Health Safety Environment Engineer

QHSE Engineer

MUST SPEAK DUTCH

Location: Belgium - onsite working required

We are working with a leading semiconductor manufacturer with operations across Belgium and the Netherlands, who are looking for a QHSE Engineer to join their European Health & Safety team.

This is a key role responsible for ensuring a safe, healthy and compliant working environment across the region. You will play an important part in developing and implementing QHSE policies, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, delivering training and driving a strong culture of continuous improvement.

The role would suit an experienced Health & Safety professional with an engineering or technical background who enjoys working across departments and taking ownership of regional QHSE initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain health and safety policies, procedures and work instructions in line with Belgian and Dutch legislation.
• Conduct workplace inspections and systematic risk assessments covering facilities, machinery and semiconductor equipment.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend appropriate corrective, preventative and improvement measures.
• Ensure suitable technical, physical and organisational controls are in place to prevent accidents and occupational illnesses.
• Work closely with internal departments on QHSE matters and support the safety of field-based personnel working at customer sites.
• Act as a key point of contact with relevant regulatory and government authorities.
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Prepare incident reports and liaise with authorities where legally required.
• Monitor regional QHSE performance and prepare reports, KPIs and management updates.
• Support the continuous improvement of QHSE processes, standards and working practices.
• Develop and deliver employee and management training covering areas such as workplace safety, hazardous materials, emergency response, hygiene and compliance.
• Promote awareness of occupational risks and encourage safe working practices throughout the organisation.
• Support the development and regular review of emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, standards and best practices.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external contacts.
• Provide QHSE expertise, guidance and coaching across the organisation.
• Travel within the region and internationally when required by business needs.

About You:

• A Bachelor's degree, engineering qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience gained through employment, apprenticeships or other relevant routes.
• A recognised Health & Safety qualification such as IOSH, NEBOSH, CQA, IMEA or equivalent.
• At least 2 years' experience in a Health & Safety, QHSE, Prevention or similar engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation in Belgium and/or the Netherlands.
• Experience with risk assessments, workplace inspections and incident investigations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify hazards and develop effective preventative measures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Experience delivering safety training and communicating QHSE requirements to employees and management.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Fluent English is essential. Dutch and/or French would be advantageous.
• The ability to act as a subject matter expert, supporting and mentoring colleagues and contributing to projects.