Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the Role

Maersk is seeking a passionate and experienced Regional Safety & Resilience Governance Manager who is eager to drive our European S&R initiatives, ensuring robust governance, consistent implementation of global standards, and effective delivery of key S&R programs across the region. In this role you will be part of the European S&R Leadership team, consisting of very dedicated and passionate colleagues. You'll be the trusted advisor to the team, focusing on program and project management, a strong safety culture, and rigorous operations execution and monitoring in a fast-paced environment.

This is the ideal role for someone who is skilled in QHSSE risk management, experienced in solving challenging problems in a large, complex business, and who is obsessed with data and insights, experimenting and iterating to achieve operational excellence.

This role will report directly to the Regional Head of Safety & Resilience, Europe, and will be primarily based in Rotterdam, with flexibility to consider other EU locations for the right candidate.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead Regional Projects: Drive planning and delivery of regional S&R initiatives, ensuring alignment with global standards, timelines, and priorities.

• Performance & Improvement: Monitor S&R KPIs, analyse data, and lead continuous improvement of regional programs and processes.

• Governance & Standardization: Implement governance frameworks and standardize tools, templates, and procedures to drive consistency and efficiency.

• Strategic Alignment: Align regional plans with the global S&R strategy, providing insights and advocating for local needs.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure strong coordination across Global, Regional, and Area teams for seamless execution of S&R initiatives.

• Training & Capability Building: Deliver training programs and support onboarding to build S&R knowledge and leadership at all levels.

• Data & Reporting: Manage regional reporting, ensuring accurate data, regulatory compliance, and actionable insights.

• Risk & Compliance: Support risk mitigation strategies and ensure adherence to relevant regulatory and internal standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of experience in QHSSE program/project management, preferably in logistics/supply chain.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly at all levels.

• Experience creating standards, procedures, and contributing to project playbooks, schedules, and stakeholder management.

• Business acumen and analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.

• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and passionate about learning and growth.

• Team player, comfortable in a global, matrixed organization, and willing to dive into details.

• Fluent in English (both written and spoken).

• Degree in safety, industrial engineering, quality, or related field.

• NEBOSH, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification (or working towards).

• Proficient with technology and data tools to drive process improvements i.e., tech-savvy skills.