HEALTH & SAFETY ADVISOR NORTH/WEST
We are looking for talented people like you to join us! With your skills and passion, we have the necessary tools to realize our vision and engagement to sustainable development. This is our absolute priority! We consider the fight against climate change to be essential, and we are determined to lead our industry towards carbon neutrality.
At Heidelberg Materials, we are guided by core values such as authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We believe in diversity, both in terms of people and ideas. We actively work to create an environment where everyone can flourish and contribute to our collective success. Join us on an exciting journey of growth and shaping the future of our organization! We prioritize your development while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
Heidelberg Materials Benelux is currently looking for a
HEALTH & SAFETY ADVISOR NORTH/WEST
to join the team in Ghent.
Make an impact. Protect people. Raise safety standards.
Looking for a role where your expertise truly matters? Join us and help strengthen the safety culture across our Belgian operations. Your mission: prevent accidents, improve our practices, and act as a trusted partner for both managers and teams.
Your impact:
You develop and enhance our H&S Management System, together with H&S Business Partners and operational leaders.
You investigate incidents using root cause analysis and turn insights into effective, long-lasting actions.
You ensure equipment and site compliance by working closely with engineers, managers, and contractors.
You serve as the key contact for local and national safety authorities when needed.
You monitor H&S performance across your area and drive continuous improvement.
You participate in H&S committees and contribute to internal and industry-wide initiatives.
Your playground:
The North West (from coast to Limburg) Belgian region, with occasional travel outside your area. 70% in Ghent.
What you bring:
Certification: Prevention Advisor Level 1 or 2 (BE), HVK (NL), and RCA training.
Minimum 5 to 10 years’ experience in an H&S advisory role, ideally in minerals extraction, cement, or other industries.
Strong knowledge of Belgian regulations, ISO 45001, VCA, and management systems.
Experience with audits, incident investigations, occupational health programmes, and stakeholder coordination.
Who you are:
A clear communicator who builds trust and influences safe behaviours.
Structured, pragmatic, and comfortable working with people at all levels.
Organized and autonomous
Ethical, responsible, flexible and results-oriented.
You are fluent in Dutch and English and you have notion of French
Our offer:
You enjoy an attractive remuneration package, supplemented with a series of fringe benefits such as a pension savings plan, hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, cafeteria plan, etc.
You are part of an economically healthy and commercially strong company, a leading global player.
You work in an inspiring and challenging environment with room for initiative and growth.
We work together to achieve an optimal balance between work and private life (12 ADV days, teleworking if possible).
We will provide you with excellent support, helping you to reach your full potential through training programs and talent development plans.
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of construction materials & solutions. With leading market positions in cement, aggregates and concrete, we are represented by 1.800 employees on 80 locations in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Ready to embark on this adventure with us?
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At Heidelberg Materials Benelux, we support an inclusive working environment, where diversity is an asset and your individuality contributes fully to our collective success.