Overview
Make your mark for patients
We’re looking for a Head of Operational HSE who is committed, strategic, and inspiring to join our team, based in our Braine-l’Alleud campus in Belgium.
About the role
You’ll be at the forefront of operational safety across our Belgian sites. You’ll lead HSE initiatives, drive improvement plans, coordinate HSE managers, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver practical solutions tailored to operational needs.
Who you’ll work with
You’ll collaborate with SPOC (Single Point of Contact) HSE and HSE contacts. You’ll also support the Head of HSE and act as a strategic backup when needed.
What you’ll do
You lead and coach the SPOC HSE team
You translate HSE standards into actionable operational solutions
You drive the Safety Improvement Plan and ISO 45001 integration
You manage relationships with unions and prevention committees
You design and deliver targeted HSE training
You oversee departmental budgeting (OPEX/CAPEX)
Education, experience, and skills
Master’s degree, certified Safety Advisor Level 1 or level 2 with relevant experience
Proven leadership and ability to inspire and engage
Previous experience as manager is mandatory
Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in industrial settings
Strong knowledge of Belgian safety regulations and HSE systems
Analytical mindset, client-oriented and solution-driven
Excellent communication skills in French and English
Ready to apply? Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
Equal opportunity UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
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