Senior System Safety Engineer

We are seeking a System Safety Engineer to lead and oversee safety initiatives within complex technical projects. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with high-level safety standards and integrating risk management practices throughout engineering and operational activities. This is a hands-on position suited for candidates with a solid background in safety engineering and a collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard and risk analyses, including methods such as HAZOP, FTA, and FMEA, to proactively identify potential system issues.

• Ensure that all activities comply with relevant international safety and engineering standards.

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and improve overall system safety.

• Maintain structured and traceable hazard documentation, using established risk assessment frameworks.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to embed safety requirements into system designs and operations.

• Define, document, and monitor comprehensive system safety requirements for complex projects.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for system safety matters for both internal teams and external partners.

• Promote safety awareness through training, guidance, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

• Lead the safety engineering team, integrating safety processes into standard workflows.

• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members and support their professional development.

• Drive continuous improvement in safety practices, procedures, and tools.

• Ensure adherence to all internal health, safety, environment, and quality policies.
  

Candidate Profile

Candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.

• Extensive experience in system safety engineering, preferably in high-complexity environments such as shipbuilding, defence, or industrial automation.

• Proficiency in system safety analysis techniques and familiarity with standards such as IEC 61508, MIL-Std-882E, and equivalent directives.

• Proven leadership experience in managing high-performing teams.

• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office and requirements management tools.

• Fluency in English and Dutch; knowledge of German is an advantage.

• Strong professional references and ability to undergo security screening.

• Exclusive EU citizenship with a valid EU passport (candidates with visas, dual nationality, or non-EU status cannot be considered due to project security requirements).