At a major terminal in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Steven works as a supervisor and fire / safety guard for Safety Masters, overseeing safety on site every day. He began his career at Multi Masters Group as a fire guard and has been part of our safety division since Safety Masters was established. Drawing on his experience in the construction industry and his strong focus on communication and teamwork, Steven helps ensure that high-risk activities at the terminal are carried out safely and efficiently. “Safety has always appealed to me, so when I saw the vacancies for fire guardand safety guard positions, I didn’t hesitate,” Steven says (pictured).
A day in the life of a supervisor at Safety Masters
As a supervisor, Steven is responsible for the technical organization of his team. “I make the schedules, make sure everyone has the right equipment, follow up on measurement results, and inform clients whenever necessary. I also support my team on site and carry out measurements myself. My focus is on control, communication, and making sure everything is done according to safety procedures,” he explains.
“Safety only works when everyone understands what’s going on and respects the agreements.”
According to Steven, communication is key: “Safety only works when everyone understands what’s going on and respects the agreements. That applies to my team and to the client. We want every colleague to feel comfortable asking questions and to know exactly what’s expected of them.”
What do a fire guard and a safety guard at an industrial site?
At industrial sites where high-risk work takes place, the fire guards and safety guards of Safety Masters maintain constant supervision. The fire guard monitors “hot work” such as welding, while the safety guard oversees operations in confined spaces such as storage tanks, silos, and ship holds.
They check permits, intervene when needed, and provide advice to improve workplace safety. They reduce risks related to fire, hazardous substances, or accidents and strictly follow procedures, well trained in both prevention and emergency response.
“At Safety Masters, we combine this with teamwork and constant communication with the client to ensure that everything runs safely and efficiently,” says Steven. In this way, our guards make sure that all activities remain safe and that both employees and clients can rely on a professional and trustworthy service.
Training and continuous improvement
New employees at Safety Masters receive thorough onboarding and guidance. “Everyone first takes an assessment and completes additional training, followed by annual refresher courses. We want our people to be well prepared and to understand why they do things a certain way. Sometimes, we even revise safety procedures together with the client if we find they are not safe enough. Safety is an ongoing process. You have to keep learning and improving,” Steven explains.
“Safety is never finished. You have to keep learning and improving.”
Collaboration with other Multi Masters Group divisions also runs smoothly. “On our sites, we work together with Security Masters and Green Masters. They handle access control and maintain the green areas around the offices,” he adds.
The strength of Safety Masters
The strength of Safety Masters lies in managing the entire safety process tailored to each client. Well-trained fire guards, precise planning, and constant follow-up ensure a reliable and professional team.
Steven explains: “We aim to provide the highest level of fire-guarding service, and we pursue that through attention to detail – inspections, permits, all those elements that give the client peace of mind. There’s always work here, and we’re never idle. There’s always something happening at the terminal. We’re a well-oiled machine. That’s how we remain a reliable team, ready every day to ensure safety and trust on the terminal.”
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