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Adhesive Technologies Production Netherlands, Scheemda, Groningen Full Time Limited
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
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
• 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
• Support the administration and governance of SHE procedures, work instructions, and
• 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
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities and support emergency response
Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
• Participate in SHE and process safety incident investigations using root cause analysis
• 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
Training & Safety Culture
• Support delivery of SHE and process safety training programs for employees and
• 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
• Support preparation of SHE reports, KPI dashboards, audit summaries, and management
• Participate in site leadership discussions related to operational safety and risk
• Collaborate with regional and global SHE networks to gain exposure to best practices and
• Demonstrate leadership potential and readiness for future progression into a SHE &
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
• Experience in chemical, industrial, or manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Strong interest in developing expertise in Process Safety Management and operational risk
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, risk assessments, and incident investigation methodologies
• MVK, NEBOSH, or equivalent SHE qualifications are considered an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage employees across all
• Fluent in English and Dutch.
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
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.
Job Locations: Netherlands, Groningen, Scheemda
Please do not use this email address for sending your application or CV. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted.
Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application
Voortbouwend op een sterke erfenis van bijna 150 jaar, geven wij de toon aan om het leven elke dag opnieuw te verbeelden en te verbeteren. Vandaag en voor toekomstige generaties. Via onze innovatieve en duurzame merken en technologieën en via onze teams over de hele wereld. Henkel bekleedt leidende posities in zowel industriële als consumentenactiviteiten: Ons portfolio omvat bekende haarverzorgingsproducten, wasmiddelen, wasverzachters en kleefstoffen, dichtingsmiddelen en functionele coatings.
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De vacature is in het Engels opgesteld. Moet ik in het Engels solliciteren?
Henkel is een internationale onderneming en u zult dus met collega's uit de hele wereld samenwerken. Binnen onze onderneming is Engels onze voertaal. In het algemeen is het aanbevolen te solliciteren in de taal van de vacature.
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Kunnen werknemers bewegen tussen verschillende sectoren en/of verschillende landen?
Ja, sterker nog, binnen Henkel verwachten we van ons talent dat ze flexibel en mobiel zijn. Dit draagt bij tot het grote wereldwijde succes van onze onderneming.
Onze "Triple two"-filosofie draagt bij aan deze verwachting: u kunt ervaring opdoen in tenminste twee functies, twee verschillende landen en twee activiteitensectoren. Wij passen deze filosofie toe omdat wij denken dat uw persoonlijke ontwikkeling baat heeft bij verschillende functies in verschillende domeinen en verschillende afdelingen, waardoor u ook een beter begrip zult hebben van Henkel als wereldwijde onderneming.
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