QHSE Manager

Function

For our client in Lummen We are looking for a QHSE Manager. In this role, you will be the central point of contact for quality, safety, health and prevention on site. You will work closely with the site director and form part of the management committee, enabling you to have a direct impact on operational performance, regulatory compliance and the continuous improvement of processes.

You combine an analytical mindset with a pragmatic approach and lead initiatives that enhance the quality of service, safety in the workplace and the satisfaction of customers and staff. You will be working in an environment where temperature-controlled logistics, speed and reliability are essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing and monitoring the quality and performance policy on site;
• Monitoring quality indicators and supporting various departments such as operations, sales and HR;
• Handling and following up on complaints, incidents, non-conformities and disputes;
• Analysing recurring quality issues and proposing structural improvements;
• Managing and further developing certification processes such as ISO and IFS;
• Overseeing the health management plan and monitoring applicable legislation and regulations;
• Developing the prevention strategy in line with the organisation’s and the group’s guidelines;
• Carrying out safety assessments and drawing up priority action plans;
• Monitoring accidents and fostering a vigilant safety culture;
• Advising management on QHSE risks and opportunities for improvement.

You will be given ample scope to take the initiative, to engage teams in the change process and to make a tangible contribution to ensuring the site operates safely, to a high standard and efficiently.

Profile

For the position of QHSE Manager at Lummen We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong commitment to quality, hygiene, safety and prevention within an operational environment. You will thrive in a role with responsibility, where you will work both strategically and hands-on, and switch effortlessly between analysis, consultation and on-the-job follow-up.

Your profile:

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in a relevant field such as safety, quality, logistics, life sciences or a similar discipline;
• You have 5 to 10 years’ experience in a QHSE, quality, safety or prevention role;
• Experience in logistics, transport, the supply chain or a temperature-sensitive environment is a definite asset;
• You have knowledge of quality and safety systems and are familiar with certification frameworks such as ISO and/or IFS;
• You excel at analysis, monitoring and reporting, and know how to turn actions into tangible results;
• You have a natural ability to influence people and know how to engage teams in change and improvement;
• You communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing;
• You speak Dutch fluently and are also proficient in English or French;
• You combine maturity, discretion and persuasiveness with a results-oriented approach;
• You are willing to work closely with various departments and operational stakeholders.

Organisation

Our client is a leading European player in temperature-controlled logistics and transport. It offers customised solutions for the safe and efficient transport and storage of fresh, frozen and other temperature-sensitive products. With a strong focus on quality, reliability and speed, the organisation supports customers in their national and international logistics challenges. Thanks to a strategic location in the heart of Europe and modern infrastructure, the company acts as an important hub within the European logistics network.

Offer

You will be joining a stable and dynamic environment where you will play a key role in the further professionalisation of QHSE at the site. The role offers a great deal of autonomy, visibility and collaboration with various internal stakeholders within an organisation committed to quality, reliability and continuous improvement.

What to expect:

• A full-time day role with fixed working hours;
• An employment contract with a salary of Class 7 PC 226, approximately between €3,800 and €4,600 gross per month, depending on experience and profile;
• The opportunity to have a direct impact on safety, quality and process improvement;
• An environment that offers scope for initiative, consultation and professional development;
• Personalised onboarding and support to help you quickly familiarise yourself with the site and how it works;
• The opportunity to help drive improvement projects within an organisation with strong logistics expertise;
• An environment in which you work alongside dedicated colleagues and form part of a close-knit local team within a larger European organisation.