Global Health & Safety Lead

Haskoning; Amersfoort; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Pension scheme

Profit sharing

Shares option

Hybrid work model

Home workspace allowance

28 vacation days

Mileage allowance

NS Business Card

Lease car

Job summary

Haskoning is seeking a Global Health & Safety Lead to shape our H&S culture across the organization. You will lead global programmes, engage senior leaders, and connect international communities to embed H&S in projects and operations.

Based in the Netherlands (Amersfoort or Delft), this role reports to the Corporate Director Operational Excellence and Risk Management and offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive rewards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of H&S experience in international environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and integrated management systems.
• Proven programme and change management experience.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical H&S programmes across cultures.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead global H&S programme aligned to company strategy.
• Embed H&S in projects, services and daily work.
• Coordinate international H&S community and engage leaders.
• Strengthen governance, emergency prep, incident and crisis mgmt.
• Use data to improve performance and manage external H&S providers.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Stakeholder management

ISO 45001 knowledge

H&S culture development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

ISO 45001 standards

Job description

Shape the future of Health & Safety across our global organisation. In this role, you will influence how thousands of colleagues think and act, bringing leaders and teams together to create a culture where everyone takes responsibility for keeping themselves and others healthy and safe.

What you will do as Global Health & Safety Lead

You will lead the development of our global Health & Safety culture and turn our ambition into practical programmes, frameworks and everyday behaviours. Working with senior leaders and H&S professionals across countries, you will create the direction and momentum needed for lasting change.

• Lead the global H&S programme and connect Health & Safety ambitions to our wider company strategy.
• Create lasting cultural change by engaging colleagues and leaders and embedding H&S in projects, services and daily ways of working.
• Guide and connect our international H&S community, while building strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Strengthen global governance, emergency preparedness, incident and crisis management, business travel arrangements and alignment with ISO 45001.
• Use data, feedback and leading practices to improve performance, processes and our Integrated Quality Management System, including the effective management of external H&S service providers.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new Global Health & Safety Lead, you will become part of the team Operational Excellence & Risk Management in the Netherlands. You will work across our international organisation, collaborating with senior leaders and H&S professionals to strengthen Health & Safety worldwide. This global role connects people across countries and cultures, supports the sharing of good practices and influences how H&S is embedded in our work. You will report directly to the Corporate Director Operational Excellence and Risk Management and work from our Amersfoort or Delft office.

What you bring

You believe excellent Health & Safety starts with leadership, culture and behaviour, supported by strong systems and processes. You turn strategy into meaningful change, influence senior stakeholders and bring people with you across cultures, disciplines and organisational levels.

• More than 10 years of relevant H&S experience, including leading culture and behavioural programmes in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 4501 and experience improving integrated management systems.
• Demonstrable programme and change management experience, taking major initiatives from concept to successful implementation.
• A contemporary understanding of H&S developments and leading practices, combined with the ability to connect H&S to business strategy.
• The creativity, confidence and influencing skills to challenge established ways of working and engage senior stakeholders in complex organisations.

What you can expect from us

AtHaskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success.That’swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

• A solid foundation:A competitive base salary (between €9.000 - €11.000 gross per month bases on a 40-hour workweek) with annual increases.
• An attractive compensation package:Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares andshare inour success.
• Work-life balance:28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with theoptiontopurchaseanadditional5 daysper year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, work-from-home allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities:A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Mobility and travel allowance:A conveniently located workplace at one of our offices and the freedom to travel in a way that suits you. You will receive an attractive mileage allowance (up to €0.45 per km for business travel), an NS Business Card, and theoptionof a lease car when you travel extensively for work.
• Informal and inclusive culture:A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and YoungHaskoning.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.