Safety Director Netherlands

The organisation

Stora Enso is a leading global bioeconomy company, driven by the ambition that all products and solutions will be 100% renewable by 2050. As one of the world's largest private forest owners, they believe that everything made from fossil resources today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Stora Enso develops innovative, renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden constructions. With around 21,000 employees worldwide, divided into 5 different divisions, they contribute to the transition to a circular bioeconomy. Ultimately, Stora Enso’s aim is to provide and promote products that remove more carbon than they emit and promote biodiversity.

Stora Enso's Business Unit Western Europe is one of the largest producers of corrugated board in Europe. They are committed to reduce their customers' environmental footprint and supply sustainable, high-quality corrugated packaging to large, well-known brands in various sectors, including retail, agriculture, horticulture, food, e-commerce and industry. They also offer a wide range of complementary services such as converting, printing, warehousing, logistics and transport. 

The position

The Safety Director Netherlands plays a critical role in embedding safety as a core value across the Store Enso operations in the Netherlands. This leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive safety programmes and policies, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, industry standards, and Stora Enso’s strategic objectives. With a focus on fostering a strong safety culture, the Safety Director will drive initiatives that safeguard employees, processes, and the environment, while promoting continuous improvement.

In this role, you will take ownership of integrating the Integrated Management System Policy, encompassing safety, quality, product safety, machinery safety, environmental considerations, and supply chain safety. By maintaining and ensuring compliance with relevant standards, you will help uphold the high-quality benchmarks defined in the organisation’s documentation

Candidate profile

• Extensive experience in production environments and similar leadership roles, with excellent team-working abilities in international matrix organizations
• Comprehensive view, strong analytical skills, and a pragmatic, inclusive approach to leadership
• Persistent, systematic, and results-driven, with a creative mindset for finding innovative solutions and a "can-do" attitude to overcoming challenges
• Strong adaptability and flexibility in dynamic work environments, paired with the ability to work independently and with self-motivation
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English, with Dutch proficiency as a plus, and proven leadership skills to inspire and motivate others

Interested?

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