PSM (Process Safety Management) / EHS Manager

Avery Dennison; Oegstgeest; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company is seeking a Process Safety Management (PSM)/EHS Manager in Oegstgeest. You will oversee EHS programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive PSM development across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree with at least 5 years' experience in safety management and regulations within a manufacturing environment. Strong leadership skills and proficiency in Dutch and English are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to interpret and modify organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Drive PSM development, EHS programs, regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site audits and mentorship for new engineers.
• Implement global corporate EHS/PSM programs and sustainability goals.

Skills

Occupational and process safety expertise (HAZOP, PHA, PSM)

Leadership and managerial skills

Industrial safety and occupational EHS experience

Knowledge of Dutch and EU regulatory requirements

Project/problem resolution skills

Verbal, written, and presentation skills in Dutch and English

Education

Technical or university degree in Environment, Health and Safety or Chemical/Process Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Job description

Overview

PSM (Process Safety Management) / EHS Manager position-based in the EMENA region with responsibilities across multiple sites, including Solvent Plants in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Israel, and the UK, and EHS management at Leiden Pilot Plant and the European HQ in Oegstgeest. You will report to the EHS Director EMENA and drive PSM development, EHS programs, regulatory compliance, and green chemistry practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide Divisional PSM Support and Development (60%): technical PSM advice, conduct site audits and mentoring, liaise with global/EMENA PSM teams, collaborate with Engineering in early project phases, deliver PSM training to local management and team leaders, develop site-specific PSM training programs, support PSM roadmaps and OGSM implementation, monitor and facilitate closure of audit action plans, lead PSM Council meetings, manage PSM Golden Actions, mentor new PSM engineers, and advise sites on environmental legislation and green chemistry practices.

• Provide EHS/PSM support to Oegstgeest and Leiden (40%): implement global corporate EHS/PSM programs and sustainability goals, conduct risk assessments (including CMR substances), offer guidance on environmental legislation and green chemistry practices, manage Hazardous Materials handling, storage and disposal with SDS and labeling expertise, ensure regulatory compliance with environmental (EPA) and safety (OSHA) / REACH regulations related to chemical use and waste, conduct Chemical Safety & Risk Assessments including flammable liquids and process safety management, and apply relevant EHS and PSM standards.

Qualifications

• Technical or university degree in Environment, Health and Safety or Chemical/Process Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience; strong occupational and process safety expertise (HAZOP, PHA, PSM).

• Strong leadership, managerial, training, and mentoring skills.

• Industrial safety and occupational EHS experience within a manufacturing environment; environmental leadership preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of Dutch and EU regulatory requirements and EHS policies, procedures and programs.

• Experience with life safety codes, EHS rules, HAZOP, training, occupational safety/health principles, and industrial hygiene.

• Strong project/problem resolution skills.

• Proficiency with computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes) and function-specific software.

• Good verbal, written and presentation skills in Dutch and English.

• Strong coaching, facilitating and training abilities.

• Ability to interpret and modify organizational policies; strategic thinker with a process-oriented mindset.

Additional Information

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing