SHE & Process Safety Lead (Dutch Speaker)

Henkel; Groningen; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Pension Fund

Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Canteen

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a SHE & Process Safety Lead to support and improve Safety, Health, Environmental (SHE) and Process Safety Management at the Scheemda site. You will operate as deputy to the SHE & Process Safety Manager, providing hands-on safety support and leading initiatives to strengthen process safety awareness.

Responsibilities include compliance, risk reduction, incident investigation, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3–6 years of experience in SHE, operational safety, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience in chemical, industrial, or manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, risk assessments, and incident investigation methodologies is preferred.
• MVK, NEBOSH, or equivalent SHE qualifications are advantageous.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Support site SHE and Process Safety implementation and compliance.
• Assist in risk reduction, risk assessments, and MOC processes.
• Participate in incident investigations and CAPA tracking.
• Deliver SHE training and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Act as deputy to the SHE & Process Safety Manager when needed.
• Prepare SHE reports, KPI dashboards, and management presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

SHE compliance

Fluent English

Fluent Dutch

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Job description

About This Position

The SHE & Process Safety Lead supports the implementation and continuous improvement of Safety, Health, Environmental (SHE), and Process Safety Management activities at the Scheemda manufacturing site. This position is intended for a developing SHE professional with strong leadership potential who can act as deputy to the SHE & Process Safety Manager and provide operational support across the site. The role combines hands‑on operational SHE supports with leadership development and exposure to strategic process safety activities. The SHE & Process Safety Lead will play a key role in driving safety culture, supporting compliance activities, coordinating risk reduction initiatives, and strengthening process safety awareness within the plant. In the absence of the SHE & Process Safety Manager, the SHE & Process Safety Lead is expected to act as the site SHE focal point and support operational continuity, escalation management, and regulatory coordination where required .

What you´ll do

Operational SHE Support & Compliance

• Support the implementation and maintenance of site SHE and Process Safety
• Management systems in alignment with legal, corporate, and ISO requirements.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with occupational safety, environmental, and process safety regulations and internal standards.
• Participate in site inspections, audits, permit compliance activities, and regulatory follow up actions.
• Support the administration and governance of SHE procedures, work instructions, and risk management documentation.
• Assist in contractor safety management and permit-to-work processes.

Process safety & Risk Reduction

• Support process safety activities including risk assessments, HAZOP participation, incident investigations, and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Assist in identifying process safety risks related to chemical handling, equipment integrity, fire/explosion hazards, and operational changes.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to improve machine safety, operational discipline, and preventive controls.
• Support monitoring of process safety KPIs, action tracking, and closure of identified improvement measures.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities and support emergency response coordination.

Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement

• Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
• Participate in SHE and process safety incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Support follow-up and tracking of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety observations, and hazard identification activities.
• Drive improvement initiatives related to ergonomics, housekeeping, environmental impact reduction, and safe behaviors.
• Support implementation of Lean/HPS‑based safety improvements and operational risk reduction initiatives.

Training & Safety Culture

• Support delivery of SHE and process safety training programs for employees and contractors.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through daily engagement on the shop floor, Gemba walks, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Coach employees and frontline supervisors on safe work practices and risk awareness.
• Help coordinate emergency drills and maintain emergency response readiness.

Leadership Development & Deputy Responsibilities

• Act as deputy for the SHE & Process Safety Manager during absence, holidays, or business travel.
• Support preparation of SHE reports, KPI dashboards, audit summaries, and management presentations.
• Participate in site leadership discussions related to operational safety and risk management.
• Collaborate with regional and global SHE networks to gain exposure to best practices and corporate standards.
• Demonstrate leadership potential and readiness for future progression into a SHE & Process Safety Manager role.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Approximately 3–6 years of experience in SHE, operational safety, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience in chemical, industrial, or manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Strong interest in developing expertise in Process Safety Management and operational risk management.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, risk assessments, and incident investigation methodologies is preferred.
• MVK, NEBOSH, or equivalent SHE qualifications are considered an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage employees across all levels.
• Fluent in English and Dutch (mandatory).

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Pension Fund
• Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Canteen

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.