Job Title: HSE Coordinator
Company: Damen
Location: Gorinchem, South Holland, Netherlands
Posting Date : 7 July, 2025
Damen, a global leader in shipbuilding and maritime innovation, is hiring a proactive and experienced HSE Coordinator for its Gorinchem location in South Holland, Netherlands. This role is vital in maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, register, and evaluate risks in the areas of health, safety, and the environment (RI&E); quality-related risks are considered a plus.
- Co-develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with corporate and legal standards.
- Coordinate HSE audits, workplace inspections, and incident investigations.
- Conduct internal incident investigations and draft actionable improvement plans.
- Supervise, train, and audit compliance with IATA, IMDG, and ADR regulations for hazardous substances in PGS15 storage facilities.
- Regularly report HSE statistics, trends, and findings to leadership.
- Analyze HSE data and translate findings into practical improvements and on-site implementation.
- Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops on HSE-related topics for teams and departments.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum qualification: Middle Safety Expert (MVK) certification with several years of relevant experience.
- Proven experience in creating and implementing HSE policies and procedures in industrial or technical environments.
- Strong knowledge of Dutch HSE laws and regulations.
- Fluency in Dutch is mandatory; English proficiency is beneficial.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset and the ability to work independently.
- Leadership skills with the ability to manage internal and external safety personnel.
- Affinity for environmental topics and sustainable operations.