Senior Safety Engineer - Permitting & Environmental

As an Engineer in the petrochemical sector, you play a leading role in the design, development and improvement of a plant and you work closely together on the largest projects. Together with a team of experts, you will provide efficient and sustainable solutions that meet the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance, permitting and environmental activities across multidisciplinary engineering projects
• Integrate permitting requirements into early design phases (concept, FEED, detailed design) to avoid late-stage risks
• Manage and coordinate Dutch environmental permitting processes, including authority engagement
• Provide expertise on:
  • Environmental regulations and compliance
  • Emissions to air, soil, and water
  • EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) deliverables
  • BAT/BREF and regulatory frameworks
• Act as the key interface between engineering teams, clients, and regulatory authorities
• Identify permitting risks early and implement practical, cost-effective solutions
• Support project delivery by managing scope, schedule, and budgets for your discipline
• Contribute to continuous improvement by applying innovative tools, methods, and digital solutions

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, permitting, or Safety Engineering, preferably in the (petro-)chemical or industrial sector
• Solid knowledge of:
  • Dutch permitting frameworks (e.g. Omgevingswet, Activiteitenbesluit)
  • PGS guidelines and environmental legislation
  • EIA processes and environmental assessments
• Experience embedding regulatory requirements into engineering design processes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary and international teams
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English

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