HSE Compliance Officer
We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to join our team in the local support department in Belgium, within the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) service. Although the role touches on health and safety, it focuses primarily on environmental aspects. The position involves working on environmental projects and maintaining regulatory compliance across multiple regions (Wallonia, Brussels, Flanders).
The person will be responsible for managing environmental issues, including the « Licence to Operate » for our sites in HQ, Leuven, and Braine, in relation to environmental and urban planning permits. The individual will closely collaborate with the engineering team to ensure the necessary permits are obtained.
The Responsibilities
– Environmental Permits Management (Licence to Operate): Preparation, modeling, and data collection for the environmental and urban planning permits required for site activities
– Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance of installations with legal health, safety, and environmental requirements, especially regarding the risks associated with the storage of hazardous materials (CVZO).
– Environmental Projects: Track and manage environmental projects, including internal audits, measurement campaigns, and reporting to authorities.
– Environmental Management System: Maintain and improve our certified environmental management system. Participate in internal audits, measurement campaigns, and manage the administrative data related to environmental services.
– External Collaboration: Work with external consultants and experts to ensure effective environmental management and smooth communication with local authorities.
Skills and Knowledge Requirements
– Scientific Background: Degree in a scientific field with a specialization or relevant experience in environmental management.
– Environmental Management Experience: Experience in managing environmental issues, with good knowledge of local regulations (Wallonia, Brussels, Flanders).
– Administrative Knowledge: Ability to understand and follow environmental regulatory requirements and perform necessary reporting.
– Legislation Knowledge: Knowledge of environmental legislation in Belgium (Wallonia, Brussels, Flanders) is an asset.
– Languages: English is not required, but knowledge of Dutch is a plus, particularly for the Leuven site.
– ISO Certifications: Experience in an environment with a certified environmental management system (ISO 14001) is an asset but not a requirement.
– Flexible Working Hours: This position is a 50% replacement for the sick expert, with flexible hours (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings).
– Remote work is permitted when on-site presence is not required, but there are no fixed remote work days.
Additional Assets:
– Experience with Seveso risk management (hazardous materials storage).
– GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification is a plus, but not required.
– Ability to ask questions and solve problems independently.
Our Offer
Jefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as a consultant with an attractive salary package and access to training in both technical and non-technical skills. We'll be your career partner every step of the way.Are you interested in this position? We invite you to apply. Do you have any questions? Please contact Aylin Ugurlu at [email protected]