Safety Performance, Assurance and Governance Manager (F/M/X)

Solvay Group; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 126 000 - 157 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Solvay Cares program

Hybrid work arrangements

Well-being programs

Résumé du poste

Solvay is seeking a Head of Safety Performance, Assurance & Governance to strengthen safety governance, assurance and performance management across the group. You will lead audits, data-driven safety strategies and risk management in a multinational environment.

You will manage a multidisciplinary team and advise senior leaders, driving safety culture and continuous improvement while supporting Solvay’s sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in Safety, EHS, Process Safety or Operational Excellence.
• Experience with governance frameworks and assurance methodologies.
• Experience driving data-driven safety strategies and analytics.

Responsabilités

• Own and continuously improve the Solvay Safety Governance System.
• Lead safety audits, assessments and investigations.
• Drive safety performance management, data governance and AI-enabled decision-making.
• Mentor and lead a multidisciplinary safety team and advise senior leaders.

Connaissances

Leadership

Safety governance

Data analytics

AI-enabled decision-making

Stakeholder influence

Formation

Safety/Engineering/EHS degree

Operational Excellence background

Outils

AI-enabled analytics tools

Data governance platforms

Description du poste

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.About the roleOur Group Safety team is integrated in the Safety Function and focuses on strengthening safety governance, assurance, performance management, culture and continuous improvement across Solvay in collaboration with Global Business Units, Sites, Executive Leadership Team members and governance bodies.As a Head of Safety Performance, Assurance & Governance, you will work on safety governance, assurance and performance management to support the continuous improvement of Solvay’s Safety Management System. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the development of data-driven safety strategies and have a positive impact on safety performance, risk management, and safety culture across the organization. You will be accountable for:Owning and continuously improving the Solvay Safety Governance System, ensuring integration of safety standards, performance management, assurance processes and culture initiativesLeading Safety Assurance and Independent Verification by defining the audit and assurance framework and methodology. Lead major safety audits, assessments, and investigations.Driving safety performance management, data governance, analytics, AI and predictive capabilities to support informed decision-making and proactive risk managementSustaining safety culture and organizational learning through communication, capability development, communities of practice, knowledge sharing and safety engagement initiativesLeading a multidisciplinary team and acting as a strategic advisor to the Group Safety Director and senior leaders on safety performance and governance mattersWe offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.About youRelevant education degree or equivalent in Safety, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Operational Excellence, Risk Management or related discipline. Significant leadership experience in Safety, EHS, Process Safety, Operational Excellence, Risk Management or Industrial Operations within a multinational environment. Proven experience managing complex transformation and change initiatives.Competencies:Strong knowledge of Safety Management Systems, governance frameworks and assurance methodologiesExperience with performance management systems, analytics, digital tools and data governanceUnderstanding of Occupational Safety, Process Safety, Transport Safety and AI-enabled decision-makingBehaviors:Strategic thinker with an enterprise mindset and the ability to influence senior stakeholdersHigh level of credibility, independence, sound judgement and accountabilityPassion for developing people, strengthening capabilities and fostering a sustainable safety cultureAbout the payAttractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role in Belgium is: EUR 125,600 – 157,000.Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.Benefits:Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.About usSolvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.#LI-SF1 #LI-Hybrid #senior