Facilities & Preventiemedewerker (Warehouse)

Established over 30 years ago here at Lifeplus our mission is to be the world leader in holistic wellbeing by helping millions of people to unlock the wellness within them.

We manufacture and distribute high quality nutritional supplements directly to our customers all over the world.  We are proud to have a team of enthusiastic customers and colleagues who are all dedicated to creating a legacy of wellbeing.

At Lifeplus we celebrate and embrace diversity and we believe that our success comes from creating a caring and fun community.

Job Purpose

The Facilities Co-ordinator & Preventive Officer ensures that our premises and services meet operational needs, creating a safe environment for employees. This role involves overseeing maintenance, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring health and safety (H&S) compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the planned preventative maintenance schedule, maintaining records and certifications.
• Support the Facilities and Health & Safety Manager and contractors as needed.
• Manage the Facilities Jira ticket portal, including ticket assignment and closure.
• Ensure compliance with Warehouse Access control by issuing security cards and checking in visitors promptly.
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, providing H&S induction and access rights.
• Order and maintain stock for facilities management services like printers and cleaning supplies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on purchasing tasks to meet business needs.
• Review invoices for approval from the Facilities and Health & Safety Manager.
• Execute projects as directed by the Facilities and Health & Safety Manager.
• Update noticeboards with H&S, benefits, and recruitment information.

Health and Safety:

• Conduct weekly premises audits for timely maintenance, recording data, and escalating concerns.
• Ensure all on-site contractors have the necessary health and safety documentation before entry.
• Promote adherence to Lifeplus H&S guidelines, ensuring personal and others' safety through RI&E implementation.
• Understand and adhere to Lifeplus Health & Safety procedures via eLearning, training, and handbooks.
• Facilitate DSE management for employee compliance with the Working Conditions Act.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and engagement of First Aiders and Fire Wardens, including regular emergency tests.

Preventive Officer:

• Ensure current Risk Assessments and effective implementation of the plan.
• Collaborate with HR on medical advice for a safe work environment, addressing necessary measures.
• Facilitate regular reviews and updates of risk assessments and documentation of SOPs and training materials.
• Verify that induction training for new employees is current and documented.
• Maintain a summary of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution.
• Monitor near misses and incident reports, advising or implementing measures for H&S compliance.
• Participate in monthly Health and Safety meetings.
• Conduct monthly Prevention Officer audits, including fire equipment inspections and emergency escape route checks.

Candidate Profile:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Dutch and English with the ability to convey complex messages to key stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads with a keen eye for detail and be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy.
• 3 years’ experience or qualification in health and safety compliance in a similar environment.
• Excellent people skills – being able to deal with internal and external stakeholders across the business at all levels.
• Excellent IT skills particularly Microsoft Office products

What we offer you:

• Benefit from a pension scheme with contributions of up to 6%. 
• Holiday allowance of 25 days per year, plus an additional 8% of your salary paid once a year. 
• A travel allowance starting from the first kilometer of your commute, supporting your travel costs. 
• Be covered with life assurance to provide peace of mind. 
• Free Lifeplus nutritional and personal care products available in the canteen
• Clean, quiet warehouse with a relaxing canteen, table football, vending machines, tea, coffee, and fresh fruit provided 
• Long term opportunities available