ESG & Safety Officer – Lesico Process Piping (Belgium)
Location: Leuven, Belgium (On-site) Type: Full-Time / Immediate Start Reporting to: Project Director & HQ ESG Lead
Role Summary
We are looking for a proactive ESG & Safety Officer to lead and oversee all Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) and Safety compliance activities for Lesico Process Piping. Serving major high-tech customers such as IMEC and CERN, you will be the bridge between technical safety requirements and corporate sustainability goals. This role requires a blend of technical expertise in piping safety, diplomatic stakeholder management, and a commitment to driving a "Safety First" culture across a multicultural workforce.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Safety & Technical Compliance
2. Site Oversight: Implement and enforce HSE procedures specific to process piping (e.g., pressure testing, chemical handling, and confined space entry) in accordance with Belgian law and customer policies.
3. Proactive Prevention: Conduct daily safety walks, lead interactive Toolbox Talks, and perform real-time incident prevention.
4. Permit Management: Oversee Work Permits (PTW), ensuring that all high-risk piping activities are documented and mitigated.
5. Incident Management: Lead root-cause investigations and develop corrective action plans that prevent recurrence.
6. ESG & Sustainability Leadership
7. Environmental Stewardship: Track industry-specific metrics including hazardous waste disposal (chemicals/oils), metal scrap recycling, and energy efficiency on-site.
8. Carbon Accounting: Support data collection for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, focusing on material transport and equipment fuel consumption.
9. Governance & Ethics: Ensure all project activities align with Lesico's ethical standards, labor rights, and transparent reporting.
10. ESG Reporting: Maintain documentation to support EU sustainability directives (CSRD) and provide monthly sustainability dashboards to HQ.
11. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
12. Cross-Functional Synergy: Act as the primary liaison between on-site technical teams, project managers, and HQ ESG leadership.
13. Client Relations: Partner with customer safety coordinators (IMEC/CERN) to ensure Lesico's operations integrate seamlessly with their facility-wide safety frameworks.
14. Internal Advisory: Support and coach site supervisors and sub-contractors to ensure a unified approach to safety and ESG compliance.
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Profile & Requirements
Technical Qualifications:
* Experience: Proven track record in HSE, ESG, or compliance within industrial construction or piping environments.
* Regulations: Deep knowledge of Belgian safety regulations (VCA/PBA certification is highly advantageous).
* Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the risks associated with process piping, cleanrooms, or high-tech laboratory environments.
Soft Skills & Competencies:
* Diplomatic Communication: Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and influence stakeholders at all levels, from site technicians to executive directors.
* Conflict Resolution: A calm, firm approach to enforcing safety protocols while maintaining positive working relationships.
* Multicultural Collaboration: Comfort working within diverse, international teams in a high-pressure, high-precision environment.
* Organization: Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage rigorous documentation alongside active field-work.
Language Skills:
* English: Fluent (Required for reporting and client interaction).
* Dutch/French: Strong spoken ability is highly preferred for local coordination.
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What We Offer
* High-Impact Environment: Work in some of Europe's most advanced high-tech facilities.
* Hybrid Career Path: A unique role that blends traditional safety management with the future-facing field of ESG.
* Growth: Long-term career development within the expanding Lesico Process Piping Europe network.
* Culture: A supportive team that values proactive thinking and professional autonomy.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person