Process Safety Consultant

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally in the energy industry.

Join Our Dynamic Safety and Risk Management Team in Benelux!

Are you ready to make a significant impact on safety and sustainability in the energy sector? Our passionate team, based in Belgium and the Netherlands, is at the forefront of driving change through hazard identification, risk assessment studies, and safety management system enhancement. As a member of our team, you'll be part of shaping safer and greener facilities for our industrial clients. From qualitative studies like HAZOP and HAZID to intricate quantitative risk assessments, your expertise will contribute to a resilient energy transition.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead sub projects within diverse projects, showcasing your proactive approach.
• Foster client relationships and play a pivotal role in project-related engagements.
• Contribute to innovative proposals for risk management solutions.
• Cultivate an internal and international network, exchanging knowledge and insights.

Please note that while this position is primarily based in Barendrecht (Rotterdam area), Netherlands, we also have office locations available in Groningen, Arnhem, and Antwerp (Belgium). We warmly welcome applications from candidates across the Benelux region. Successful applicants will be based in Barendrecht, but depending on individual preferences and business needs, working from one of our other offices may also be considered.

What we offer

• A permanent contract with competitive salary and annual profit-sharing.
• Additional vacation days and opportunities for international project participation.
• Benefits including smartphone, laptop, and potential for a business car.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage (pension, life, disability, medical).
• A healthy work-life balance with a new office featuring state-of-the-art ergonomics.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional and personal development opportunities in an international environment.

About you

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications and attributes:

• A Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven hands-on experience in process safety.
• Fluency in both Dutch and English, with strong command of technical terminology; proficiency in French or German is considered a significant advantage.
• Strong analytical capabilities and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• A high level of motivation and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

• You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.
• Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.
• We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.
• We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.
• Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.
• You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.
• We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.
• We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Working here

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.