Health & Safety Specialist

Job Req Number: 60248
Time Type: Full Time

**Safety & Health Specialist**:
Move forward as Safety & Health Specialist at DSV in Ghent.

**About the role**

As Prevention Advisor within a multiple site environment headquartered in Ghent, you will be part of the Internal Service for Prevention and Protection at Work and will be responsible for the following tasks.

**Tasks**:

- Assisting the employer, hierarchy and employee in the implementation, programming and evaluation of the policies determined by the dynamic risk management system;
- Carrying out the legal tasks defined and included in the Codex;
- Adequately investigate factors and causes of accidents and incidents to prevent recurrence;
- Preparation of risk analysis;
- Monitoring and adjusting the annual action plan;
- Administrative management regarding welfare, health and safety;
- Drawing up monthly reports, the annual report and the accident sheet;
- Drafting, completing and endorsing documents concerning selection, purchase, use and maintenance of work equipment and personal protective equipment;
- In the absence of the head of the internal service, supervising the PBW committee and carrying out secretarial work as stipulated in the regulations;
- When using an external service, organising cooperation with the service;
- assisting in the implementation of prevention measures and advice given on reception, training, information, safety instructions, use of chemical substances, biological agents, fire prevention;
- Participate in the procedures to be followed in case of serious danger and organisation of first aid;
- Developing safety trainings and preparing presentations to increase safety awareness among management and employees within the organisation.

**We are DSV, we grow**

DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 80 countries and a growing network of partners, there is no place in the world we cannot reach via transport by air, sea, rail, courier or road or where we can offer storage in warehouses.

In Belgium, we operate from over 18 branches, with more than 1,400 colleagues. Together we rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing environment. We make quick decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.

**Are you the perfect fit?**
- You have a Masters or Bachelor's degree, supplemented by training as a level 1 prevention consultant.
- You have at least 5 years of experience as a prevention consultant.
- You are fluent in Dutch & English. Knowledge of French is a plus.
- You have an analytical mind and enjoy working out process improvements or optimisations.
- You can work in a structured and planned manner and have strong administrative skills.
- You are a team player, have a sense of responsibility and can communicate convincingly.

It all counts for this vacancy of Safety & Health Specialist in Ghent. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly be possible if you like to keep going, have guts and want to grow with DSV.

**Why choose DSV?**

Working for DSV means working for one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is enterprising, competitive, and wants to grow as an organization. That is why we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Besides a challenging job in an international environment, we also offer:

- A challenging work environment with plenty of opportunities for further professional growth and development.
- A direct and open corporate culture (Danish company).
- Space and freedom to implement various optimisations and improvements.
- Flexible working hours (flexitime, home office, freedom to compose your own agenda)
- An attractive remuneration package (company car, fuel card, laptop, mobile phone, insurance, 7 euro MC, ecocheques, 30 days of leave, bicycle lease

**Move forward**

**DSV - Global Transport and Logistics**

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 90 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.