Project QHSE Engineer – Dredging

DEME Group

. Support project teams with risk assessments, safety inspections and audits, incident investigations and other QHSE-related activities.

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeZwijndrecht • BelgiumMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in QHSE practices, including risk assessments, safety inspections, and compliance monitoring, while fostering a strong safety culture through effective communication and training initiatives. Proficient in data analysis to identify trends and improve safety measures in operational environments.

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QHSE ExperienceRisk AssessmentSafety InspectionsData AnalysisFluent in English

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentSafety InspectionsIncident InvestigationsCompliance MonitoringData AnalysisOccupational SafetyOperational SafetyQHSE LegislationContinuous Improvement ProgramsSafety Training

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailConfident CommunicationProactive ApproachTeam Engagement

Industry Keywords

QHSESafety CultureToolbox TalksTraining InitiativesOperational EnvironmentInternational Dredging ProjectsDEME ProceduresSafety CampaignsProject ManagementEnvironmental Sciences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project teams with risk assessments, safety inspections and audits, incident investigations and other QHSE-related activities.
Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, inductions, coaching and daily interaction with teams on site.
Identify potential risks and unsafe situations and implement practical preventive measures with project teams.
Monitor compliance with applicable QHSE legislation, industry standards and DEME procedures.
Support safety campaigns, training initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
Collect, analyse and report QHSE data to identify trends, risks and areas for improvement.
Maintain close communication with the QHSE department, project management and operational teams.
Work from DEME’s headquarters in Zwijndrecht and on international dredging projects on a rotational schedule.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Environmental Sciences or another QHSE-related field.
At least 3 years of relevant QHSE experience, with a strong focus on occupational and operational safety.
Experience in a technical, operational or project-driven environment is an advantage.
Genuine passion for safety and enjoyment of working close to operations and people in the field.
Hands-on and proactive approach, with comfort addressing safety issues and engaging with operational teams.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, combined with a practical mindset.
Confident communication with different stakeholders, from crews and site teams to project management.
Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.
Willing and able to travel worldwide and work on rotational schedules for international dredging projects.
Able to work from DEME’s headquarters in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, when not assigned to a project abroad.

Benefits

Comp & perks

An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
The opportunity to combine work at our headquarters with hands-on experience on international dredging projects.
A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.