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• You communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and are able to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels
• You combine an analytical mindset with a structured and results-oriented approach.
• You are willing to travel regularly between our European sites located in Belgium, France, and Poland. The role offers flexibility regarding the base location, which can be in any of these three countries.

OFFER

• A strategic European position with significant influence on HSSE performance and culture, and the.opportunity to work closely with key stakeholders across multiple countries.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment focused on operational excellence where continuous improvement and personal development are encouraged.
• Professional growth opportunities and the possibility to further develop your expertise within a fast-growing energy player that is actively shaping the energy transition
• A competitive salary package aligned with your experience and expertise.