Senior Safety Engineer - Permitting & Environmental

Worley; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer for Permitting & Environmental in The Hague, Netherlands. This agency contractor role is a full-time position for approx 12 months with potential to become staff.

You will lead regulatory compliance, permitting and environmental activities across multidisciplinary engineering projects, integrate permitting into early design, and coordinate Dutch permitting processes with authorities. Excellent Dutch and English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, permitting, or safety engineering.
• Solid knowledge of environmental legislation and EIA processes.
• Experience embedding regulatory requirements into engineering design.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary international teams.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance, permitting and environmental activities across projects.
• Integrate permitting requirements into early design phases to avoid risks.
• Manage Dutch environmental permitting processes, including authority engagement.
• Act as the interface between engineering teams, clients, and regulators.
• Identify permitting risks early and implement practical solutions.
• Support project delivery by managing scope, schedule and budgets for your discipline.
• Contribute to continuous improvement with innovative tools and digital solutions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance experience

Permitting experience

Safety engineering

Dutch and English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Overview

Senior Safety Engineer - Permitting & Environmental at Worley. Location: The Hague, Netherlands. Schedule: Full-time. Employment Type: Agency Contractor. Duration: approx. 12 months with potential to become staff.

Job posting: Jul 17, 2026. Unposting date: Aug 16, 2026.

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. We support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today\'s needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance, permitting and environmental activities across multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Integrate permitting requirements into early design phases (concept, FEED, detailed design) to avoid late-stage risks.
• Manage and coordinate Dutch environmental permitting processes, including authority engagement.
• Act as the key interface between engineering teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Identify permitting risks early and implement practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Support project delivery by managing scope, schedule, and budgets for your discipline.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by applying innovative tools, methods, and digital solutions.

Experience & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, permitting, or safety engineering, preferably in the (petro-)chemical or industrial sector.
• Solid knowledge of PGS guidelines and environmental legislation.
• Experience with EIA processes and environmental assessments.
• Experience embedding regulatory requirements into engineering design processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.

What Sets You Apart

• You think beyond compliance—you understand how regulation impacts design, cost, and schedule.
• You have a proactive mindset and enjoy solving complex regulatory challenges early.
• You are comfortable engaging with clients, authorities, and technical teams alike.
• You bring leadership and ownership, helping projects succeed from day one.

Why Join Worley

• Work on complex, high-impact industrial projects in the Netherlands and internationally.
• Be part of a team that is shaping the integration of permitting and engineering.
• Collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines and global offices.
• Grow your career in an environment that values innovation, safety, and sustainability.

Ready to Make an Impact? Join us and help redefine how regulatory compliance supports smarter, safer, and more efficient project delivery.

Moving forward together: We are building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We focus on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.