Global HSE Lead

KH01 Kramp Groep B.V.; Varsseveld; Hybrid; EUR 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Vacation days

Flexible working policy

Profit sharing bonus

Travel allowance

Training budget

Pension plan

Job summary

Kramp is seeking a Global HSE/DG Lead to act as the EU regulatory authority for occupational health & safety and Dangerous Goods across its EU and international distribution network.

You will translate complex EU directives into practical procedures, run EU-wide safety audits, manage DG classification and training, and collaborate with Operations, Logistics, and Quality to ensure safe, compliant, and future-proof operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Safety and Dangerous Goods within logistics, warehousing, or distribution.
• Strong knowledge of EU safety, chemical, and transport regulations.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Experience working across multiple countries and with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as EU Safety and DG expert across the EU and international distribution network.
• Interpret legislation and translate into clear, actionable procedures.
• Lead risk assessments and incident investigations; drive CAPAs.
• Develop and maintain dangerous goods management systems and support CSR initiatives.
• Provide regulatory guidance to Operations, Logistics and Quality; support ISO 45001 implementation.

Skills

HSE expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Do you thrive on turning complex safety regulations into practical solutions that make a meaningful impact? Are you energized by supporting international logistics, distribution networks, and cross-border compliance? Do you want to contribute to safe, compliant, and future-proof operations within a global organization? We are looking for a Global HSE /DG Lead with deep knowledge of EU occupational safety and Dangerous Goods compliance, to strengthen our global operations.

What is your role?

As HSE / DG Lead, you serve as the technical authority for occupational health & safety and Dangerous Goods (DG) across our EU and international distribution network. You work closely with Operations, Logistics, Quality, and Regulatory teams to interpret legislation, assess risks, and ensure our activities meet all relevant EU directives, chemical regulations, and transport requirements. This is a non-people-leading role in which you influence stakeholders through expertise and collaboration. You translate complex regulatory frameworks into clear, actionable guidance and help build a strong, consistent safety culture across multiple EU countries. In this role, you act as the key expert driving safe, compliant, and future-proof operations across our network/across multiple EU countries.

EU Occupational Health & Safety Compliance

• Being the go-to expert on EU OHS legislation.


• Securing compliance with REACH, CLP, Seveso III, and related directives.


• Translating regulatory updates into practical procedures.


• Running EU-wide safety audits and improving standards.

Dangerous Goods (DG) Expertise

• Acting as DGSA for ADR, IMDG, and IATA.


• Ensuring correct DG product classification, shipment labeling, and transport documentation.


• Review new onboarded DG assortment and ensuring DG compliance.


• Managing DG training and supporting inspections.

Risk Management & Operational Safety/Environment

• Leading risk assessments and incident investigations.


• Driving corrective and preventive actions.


• Advising on warehouse safety design and hazardous materials storage.


• Developing and implementing and maintaining dangerous goods management systems, CSR expertise and support.


• Supporting new product introductions with safety insights.

Advisory & Cross-Functional Support

• Providing regulatory guidance to Operations, Logistics, and Quality.


• Supporting ISO 45001 implementation.


• Representing the company during regulatory inspections.


• Delivering safety and DG training and driving continuous improvement.

Who are you?

You are an experienced EU Safety and Dangerous Goods professional who enjoys working independently and influencing others through your expertise. You are passionate about building a strong and consistent safety culture across the organization. You also have:

• 7+ years of experience in Safety and Dangerous Goods within logistics, warehousing, or distribution.


• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.


• Good knowledge of EU safety, chemical, and transport regulations.


• Experience working across multiple countries and with different stakeholders.


• The ability to lead projects and influence people without direct authority.


• Experience developing and improving safety policies, procedures, and standards.


• Strong collaboration and communication skills.


• A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for making operations safer.

Required & preferred certifications/qualifications

Required:

• Certified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (ADR DGSA – EU compliant).


• Valid IATA and IMDG certifications (depending on role scope).

Preferred:

• A recognised EU safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent).


• Knowledge and experience in a Seveso company Lead Auditor certification.

What do we offer?

At Kramp, we believe meaningful rewards help people grow, perform, and thrive. Our reward package is designed to be fair, transparent, and competitive, giving you confidence and support to do your best work.

• Salary: €7,798 - €9,530 gross per month, depending on your experience and qualifications.


• 25 vacation days and 12 ADV days (based on a fulltime contract)


• Flexible working policy in hours and location


• Profit sharing bonus


• Travel- and working-from-home allowance


• Great budget for training and courses


• Generous pension plan

About us

Thanks to our ambitions we are active throughout Europe: a leading position in the agricultural market for parts. We heavily invest in E-Business and innovations. Our aim is to make it easy for our customers to run their business. Working at Kramp means working with over 3,500 international colleagues who are enthusiastic, professional and involved. Working at Kramp means: ... you belong here! ... your work makes a difference! ... you will develop!

Do you have a question about this role? Please do not hesitate to contact Eirini Dragoumanou, Talent Acquisition Specialist, [e-mail].

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