HSE Coordinator

Are you motivated to work with HSE processes and enhance safety awareness in a dynamic environment? This is a unique opportunity to support offshore service operations in HSE matters and to be part of an international HSE team. 

People & Culture > Global Health, Safety & Environment > Offshore BE 

As part of the North and Central Europe (NCE) region, our HSE team provides essential support to the O&M department within Cluster 3. We work closely with operational teams across 11 offshore wind farms located in Belgium and the Netherlands to ensure the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and risk management. In this complex offshore environment, our department plays a critical role in promoting a strong safety culture and supporting safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Support offshore service operations in enhancing safety awareness, building a positive safety culture, rolling out HSE campaigns, implementing the annual action plan, conducting HSE-related trainings, and handling all relevant HSE reporting and tasks
• Review and update HSE documents, assist in the creation and review of risk assessment, toolbox talks and other relevant documents
• Participate in Toolbox Talks, internal and external HSE inspections and meetings
• Follow up on HSE processes and customer requirements and participate in customer meetings
• Report hazard observations, near misses and incidents in the incident management system, support the incident investigations. Advise and align with Service managers, supervisors and O&M team on preventive and corrective actions

Qualifications

• Experience from a similar HSE role within wind power/energy sector or adjacent industries
• Have experience with HSE policies, processes and incident handling, registration and investigation
• Have experience in the review and creation of HSE Documents (such as risk assessment, toolbox talks)
• Have good IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to quickly understand and learn new systems
• Good command of the English and the Dutch language (written and spoken) is required

Competencies

• Being an HSE Role Model (behaviour/talk) and a motivated, credible and transparent team player
• The ability to coach teams to create an improved safety culture rather than merely imposing safety rules
• Have the ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks while managing and being responsible for them
• Have a structured work style
• Have good communication and facilitation skills towards all relevant local stakeholders
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in emergency and other stressful situations
• Preparedness and ability to learn on the job and in training courses

What we offer

We are a great team with colleagues who support each other and work together in a work environment in which the preparedness to take initiative and accountability are highly valued. We offer attractive remuneration and benefits paired with great opportunities for professional and personal development in a region with considerable potential growth over the coming years. This is your opportunity to maintain and develop a safe work environment in a sustainable industry. 

Additional information

The role will be based in our office in Ijmuiden, Netherlands. You are required to work in-office but will also do offshore visits when required. Some travelling is to be expected, up to 20 days per year, mainly to Belgium where many team members are located. We reserve the right to amend or withdraw this job posting at any time, including before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply no later than 24/07/2026. 

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

 
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

 
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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