Safety and Quality Project Officer

CEFIC - European Chemical Industry Council

About the Organisation

European chemical industry is indispensable to modern life, producing the building blocks and high-tech materials on which modern societies are built. Our molecules and materials are used in every industry, from agriculture to construction, food and beverages, energy, health care and medicines, machinery, textiles, hospitals, and transportation. We deliver a range of solutions needed to deliver the EU Green Deal, from better batteries, solar panels, wind turbines, and smarter, more energy-efficient materials. Cefic supports the EU Green Deal and Europe’s ambition to become climate-neutral by 2050. Cefic’s Mid-Century Vision illustrates our views on pathways to a more sustainable future.

The European Union’s chemical sector employs 1.2 million highly qualified people directly in 28,000 companies. The chemical sector supports around 19 million jobs across all supply chains. It generates more than €540 billion a year in sales and €170 billion in European value added. Our industry has embraced corporate social responsibility, ethical behaviour and the principles of Responsible Care.

About the role

As part of the Transport & Logistics team, you will support advocacy initiatives, monitor key policy developments, assist expert working groups, and help draft industry positions reflecting legal, political, and company perspectives. You will also contribute to developing best practices in sustainable and digital chemical supply chains. In this role as a Safety and Quality Project Officer, you will have the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of quality, safety, and security of chemical transport and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Transport & Logistics Director with managing members’ network teams.
• Support advocacy and member compliance concerning transport & logistics quality, safety, and security with relevant EU and international regulations;
• Assist the Transport & Logistics Safety Manager at internal and external safety meetings (UN, IMO, EU);
• Execute operational tasks related to safety and quality systems like SQAS and ICE;
• Manage the performance review related to SQAS and ICE;
• Managing the public resources and communication (website, social media);
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on quality and safety issues;
• Prepare and coordinate meetings and workshops, create presentations, and write meeting reports.

Skills, Competencies, & Experience

• Minimum of 2-5 years of professional experience in administrative and/or project support, a related or similar function;
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and results-oriented;
• Knowledge of the chemical and transport industry is a definite plus.
• Quick learner with a curious personality and who can work under pressure and prioritize while managing multiple tasks and responsibilities;
• Good team player who can work as well independently and objectively in a multi-functional and multicultural team;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Full professional proficiency in English (written and oral), additional European languages are a definite asset.

Required Qualifications

•  Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, logistics, or business management;

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Benefits.
• Opportunities to understand the business dimension of the European industry, within the EU regulatory framework;
• Opportunity to work with other industry associations, including downstream users;
• Environment with a positive attitude towards stress and mindful of work–personal life balance;
• Working on dynamic and challenging topics;
• Prepared to work in Belgium (Brussels);
• Opportunities for employee development (training, coaching, mentorship);

Working locations

• Rue Belliard 40, B15, 1040 Brussels in office

How to apply

• Please send your application with full curriculum vitae and motivation letter before 16th May 2025 to: Jessica Bart-Williams, HR Officer, Rue Belliard 40, b15, 1040 Brussels – E-mail address: [email protected]
• Please note that in the course of the recruitment process, your application may be shared with internal departments.

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