Safety Coordinator

Location : Amsterdam

City : Amsterdam

State : Noord-Holland (NL-NH)

Country : Netherlands (NL)

Requisition Number : 42306

Are you a proactive safety professional with a passion for cultivating a truly safe and healthy work environment? At Bunge, we believe that safety is paramount. As our new
Safety Coordinator
at the Bunge plant in Amsterdam, you will be instrumental in upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental excellence for all our employees and operations.

This vital role places you at the heart of our commitment to safety. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, managing, and coordinating the full spectrum of Bunge Global's safety, occupational health, and environmental standards, policies, and procedures. Your dedication will directly contribute to preventing incidents, safeguarding our people and facilities, and embedding a proactive safety culture across our site.

Your Impact at Bunge:
In this dynamic role, you will champion a safety-first mindset and drive continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include:

• Safety Leadership & Implementation: Be the primary link between the shop floor and management, actively implementing safety systems and actions derived from Bunge's Production System, audits, and incident reports. You will verify, manage, and report on critical safety controls.
• Visible Field Presence: Spend significant time on the plant floor, acting as the go-to person for employees and contractors. You will coordinate job preparations, conduct Task Risk Assessments (TRAs), develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), lead toolboxes, and perform regular field walks.
• Cultivating a Proactive Safety Culture: Spearhead initiatives to promote active safety involvement across the site. This includes leveraging proactive indicator reporting, fostering 'free learnings,' and implementing safety recognition programs aligned with Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles.
• Incident Management & Analysis: Oversee the robust reporting and follow-up of all safety indicators and 'free learnings' involving Bunge employees, contractors, and visitors. Conduct thorough investigations into incidents and health hazards, analyze root causes, and develop effective action plans.
• Training & Development: Identify training needs and coordinate essential safety training and toolbox talks for all departments and tasks, including comprehensive inductions for contractors.
• Compliance & Improvement: Actively participate in implementing new safety systems and actions, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, audit findings, and Bunge Production System standards.
• Collaborative Safety Governance: Contribute actively to bi-weekly safety meetings and the safety committee, addressing safety concerns, establishing corrective actions, and participating in other organized safety forums.

What You Bring to Bunge:
You are an experienced safety professional with a robust foundation in HSE and an unwavering commitment to creating and maintaining secure work environments.

• Education: ou possess an equivalent vocational safety qualification (such as MVK or HVK in the Netherlands), a Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Engineering or an HSE-related discipline.
• Experience: You have a minimum of 3 years of experience within a production environment or large construction projects. We place significant value on proven experience as a safety coordinator or in a comparable role within the industrial, installation, or construction sectors. If you have substantial relevant experience, we encourage you to apply, even if your educational background differs.
• Expert Knowledge: In-depth understanding of regulations and standards in safety and occupational health.
• Practical Safety Skills: Proven competence in conducting thorough safety inspections, comprehensive risk assessments, and effective accident investigations.
• Training & Mentorship: A genuine passion for training, mentoring, and empowering teams to foster a truly proactive safety culture.
• Safety Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead safety meetings, drive impactful safety initiatives, and champion improvement projects.

What Bunge Offers You:
At Bunge, we value our people and their well-being. We offer a stimulating environment where your contributions make a real difference:

• Competitive Compensation: A rewarding salary package that recognizes your expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits: A robust pension program to secure your future.
• Safety-First Culture: Join a company where safety isn't just a priority, it's a core value embedded in everything we do.
• Inclusive Environment: Be part of a diverse culture where every employee is valued, respected, and encouraged to thrive.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous learning opportunities and career development pathways within a global leader.
• Impactful Work: Make a tangible difference in the well-being of our employees and the operational excellence of our Amsterdam plant.

Interested?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity, don't hesitate. Click the "Apply" button and let's connect.

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Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge's expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled