TYPE: Initial one-year contract to become permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday (40 hours a week, core hours 10am-3pm)
SALARY: Depending on Experience, plus company car and holiday allowance
LOCATION: Geleen, Netherlands (hybrid working can be considered after probation)

QESH Manager Main Responsibilities:
Quality Management
● Lead and manage QA/QC processes to ensure compliance with standards relevant for the automotive industry
● Oversee quality audits (internal and external), supplier quality assessments, and customer complaints management
● Ensure product quality meets or exceeds automotive industry standards and customer expectations
● Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and improve overall process efficiency
● Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality and implement corrective actions where needed

Environmental Management
● Lead environmental initiatives to maintain ISO certifications, ensuring full compliance with environmental regulations, including REACH legislation
● Develop and implement strategies to reduce the company's carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency
● Ensure compliance with local, national, and international environmental regulations and promote sustainable practices
● Oversee environmental audits and drive initiatives for waste reduction and resource conservation

Safety and Health Management
● Develop, implement, and monitor SHE policies and procedures in line with industry best practices
● Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and accident investigations to ensure a safe working environment
● Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to workplace health and safety
● Provide training and development programs to ensure employees are aware of and adhere to safety standards

Chemical Management & Compliance
● Maintain and distribute accurate SDS documentation and manage the full lifecycle of chemicals
● Ensure correct labelling in accordance with GHS and optimize chemical inventory management
● Monitor compliance with chemical legislation (REACH, RoHS, etc.) in applicable regions
● Deliver training and define operational standards for safe chemical handling
● Review and approve new chemicals before introduction, including supplier documentation (SDS, COA, etc.)

Leadership and Coordination
● Act as the central point of contact for all quality, SHE, and chemical compliance matters
● Lead cross-functional teams in achieving compliance, safety, and quality goals
● Plan, coordinate, and execute internal and external audits, including parent company audits
● Ensure corrective and preventive measures are implemented for audit findings and non-conformities
● Work closely with Procurement and Production to align on material quality and compliance standards

QESH Manager Ideal Candidate:
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
● In-depth knowledge of automotive industry standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, 14001, and 50001)
● Excellent problem-solving skills, particularly in quality and process improvements
● High attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety and environmental management
● Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
● Commitment to sustainability, safety, and quality excellence
● Knowledge of chemical classification, handling, and compliance (REACH, RoHS, GHS)
● Able to conduct risk assessments and respond accordingly, based on corporate or industry guidelines
● Business level fluency in English and Dutch

** All applicants for the QESH Manager must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
*We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.