Job Description

YOUR ROLE.

Are you driven to elevate safety, quality, and sustainability to new heights within the maritime sector? At Deep Hydrography & Geophysics, a leading provider of nearshore survey services, you’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring safe and compliant operations—both onshore and offshore.

From mapping the Wadden Sea to international survey projects across Europe: every location presents unique challenges. In this dynamic role, you’ll hold a leadership position. You’ll work at a strategic level, but you’ll also influence daily practices. Together with the HSEQ Specialist and the project and fleet managers, you’ll be responsible for identifying, managing, and continuously improving risk mitigation. We don’t view safety as a checklist, but as a shared responsibility, where your proactive and creative approach makes all the difference.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING.

As HSEQ Manager, you are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety and quality standards throughout all project phases. You will supervise the HSEQ specialist and report to the Operations Director. Your responsibilities include:

• Implementing the HSEQ system within projects and overseeing its execution

• Further developing the HSEQ system through process standardization and translating laws and regulations into practical documentation

• Investigating incidents, conducting root cause analyses, and advising on structural improvement measures.

• Collaborating with project and fleet managers to ensure the safe execution of survey work

• Conducting and supporting audits, risk analyses, and HSE inspections (onshore and offshore)

• Managing and maintaining ISO certifications

• Proactively identifying risks and improving safety standards, both in the office and on the job site, as well as on board ships

• Actively contributing to a culture of continuous improvement in the areas of safety and quality

• Coordinating and ensuring compliance with Dutch and international occupational health and safety, environmental, and maritime legislation

WHO WE LOOK FOR.

• You have strong people management skills

• You are a true team player who collaborates effectively with various stakeholders

• You are proactive and not afraid to take responsibility or take the lead

• You have strong analytical skills with a keen eye for risks and solutions

• You have a strategic and practical mindset, are meticulous, and hands-on

• You understand that safety is not just about rules, but about people

• You are able to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams

WHAT WE ASK.

• Degree in safety engineering and college-level thinking skills

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in the offshore or maritime sector in a managerial role

• Experience with incident investigation methods (such as Tripod, Kelvin TOP-SET, etc.) is required

• Experience with risk management, audits, and compliance in technical environments

• Knowledge of survey vessels, associated equipment, and risks is a plus

• Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English

WHAT WE OFFER.

• Inspiring workplace in Amsterdam Noord next to the Vliegenbos for nice walks.

• Competitive salary based on your experience.

• Occasional opportunity to get to know the field of work on the boats.

• Plenty of opportunities for development and training.

• Freedom and responsibility in your role.

• Delicious and healthy lunch.

• Sporty activities after work like running and yoga.

• Friday afternoon drinks in our own Deep Bar and BBQs on the rooftop terrace.