Ph3Job Summary /h3pThe Director EHS for the Geel MAKE site leads the Environmental Health Safety function for a Synthetic Manufacturing platform. The role is responsible for overseeing all EHS activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and embedding a strong safety culture across the organization. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliRepresent the EHS function with internal stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, facilities) and external bodies to advance site objectives. /liliDevelop and implement site EHS strategies aligned with enterprise goals, budgets, and risk factors. /liliLead the partnership with site leadership to define and implement a strategic EHS roadmap, addressing program gaps and ensuring compliance. /liliManage the site EHS team: set objectives, conduct performance reviews, drive professional development, and contribute to succession planning. /liliOwn design, deployment, and continuous improvement of EHS management systems, procedures, and best practices across controlled sites, and identify cross‑site efficiency opportunities. /liliChair and facilitate site EHS committees and cross‑functional teams to ensure effective program implementation. /liliLead hazard and risk‑management activities, implement change‑management processes, and streamline the EHS program for leaner delivery. /liliMaintain local ISO and other program certifications by aligning EHS systems with relevant standards and audit readiness. /liliInvestigate incidents and near‑misses, drive root‑cause analysis, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked. /liliOversee CAPA governance, identify process improvements, and inform leadership of significant non‑conformities. /liliExecute the global audit program, lead participation in system and technical audits, and ensure closure of identified hazards. /liliChampion innovation and cultural change to strengthen safety culture and overall EHS effectiveness. /liliOwn the site Emergency Response Plan, conduct scheduled drills, and serve as Incident Commander / Plant Emergency Officer during crises. /liliDeploy enterprise and platform initiatives at the site level and participate in strategic planning with senior leaders. /liliMonitor new legislation and emerging issues to ensure compliance in a cost‑competitive manner. /liliDevelop and implement a site training strategy addressing regulatory and operational risks, including onboarding for new hires. /liliManage EHS aspects of external manufacturers, suppliers, and contractor programs in collaboration with procurement and operations. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliMinimum education: University or bachelor’s degree. /lili10–15 years of related experience. /lili8–10 years of people‑management experience. /liliCertified Preventionist per Belgian legal requirements. /liliStrong communicator, technical expertise, negotiation, cross‑cultural skills. /liliFluent in Dutch and English (written and oral). /liliProficient in Microsoft Office. /liliTravel: less than 20% of the time; domestic and international. /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ulliMaster’s degree. /liliExperience with PSM (Process Safety Management). /liliSpecialization in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related EHS disciplines. /liliBackground in EHS for pharmaceutical and chemistry sectors. /liliExperience with EHS data and data‑management systems. /liliAbility to energize and inspire high‑performance teams. /liliPositive “can‑do” attitude. /li /ulh3Required Skills /h3ulliCollaborating /liliCorporate Experience /liliCorrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) /liliDeveloping Others /liliEHS Compliance /liliEmergency Planning /liliEnvironmental Protection /liliFacility Management /liliFact‑Based Decision Making /liliInclusive Leadership /liliIndustry Analysis /liliLeadership /liliQuality Assurance (QA) /liliRegulatory Compliance /liliRisk Management /liliSafety‑Oriented /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliBase pay: 119,200–204,355EUR. /liliAnnual bonus tied to performance. /liliVacation days. /liliParental leave (minimum 12weeks). /liliBereavement and caregiver leave. /liliVolunteer leave. /liliWell‑being reimbursement. /liliPrograms for financial, physical, and mental health. /liliService‑anniversary and recognition awards. /liliEligibility for various insurance plans. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr