Rolf Hetterschijt
About Rolf Hetterschijt
Rolf Hetterschijt is the Manager of SHEQ at Tronox, where he leads a team responsible for maintaining the ISO certified management system and oversees a product quality laboratory. He has extensive experience in health, safety, environment, and quality management, having held various positions at notable companies including AkzoNobel, TNO, ProRail, Shell, and AVR.
Current Role at Tronox
Rolf Hetterschijt serves as the Manager SHEQ at Tronox, a position he has held since 2020. He operates in the Rotterdam area and leads a team focused on maintaining the ISO certified management system at the Tronox Botlek site. His responsibilities include overseeing a 24/7 product quality laboratory and ensuring that environmental permit applications comply with regulatory standards. He coordinates emergency response and security measures at the chemical plant, managing compliance with corporate and legal HSEQ requirements at this high-risk Seveso (BRZO) site.
Previous Experience at AkzoNobel
Before joining Tronox, Rolf Hetterschijt worked at AkzoNobel as the HSE Manager in Sassenheim for 11 months from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he was responsible for health, safety, and environmental management within the organization, contributing to the overall safety culture and compliance with industry regulations.
Career Background at TNO and ProRail
Rolf Hetterschijt's career includes significant roles at TNO and ProRail. He was a Researcher and Project Leader at TNO from 1995 to 2001, where he worked in the Delft area of the Netherlands. Following this, he served as a Safety & Security Officer at ProRail from 2007 to 2014, based in the Utrecht area. These positions provided him with a strong foundation in safety management and project leadership.
Experience at Shell
Rolf Hetterschijt worked at Shell from 2001 to 2007 as Section Head Safety and Senior Advisor Environment at Shell Pernis. In this capacity, he focused on safety management and environmental compliance, enhancing his expertise in high-stakes industrial environments.
Educational Background in Physical Geography
Rolf Hetterschijt studied at Utrecht University, where he earned a Master of Science degree in Physical Geography. His studies spanned from 1989 to 1994, equipping him with a solid academic foundation that supports his professional roles in safety, health, environment, and quality management.