Safety & Compliance Lead — DC Risk & Incident Expert

VF CORPORATION; Almelo; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount across VF brands

Benefits, pension and insurance

Commuting allowance

Free onsite parking

Complimentary hot drinks

Inviting breakout areas

Job summary

VF Corporation's Distribution Center in Almelo, the Netherlands, seeks a Health & Safety and Security Advisor to create a safe, compliant working environment. You will drive health & safety, risk management and onsite security programs, coordinating with DC leadership, HR and external partners to foster a proactive safety culture.

This hands-on role requires fluency in Dutch and English, knowledge of Dutch regulations, and the ability to influence safe behaviours across shifts and teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health & Safety, EHS or Prevention Advisor roles within logistics/warehousing, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of Dutch occupational health and safety legislation including Arbowet, Arbobesluit, Arboregeling, RI&E and Plan of Action requirements.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform the statutory duties of the Preventiemedewerker under the Dutch Working Conditions Act and support RI&E and action plans.
• Lead and improve risk assessments, incident investigations, root cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Support site security, loss prevention and asset protection activities and coordinate with on-site security and EMEA teams.
• Design and deliver Health & Safety training and awareness initiatives for employees and managers.
• Provide regular updates to management on risks, incidents, compliance and mitigation plans.

Skills

Health & Safety

EHS

Risk assessments

Communication

Dutch & English

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

ISO 45001 familiarity

Job description

VF Corporation's Distribution Center in Almelo, the Netherlands, seeks a Health & Safety and Security Advisor to create a safe, compliant working environment. You will drive health & safety, risk management and onsite security programs, coordinating with DC leadership, HR and external partners to foster a proactive safety culture.

This hands-on role requires fluency in Dutch and English, knowledge of Dutch regulations, and the ability to influence safe behaviours across shifts and teams.