EHS Consultant - Netherlands

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Utrecht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is looking for a motivated EHS Consultant in Utrecht, Netherlands. The ideal candidate will excel in delivering high-quality Environmental, Health & Safety solutions through effective project execution and client relationship management.

Key responsibilities include conducting EHS audits, developing risk assessments, and collaborating with teams to integrate sustainability initiatives. Applicants should have a BSc or MSc in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in EHS.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in consulting or significant EHS exposure.
• Fluency in Dutch and English required.
• Solid business acumen to understand client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of EHS diagnostics, audits and compliance assessments.
• Provide technical assistance in EHS audits and site assessments.
• Contribute to the development of EHS standards, EIAs, and technical reports.
• Support integration of sustainability initiatives into client operations.
• Assist in development of risk assessments and health & safety procedures.
• Prepare high-quality deliverables under guidance of senior consultants.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Demonstrated initiative

Ability to manage priorities

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

BSc or MSc in Environmental Science, Engineering, Safety or related

Job description

ERM is seeking a motivated EHS Consultant to join our team in the Netherlands. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional who is passionate about driving change in both processes and behaviors, and who is committed to delivering high-quality Environmental, Health & Safety solutions to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the execution of EHS diagnostics, audits, and compliance assessments, ensuring high technical standards.
• Providing technical assistance in EHS audits and site assessments.
• Contributing to the development of EHS standards, permitting documentation, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), and technical reports.
• Supporting the integration of sustainability initiatives into client operations.
• Assisting in the development of risk assessments, health & safety procedures, and related programs.
• Supporting the delivery of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and timelines.
• Preparing high-quality deliverables under the guidance of senior consultants and subject matter experts.
• Collaborating with Partners and Project Managers to support effective project execution.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication and professionalism.
• Working collaboratively with ERM colleagues across teams and geographies.

Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation and effectively convey complex ideas.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and drive in a consulting or industry environment.
• Ability to manage priorities and contribute effectively within project teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships internally and externally.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Safety, or a related discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, either within a consulting environment or in an industry role with significant EHS exposure.
• Fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken).
• Solid business acumen, with the ability to understand client challenges, risks, and opportunities.

We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you.