Occupational Health & Safety Advisor – NS

EMW

. Act as principal Health and Safety Administrator at the base location and support additional sites .

Posted 10/15/2026contractBrussels • BelgiumJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) principles, including the implementation of ISO 45001 standards, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness. Capable of delivering training programs and managing compliance across multiple sites while ensuring workforce wellbeing.

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ISO 45001 ImplementationRisk AssessmentEmergency Preparedness CoordinationOHS Training Program DesignNATO SECRET Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Occupational Health And Safety PrinciplesOHS Procedure ImplementationIncident InvestigationWorkplace InspectionsRisk AssessmentHealth And Safety ComplianceTechnical Monitoring ProgramsEmergency ProceduresISO 45001 Internal AuditorBudget Management

Soft Skills

PlanningOrganizingCoordinationCommunicationStaff Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWordExcelPowerPointOneNoteOutlookOneDrive

Industry Keywords

Health And Safety AdvisorFacility ManagementBuilding ConstructionNational And International Health And Safety LawsPsychosocial Risk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as principal Health and Safety Administrator at the base location and support additional sites
Provide expert OHS advice to projects and staff and serve as focal point for Host Nation regulatory compliance
Draft and implement OHS procedures aligned with ISO 45001 and support policy and programme development
Conduct inspections, audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective-action monitoring
Plan and deliver training, awareness, communication activities, and support the Health and Safety Committee
Coordinate emergency preparedness, including fire, first aid, and response arrangements
Liaise with Occupational Health Services to support workforce wellbeing
Prepare local OHS reports, assist with budget submissions, and manage OHS projects or technical interventions
Provide continuous OHS advisory support during HQ relocation, mitigating construction, move-in, and operational start-up risks
Coordinate OHS aspects of the HQ Building Project with project, facilities, security, and medical teams
Monitor safety readiness of new premises, including fire systems, evacuation routes, first-aid arrangements, and ergonomics
Act as focal point for incident prevention and response during the transition
Preserve and transfer OHS knowledge, risk registers, and contractor-management information
Support post-occupancy evaluation and recommend corrective or preventive measures
Prepare periodic OHS performance, risk, and mitigation updates for CQO and the Transition Project Manager
Contribute to staff engagement through awareness sessions, induction briefings, and safety materials
Perform other duties consistent with Occupational Health and Safety as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in a related discipline, such as a Science degree
2 years post-related experience
Sound knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, legislation, and standards, with familiarity with ISO 45001
Demonstrated experience implementing OHS procedures, conducting risk assessments, supporting workplace inspections, and investigating incidents
Understanding of relevant national and international health and safety laws, regulations, and standards
Ability to design and deliver health and safety training programs, including manual handling, PPE use, and emergency procedures
Experience supporting or coordinating emergency preparedness activities
Competent use of Microsoft Office applications, mainly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, and OneDrive
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and complete work assignments in a timely manner
Experience reporting to senior and executive management level
Desired: Experience as a Health and Safety Advisor in an international or multi-site organization
Desired: Experience implementing ISO 45001 or similar OHS management systems
Desired: Experience as an ISO 45001 internal auditor or equivalent
Desired: Continuing professional development through professional body membership, external study, or continuing training
Desired: Experience in emergency preparedness, psychosocial risk management, and technical monitoring programs such as noise, air quality, and radiation
Desired: Experience managing Health & Safety compliance in Facility Management or building construction