Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator - Diabetes Care - Benelux

Posted:
7/2/2026, 12:47:50 PM

Location(s):
Walloon Brabant, Belgium ⋅ Wavre, Walloon Brabant, Belgium

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$145k/yr

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

At Abbott, we are dedicated to helping people live their best possible lives through the power of health. Our innovative portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines.

Within our Diabetes Care division, we develop leading-edge solutions that empower people with diabetes to better manage their condition and improve their quality of life.

We are looking for an EHS Coordinator Benelux to lead and coordinate Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs across our Diabetes Care commercial entities in Belgium and the Netherlands.

In this role, you will act as the regional EHS expert, ensuring compliance, supporting field and office-based teams, and driving continuous improvement across multiple sites.

What You’ll Do

  • Ensure compliance with EHS legislation and Abbott standards across Belgium and the Netherlands

  • Coordinate and implement EHS programs across multiple Diabetes Care entities

  • Lead occupational health, ergonomics, and emergency preparedness initiatives

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to commercial and field activities

  • Support teams on safety topics including radiation, biohazards, and PPE

  • Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective and preventive actions

  • Manage EHS reporting, dashboards, and performance tracking

  • Act as the main EHS point of contact, driving alignment with leadership and external stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

  • Certification as Prevention Advisor (or willingness to obtain)

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety

  • Experience in a multi-site or regional environment

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

  • Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

  • Fluency in Dutch, French, and English

Working at Abbott

  • Work for a global healthcare leader committed to improving lives through innovative technologies

  • Be part of a purpose-driven organization with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and patient safety

  • Collaborate in a diverse, inclusive, and international environment

  • Access ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities

Abbott offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to build a meaningful career within a global organization.

     

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

     

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

        

LOCATION:

Belgium > Wavre : Building P2

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Not specified

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

     

     

     

Abbott

Website: https://abbott.com/

Headquarter Location: Illinois City, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1944

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Emergency Medicine ⋅ Genetics ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Medical ⋅ Medical Device ⋅ Nutrition ⋅ Pharmaceutical

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas