Health & Safety Advisor (HSE/EHS)

VF Corp.; Almelo; Remote; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across VF brands

Commuting allowance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

VF Corporation is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor for the Almelo Distribution Center in the Netherlands. The role focuses on creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant working environment on the warehouse floor, with hands-on responsibilities in risk management, incident prevention, and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with Operations, HR, Maintenance, and external partners to implement practical safety improvements and build a proactive safety culture across the site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health & Safety within warehouse/logistics or similar industrial settings.
• Knowledge of Dutch OHS requirements (Arbowet) and RI&E processes.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, inspections, investigations and CAPA.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management in English and Dutch.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and security/asset protection is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform the Preventiemedewerker duties and contribute to RI&E actions.
• Ensure compliance with Dutch health & safety laws and VF standards.
• Lead risk assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations and CAPA.
• Identify hazards and implement preventive measures with operations.
• Coordinate HSE audits and support emergency preparedness and corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver HSE training and safety awareness for staff and managers.
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, Maintenance and external partners.
• Monitor safety performance and report incidents, risks and mitigations.
• Support Security, Loss Prevention and Asset Protection activities.

Skills

RI&E process

HSE in warehouse

Risk assessments

Safety inspections

Incident investigations

CAPA

Dutch & English

ISO 45001

Security/Asset Protection

Job description

Health & Safety Advisor (HSE/EHS)### Health & Safety Advisor (HSE/EHS)Apply: EMEA > NLD > Almelo > Almelo DC: Full time: Posted Today: R-20260827-0016*VF Corporation is looking for a Health & Safety Advisor to join our Distribution Center team in Almelo, the Netherlands.* **Let’s talk about the role** As **Health & Safety Advisor**, you will play a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, healthy and compliant working environment within our Distribution Center in Almelo.This is a hands-on HSE/EHS role, where you will work closely with employees and leaders on the warehouse floor. Your main focus will be **Health & Safety, workplace risk management, incident prevention and regulatory compliance,** while also supporting Security and Asset Protection activities on site.Working closely with Operations, HR, Maintenance and EMEA stakeholders, you will turn safety requirements into practical solutions, identify risks and help strengthen a proactive safety culture across the Distribution Center. **How you will make a difference** * Perform the statutory duties of the Preventiemedewerker, including contributing to the **Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E),** Plan of Action and implementation of preventive measures.* Help ensure compliance with Dutch occupational Health & Safety legislation, including the Arbowet, applicable regulations and VF standards.* Lead and coordinate **risk assessments, workplace safety inspections, incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)**.* Identify workplace hazards and emerging risks and work with operational leaders to implement practical preventive measures.* Coordinate Health & Safety audits and support emergency preparedness, incident management and timely closure of corrective actions.* Develop and deliver **HSE training and safety awareness initiatives** for employees and managers.* Partner with Operations, HR, Maintenance, employee representatives, occupational health services, contractors and external partners.* Monitor Health & Safety performance and provide management with clear updates on incidents, risks, compliance requirements and mitigation actions.* Support **Security, Loss Prevention and Asset Protection** activities, working with the on-site security provider and EMEA Asset Protection teams. **What you bring*** Relevant experience in **Health & Safety, HSE, EHS, occupational safety or Arbo** within a **warehouse, logistics, distribution center, manufacturing or industrial environment**.* Knowledge and experience relevant to the responsibilities of a **Preventiemedewerker**, or willingness to complete the appropriate training.* Working knowledge of Dutch occupational Health & Safety requirements, including the **Arbowet and RI&E process**.* Practical experience with **risk assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions**.* A hands-on approach and willingness to spend time in the operational environment, working directly with employees and leaders.* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices constructively and influence change.* **Fluency in both Dutch and English is required.*** Knowledge of **ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and/or VCA** is an advantage.* Experience with **Security, Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, investigations or security vendor management** is a plus. **What's in it for you**At VF, we invest in your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. You can expect:* A supportive, feedback-based culture built on respect and integrity.* An international and inclusive working environment.* Employee discounts across VF brands.* Benefits, pension and insurance in line with the applicable Dutch employment package.* Commuting allowance, free onsite parking, complimentary hot drinks and inviting breakout areas, subject to applicable local policy. **Free to BE, Inclusion & Diversity**VF Corporation is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic self to work. diversity, equity and inclusion are core to who we are and how we grow as a company. **Ready to join us?**If you are a **Health & Safety, HSE or EHS professional** who enjoys being close to operations and turning safety requirements into practical improvements, we would love to hear from you.**Please note that fluency in both Dutch and English is required for this position. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the Netherlands.***Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens may require a valid Dutch residence and/or work permit.* #Readytoapply**Hiring Range:**€48,022.40 EUR - €60,028.00 EURannually### About UsVF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans, The North Face et Timberland. Fondée en 1899**,** VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution.VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans, The North Face, and Timberland. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders.