Afdeling: QHSE - Quality, Health, Sustainability and EnvironmentBESIX Group is a leading multidisciplinary Belgian Group, active in construction, real estate development, and concessions. Founded in 1909, BESIX has grown impressively and now operates across Northern and Eastern Europe, North and Central Africa, the Middle East (via BESIX Construct), as well as in Australia.The Group distinguishes itself through its internal Engineering Department, offering deep expertise in geotechnical engineering, concrete technology, planning, BIM, System Engineering, and other advanced tools.BESIX achieved a turnover of EUR 4.1 billion in 2025 and employs approximately 10,000 people across 26+ countries, representing over 80 nationalities.BESIX is committed through sustainable and responsible practices to leave a positive legacy. We integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our operations, from reducing carbon emissions and promoting circular construction to fostering inclusive workplaces and ethical governance.Our sustainability charter and roadmap guide us in creating long‑term value for communities, clients, and future generations.Learn more at: https://www.besix.comOverall Purpose of the RoleThe BESIX Group QHSE Director is responsible for defining, driving, and supporting the overarching Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) strategy, governance, and processes across all Business Lines of BESIX Group. The role is primarily focused on Health & Safety, reflecting the Group’s risk profile, with a specific emphasis on Business Line Construction and Affiliates.The role ensures that QHSE is positioned as a core business enabler, supporting operational excellence, risk management, and sustainable growth across all Business Lines, with a primary operational focus on Business Units and other Group entities.The position reports to the COO of BESIX Construction.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & GovernanceDefine and drive the Group‑wide QHSE vision, strategy, and priorities aligned with the business objectives and ensure clear delineation between Group level & Operational level (execution, ownership within Business Units).Foster strong internal stakeholder alignment across Business Lines, Business Units and operational teams to drive alignment.Act as a dynamic and inspiring leader and promote a high‑performance QHSE culture.Represent BESIX externally towards clients, partners, subcontractors, public authorities, regulatory and certification bodies on QHSE matters.Organisation & Team ManagementLead and manage the Group HQ QHSE team and provide functional guidance and coaching (dotted line) to QHSE managers in Business Line Construction and Business Line Affiliates.Define and manage the Group QHSE budget.Strengthen competenciesthrough structured training, leadershipdevelopmentand knowledge sharing.Scope of Responsibilities1. Health & Safety (≈50%) – BL Construction & BL Regional and Specialised ContractorsDefine, maintain and promote Group‑wide H&S programmes, key H&S processes, standards and governance.Establish and oversee KPI frameworks and data management and ensure compliance with international standards and regulatory changes.Act as Business Owner for H&S digital tools and platforms (e.g. OASIS).TrainingDefine and develop Group‑level H&S training programmes in collaboration with Business and People Department.Ensure effective rollout via internal and/or external providers and maintain competency developments with People Department.OperationsEnsure robust Root Cause Analyses for all incidents requiring crisis notification and support pro‑active risk identification and mitigation across projects and tenders.Coordination with Regional and Specialised Contractors QHSE & Management Teams.Ensure monthly reporting.2. Quality (≈20%) – BL Construction & BL Regional and Specialised ContractorsDefine and promote Group‑wide Quality programmes, framework and continuous improvement culture and support Business Units in defining core Quality processes.Act as Business Owner for Quality‑related digital and data tools.OperationsEnsure Root Cause Analyses for major quality incidents and report Quality performance and crisis notifications to OPCO.Develop and deploy with the BU corporate Quality training programmes.3. Environment (≈15%) – BL Construction & BL Regional and Specialised ContractorsSupport Business Lines in defining core environmental processes.Act as Business Owner for environmental data and reporting tools.OperationsSupport mitigation of serious environmental incidents or breaches.Coordination with Regional and Specialised Contractors QHSE & Management Teams.Ensure Root Cause Analyses for environmental incidents and report on environmental performance.4. Integrated Management System (≈15%) – BL ConstructionDefine and drive the strategy for the Integrated Management System (IMS – Blue Sky / Terra) in collaboration with OPCO and project leadership.OperationsSupport implementation of IMS across the organisation.Support audit processes to maintain certifications and licence to operate.Support trainings in coordination with the People Department.Experience & SkillsProven leadership experience in a QHSE or operational leadership role within construction or a related industry.Strong understanding of complex project environments and risk management.Demonstrated ability to:Translate strategy into pragmatic programmes.Drive behavioural change and culture transformation.Manage data‑driven performance systems.Foster a culture of continuous learning, safety, quality and environmental responsibility.Personal AttributesDynamic team player with a strong ability to collaborate across organisational boundaries.Strong focus on internal stakeholder alignment and influencing without direct authority.Mobility, regular travel planned and unplanned are expected.Agile, pragmatic, and results‑oriented mindset.Excellent communication and representation skills (internal & external).LanguagesFluent in English (mandatory) + Fluent in French and DutchWhy this role mattersThis role is critical in ensuring BESIX continues to strengthen its safety culture, operational excellence, and licence to operate, while positioning QHSE as a value driver for the business and its stakeholders.BenefitsAn attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market and a range of employee benefits such as flexible mobility advantages, extra‑legal pension, medical care insurance, work‑life balance program (such as teleworking, flexible work schedule, mobile working), Health Management (sport, health check‑up program, …)Career development programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon;A dynamic, creative and safe working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavours (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions);Possibility to work on complex projects within both a local and international environment;The choice to remain locally anchored for the coming years or to seek an exciting international career opportunity within the group.Equal OpportunityIn line with its behaviour of “Be Inclusive”, BESIX intends to accommodate for any reasonable accommodation (non‑disproportionate burden), tangible or intangible, that would neutralise the limiting influence of an inappropriate environment on the participation of a person with a disability. 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