Group HSSE Director

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland
€ 140.000-170.000 per jaar
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We’re Hiring: Group HSSE DirectorLocation: Rotterdam, Netherlands (with travel across multiple EU sites)Seniority: Executive | Function: Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE)Are you an experienced HSSE leader with a background in high-risk, high-complexity environments? Do you thrive in guiding organizations through change while building a strong, safe, and sustainable culture? If so, this is a rare opportunity to shape HSSE strategy at the highest level across a diverse international portfolio.About the RoleWe’re looking for a Group HSSE Director to lead the HSSE agenda across multiple operations in a fast-paced, high-risk industry. You’ll work directly with senior leadership and boards to set strategic direction, drive compliance, and build a proactive safety culture. This is a senior leadership position requiring a balance of vision, influence, and hands-on execution.What You’ll DoChampion a Group-wide HSSE strategy, aligned with internal standards, regulatory expectations, and stakeholder priorities.
Lead on risk management, regulatory compliance, and crisis response across diverse operations.
Partner with terminal/site leaders to enhance safety performance, incident management, and continuous improvement.
Establish strong HSSE reporting structures, promote accountability, and drive meaningful, data-informed actions.
Foster an engaged and collaborative HSSE leadership community across the organization.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and Executive Team on emerging risks and long-term planning.What You Bring10+ years in senior HSSE leadership roles within high-risk industries (e.g. heavy industry, logistics, maritime, energy, chemicals).
Proven success in navigating complex regulatory environments and securing operational licenses or permits.
Strategic leadership experience at group or multi-site level, with a track record of transforming safety cultures.
Strong knowledge of incident response, root cause analysis, and implementing long-term corrective action.
A collaborative mindset, with excellent influencing, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Fluency in English & Dutch
University degree required.Why Join?This is more than just a safety leadership role – it’s your chance to shape the future of HSSE in a growing, international environment. You’ll have the autonomy to lead, the resources to deliver, and the executive support to make an impact.Vacancy Reference: PR/028495
Vacancy Owner: Ally Bliss | Ally.bliss@shirleyparsons.com | (+31) 20 299 1643 | (+31) 6 81 10 50 85

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