EHS Safety Supervisor

Breda, reference 2026-00111

Job description

The Safety Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and ensuring safe execution of large construction projects. This role focuses on proactive safety management, compliance with EHS requirements and Policies, and close collaboration with project teams to prevent incidents and promote a strong safety culture. Safety is the top priority in all activities and decisions. In the function you will report to the EHS manager contractor management who will directly report to the EHS director.
Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate construction safety activities on large-scale projects
• Review, verify, and approve Work Permits to ensure compliance with safety requirements
• Conduct regular field safety inspections and site walkthroughs
• Identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and unsafe behaviors, and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Review and assess project EHS plans for adequacy, completeness, and compliance
• Work closely with Project Managers, contractors, and site leadership to integrate safety into project execution
• Support risk assessments, job safety analyses, and safe work method statements
• Stop work when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed
• Promote and enforce a strong safety-first mindset among all workers and contractors
• Report safety performance, findings, and incidents to project and EHS leadership

Requirements

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong focus on safety and risk prevention
• C2 level of Dutch, and working level of English
• Ability to prioritize safety over schedule or cost pressures
• Excellent observation and communication skills
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and EHS requirements
• Ability to work independently and confidently in the field
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence project teams

Qualifications:

• Relevant education or certification in Safety (MVK)
• Proven experience supervising construction safety on medium to large projects
• Knowledge of local safety regulations and industry standards

Only candidates who already reside in the Netherlands and hold a valid work permit will be considered for this position. You also have to speak a C2 level of Dutch.

Working conditions

• On-site in Breda work with occasionally weekends.
• Competitive salary package.
• Travel expense reimbursement depending on distance.
• A dynamic and international work environment with excellent opportunities for growth and development.
• The contract will be through Undutchables.

Work location

Breda

Company description

If your work feels meaningful, that’s because it is. Being part of an organization with a global impact means contributing to processes that directly support people around the world. In a diverse and international environment, professionals collaborate daily across research, manufacturing, logistics, and the development of innovative products.At the Breda site, products are labelled, assembled, stored, and shipped to countries worldwide. Over 1,000 employees representing more than 40 nationalities work together across supply chain operations, manufacturing, marketing, sales, and research.

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Recruiter contact

Katja Heurkens-Grunewald, Eindhoven
katja@undutchables.nl
+31(0)6-41198852