HSE Specialist

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As an HSE Specialist at Enza Zaden, you will play a vital role in ensuring a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace across our operations. Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to feeding the world safely are at the heart of everything we do. If you are eager to make a real impact with your HSE knowledge in an innovative and safety-driven organization, this opportunity is for you!

This is why you want to join us as HSE Specialist at Enza Zaden 

• You will work in a dynamic, innovative environment where safety and sustainability are top priorities.

• You will be the key expert translating HSE legislation and industry standards into practical, site-specific procedures and controls.

• You will lead the execution of risk assessments (RI&E), compliance audits, and incident investigations, ensuring continuous improvement in HSE performance.

• You will have the autonomy to advise and coach all organizational levels, from operational teams to senior management, on HSE strategy and implementation.

Make a difference as HSE Specialist

As our HSE Specialist, you will be the go-to expert for all health, safety, and environmental matters at our Dutch operations. You’ll ensure compliance, drive awareness, and help us continuously improve our HSE performance. Your key responsibilities include:

• Executing and coordinating risk assessments (RI&E) and translating them into actionable HSE plans.

• Investigating incidents and near misses and ensuring follow-up improvements are implemented.

• Monitoring compliance with legislation, permits, and internal policies through audits and inspections.

• Advising management and staff on HSE performance and developments.

• Organizing HSE training and awareness campaigns across the organization.

• Translating new laws and regulations into practical applications for Enza Zaden.

• Coordinating emergency response and crisis management procedures.

You will report to the HSE Manager and work closely with local management, safety coaches, and external experts. Your workplace is based in the Netherlands, with occasional national travel.

What you bring as a future colleague 

• A bachelor’s degree (HBO) a minimum of 3 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in an industrial environment.

• Preferably a High Safety Specialist (HVK) certificate or willingness to obtain one.

• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and Health & Safety Management Systems.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in both Dutch and English, written and spoken.

• A proactive, persuasive attitude and the ability to coach and motivate others.

• Respond to incidents outside regular hours. 

Enza Zaden as your employer  

With more than 3.000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and our focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people eat our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.    

What can you expect from us 

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer: 

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options; 

• 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours); 

• 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases; 

• Contribution for overnight stays if you live further away from Enza Zaden;   

• Laptop and smartphone

We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include: 

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth); 

• Tailor made development programs and global e-learning platform; 

• Employer sponsored retirement benefits. 

Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website. 

Get in touch 

Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days.  

Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: 

Sijmen Jansen

Corporate Recruiter

si.jansen@enzazaden.nl

Good to know 

• An online personality questionnaire is part of the application process;  

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis; 

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.