Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Auditor (Line of Defence 2)

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date.

ICE CREAM is hiring for Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Auditor (Line of Defence 2)

Location: Netherlands HQ (Amsterdam)

Local conditions apply

Full-time/Part-time

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.

If you are in the Unilever Ice Cream business or consider choosing to work for the Unilever Ice Cream business, you will work for the Global, leading Ice Cream player with €7.9bn Turn Over in 2023. The Ice Cream business is operating in a highly attractive category, as we are part of the 1 trillion snacking and refreshment industry, growing consistently at high pace. We have strong brands equities: 5 of top 10 selling brands including Wall’s, Magnum, Ben &Jerry’s. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025.

Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure. As Ice Cream company we are committed to developing and nurturing talent within our Ice Cream company. You will have ample options for career growth and exploration, allowing you for you to explore roles and opportunities across the new organisation. Your career development will be a priority for us, and we are dedicated to supporting your growth journey within the new company. We hope that you will want to build the new chapter of our Ice Cream history together with us.

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream

Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win.

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.

JOB PURPOSE:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Safety, Health, and Environment Auditor (Line of Defence 2) to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for auditing compliance with SHE standards across UL sites, including factories, distribution centres, offices, and R&D facilities. This role requires extensive travel with colleagues and expertise in SHE standards to ensure our sites meet the highest levels of compliance and UL’s market leading commitments to Safety, Health and the Environment are realised.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and agree the SHE audit plan

• Lead comprehensive SHE audits at various company sites globally.

• Evaluate compliance with internal and external SHE standards and regulations.

• Identify areas of non-compliance and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.

• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to senior management.

• Summarise themes from the individual audits to look for systemic gaps and present to senior leaders.

• Collaborate with site management to develop and implement corrective action plans.

• Monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure continuous improvement.

• Stay updated on the latest internal and external SHE standards and regulations and best practices.

• Design and deploy an efficient and effective internal (Line of Defence 2) Audit programme which is continuously improved.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: 

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Technical Expertise:

  • In-depth knowledge of SHE standards (e.g Process Safety, Environmental compliance and Occupational Health and safety Management) and regulations. This includes global and local regulations relevant to the audited sites.

  • Experience with SHE auditing processes and methodologies and overall UL Audit programme.

  • Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements and how they apply to specific site operations

  • Specialist technical experience in Process Safety or Environmental or Industrial Hygiene is essential.

• Analytical Skills:

  • Ability to comprehend and synthesise a site risk profile

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Attention to detail and ability to identify potential risks and non-compliance issues.

• Communication Skills:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to prepare clear and concise audit reports.

  • Strong presentation skills to effectively communicate findings to senior management.

• Interpersonal Skills:

  • Ability to work collaboratively with site teams and senior management.

  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in diverse environments.

• Personal Skills

  • Strong commitment to ethical standards and integrity

  • Ability to hold people accountable

  • Healthy curiosity to get the bottom of issues

• Organizational Skills:

  • Strong project management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple audits and prioritize tasks effectively.

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Professional Qualifications:

  • Degree qualified in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field.

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor) are highly desirable.

  • Experience in SHE, Auditing, Engineering or a related field.

• Additional Requirements:

  • Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50% of the time).

  • Proficiency in using audit management software and tools.

WHAT DOES UNILEVER OFFER/WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40%-60% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).

• Home work allowance

• Company laptop and mobile phone

• Green Mobility Policy.  

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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