Legal Safety Coordinator (Construction Phase)

Location: Antwerp, Belgium 

Duration: Initially contracted until end of 2026, then 1 year contract extension

Project Context

This role offers the opportunity to join a major industrial construction project in Belgium, forming part of a large, long-term infrastructure development. The project is being delivered through an integrated management structure, with multiple contractors active on-site during execution.

The project team is committed to:

Zero lost time accidents or serious incidents

On-time and on-budget delivery

Full compliance with all applicable laws and safety standards

Job Purpose

The Legal Safety Coordinator will plan, coordinate, and maintain the health and safety framework during the construction phase of the project. Reporting functionally into the HSSE leadership, the role works closely with Construction Managers to ensure compliance with Belgian legislation and the highest safety standards on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Fulfil all duties of Safety Coordinator for the execution phase in accordance with: Belgian Welfare Law (4 August 1996) Royal Decree of 25 January 2001 (Temporary or Mobile Construction Sites)

Apply the hierarchy of prevention throughout construction activities

Update and manage the Safety & Health Plan in line with project progress

Maintain the coordination file and post-intervention dossier

Organise and chair contractor coordination meetings related to safety

Conduct regular site walk-arounds and inspections

Support Project, Construction, and HSSE Managers in resolving HSSE issues

Required Qualifications

Safety Coordinator Level A (Belgian legal certification – mandatory)

Safety Advisor Level 1 (advantageous)

Degree-qualified in engineering or a related technical discipline

Strong knowledge of Belgian HSSE legislation

Fluent in Dutch and proficient in English

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a legal safety coordinator on construction sites

Highly Advantageous

10+ years’ HSSE experience on large construction or industrial projects

Experience working with multiple contractors simultaneously

Strong planning and organisational capability

Full-time availability