Our client is looking for a Prevention Advisor Level 1 to take on the role of SHS Manager — Safety, Healthcare & Sustainability within its QSHS team.

You will lead prevention and well-being at work across the Benelux region, combining technical expertise, operational support and team management.

You will directly manage three SHS colleagues. As the only holder of the Belgian Prevention Advisor Level 1 qualification within this team, you will be the main point of contact for complex situations and issues requiring escalation.

Your responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor the prevention policy, taking into account legal requirements and the operational realities of each site.
• Advise management and employees on the various aspects of well-being at work, including safety, health, ergonomics, psychosocial risks, fire prevention and environmental matters.
• Conduct and update risk assessments, define preventive measures and monitor annual action plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, particularly Belgian legislation and the Code on Well-being at Work.
• Organise workplace inspections, incident investigations and audits, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the external service for prevention and protection at work and support the activities of the Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work (CPPT/CPBW).
• Organise training and awareness initiatives to strengthen the prevention culture.
• Liaise with the relevant authorities and provide support during inspections.
• Lead, support and develop the three SHS colleagues across the Benelux region.
• Contribute to improving the QSHS team’s tools and processes.

Your profile

• You hold a Prevention Advisor Level 1 qualification recognised in Belgium. This qualification is mandatory.
• You have proven experience in logistics, warehousing or transport-related activities.
• You have a thorough understanding of Belgian legislation on well-being at work.
• You have experience in leadership and team management.
• You have professional proficiency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
• You can translate prevention requirements into practical actions and advise both operational teams and management.
• You are available to travel regularly to sites across the Benelux region.

Location and travel

Your main place of work will be Melsele, with office attendance expected three days per week.

The role covers the entire Benelux region. Site visits are shared among team members; you will personally oversee certain sites, visiting them monthly or more frequently, depending on operational needs.

What our client offers

• A full-time, permanent employment contract.
• A role combining prevention expertise, an on-site presence and managerial responsibilities.
• A Benelux-wide scope within an international environment.
• The opportunity to improve practices and support the development of the SHS team.

Recruitment process

The recruitment process consists of two interviews: an initial discussion with Human Resources, followed by an interview with the operational managers.