SHEQ Manager

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OUR VISION:

Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #:

034473 SHEQ Manager (Open)

Job Description:

For our manufacturing plant in the heart of Amsterdam we are seeking a Safety, Health, Environment and Quality manager to be responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving the management systems. In this role you are responsible for ensuring full compliance with legal and Greif standards. The role drives zero harm, product quality, and process discipline by providing expert guidance, enabling the organisation, and working closely with peer managers to achieve overall plant performance and customer satisfaction in line with the Greif Way.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Health

Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations and Greif standards

Develop, maintain, and improve HSE management systems

Lead risk assessments, audits, and safety inspections

Drive incident reporting, investigation, and corrective actions

Promote and embed a strong safety culture across the plant

Quality Management & Compliance

Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)

Conduct audits and ensure closure of non‑conformities

Drive process control, SOPs, and quality standards

Lead customer complaint resolution and corrective actions

Ensure alignment with Greif standards and best practices

SHEQ Governance & Systems Management

Develop and review SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems

Ensure alignment with legal requirements and Greif Business System (GBS)

Monitor performance through KPIs, reporting, and trend analysis

Advise plant management on risks and improvement actions

Maintain compliance with certifications and standards (ISO, etc.)

People Leadership & Capabilities Building

Lead, coach, and develop SHEQ team members (e.g. quality inspectors, coordinators)

Build SHEQ awareness and capability across the plant

Support managers and supervisors in applying SHEQ standards

Drive training, engagement, and behavioral change

Continuous Improvement & Risk Reduction

Lead and support improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, and environment

Analyse trends and identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities

Reduced incidents and defects through sustainable improvements

Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive measures

Champion Greif Business System (GBS) in improvement activities

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Plant Performance

Collaborate closely with Production, Maintenance, and Planning & Logistics Managers

Provide expert guidance while enabling operational ownership of SHEQ

Align SHEQ priorities with plant objectives and customer requirements

Communicate risks, performance, and improvement opportunities transparently

Requirements

HBO work‑ and thinking level, preferably in Safety, Environmental, or Technical discipline

Relevant certifications such as HVK (Hogere Veiligheidskunde)

5–7 years in a production or industrial environment

Experience with SHEQ systems, audits (ISO), and compliance management

Proven experience influencing operational teams and management

Knowledge of Dutch HSE legislation

Fluent in English and Dutch

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