Eckart Hillenkamp

Q: Where is Eckart based?

Eckart is based in Oberhausen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Eckart speak?

Eckart speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Eckart have?

Eckart has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Eckart has worked in at least 1 role and for 1 company . The average length of individual experience is 16 years and 6 months . Note that Eckart may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Eckart's latest experience?

Eckart's most recent position is Founder at AREGUS Services .

Q: What companies has Eckart worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Eckart has worked for AREGUS Services .

Q: Which industries is Eckart most experienced in?

Eckart is most experienced in industries like Chemical , Manufacturing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Eckart most experienced in?

Eckart is most experienced in business areas like Audit and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Eckart worked in recently?

Eckart has recently worked in industries like Chemical , Manufacturing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Eckart worked in recently?

Eckart has recently worked in business areas like Audit and Quality Assurance .

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Oberhausen, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2011 - Present

15 years 7 months

Founder

AREGUS Services

Consulting for industrial companies in the area of legal compliance (EHSQ), i.e. for safety, environmental and health protection, and management topics
Explosion protection for Bayer AG, DB Cargo (Deutsche Bahn), Siemens, H.G.S., Dehn SE, Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik and Eickhoff Gießerei
Consulting on explosion protection
Preparation of explosion protection documents and training of competent persons for the inspection of systems in Ex areas
Consulting projects for Cölner Benzin Raffinerie, AECI Schirm, Aglukon, Aixtron
EC conformity assessment procedures according to the Machinery Directive, ATEX and Low Voltage Directive (risk assessment and CE marking, machine safety)
Fire and explosion protection for Marienhospital BOT
Assessment of older machines at H.G.S. (CHP plants)
EC conformity assessment procedures for REMONDIS, Josef Meissner, Huber Technology and Milag paint booths
Consulting services on machine safety for ENGIE, Aixtron and BASF
Consulting projects for Ruthmann aerial work platforms, Hydac and Sika
Projects for ABA Pyrotechnik and confidential projects for the defense industry
Project support for the new construction of hazardous substance storage and interim safety specialist for FIEGE HealthCare Logistics GmbH
Hazardous substance management for chemical plant manufacturers, chemical companies and the sugar industry (Südzucker, Beneo Palatint)
PAAG procedures, risk assessments and EC conformity assessment procedures for plant safety
Coaching of safety specialists and organizational optimization at H.G.S., Aglukon, Fiege Biblis, Pentair and the University of Mainz
Auditor for management systems (SpaEfV, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, sustainability) at TÜV Nord, TÜV Saar, SGS, GUTcert, Qualidata, BerlinCert and azmZert
Introduction of QM, EM, EnM, OSH and DP at Schäfer Shop
Introduction of an IMS (QM, EM, OSH) at Stiga GmbH
Redesign of the environmental management software from InPlus GmbH and consulting on the introduction of ISO 45001 at Jung Pumpen
Quality optimization processes for Audi AG and technical process optimization at Bugatti Automobiles
Consulting in painting processes at Weiss Automotive GmbH
Optimization of chemical process workflows at Basista Leiterplatten GmbH and logistics and quality optimization for Audi AG at Gruppo Prima in Italy
Interim H&S Manager for Media-Saturn Holding group and support for integrated management systems at FIEGE Unna GmbH & Co. KG
Occupational safety at H.G.S., EVO – Energieversorgung Oberhausen AG, FIEGE Logistik Biblis GmbH, as well as external safety engineer and quality manager at IAG GmbH and WespAG
External consultant for occupational safety and environmental protection at Köppen GmbH, various metal processing companies, Hollingsworth & Vose, ROM – Rudolf Otto Meyer and Venator
BG-certified trainer for safety engineer training (machine safety, explosion protection, fire and explosion protection, hazardous substances)
Speaker for specialist seminars at Haus der Technik, VCI, TÜV Nord Akademie, SGS Academy, LVQ, Akademie der Ingenieure and BBG
Lecture on zoning in explosion protection at the University of Wuppertal
Measurement services: WHO fiber measurements, technical measurement of inhalation exposure according to TRGS 402, mold analysis and noise measurements
Support with approval procedures for new construction and approval of hazardous substance storage facilities and painting systems at IAG and Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik
Development of exclusive services: near-miss reporting system software, behavior-based safety system (VBS), psychological occupational safety system, 5S (Kaizen), hazardous substance register software, data protection support
Functional safety (PL according to DIN EN ISO 13849-1, SIL according to IEC/EN 62061 and IEC/EN 61511)
PAAG procedures (HAZOP studies)
Lead auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001
Measurement of airborne pollutants (TRGS 400, 402), noise measurements, health management and stress and burnout prevention
Training: EC conformity assessment procedures/CE marking, machine safety, plant safety, functional safety, explosion protection, hazardous substances officer, fire and explosion protection, leadership seminars, PPE against falls from height, certification training for aerial work platforms, forklifts and cranes
Talks and specialist articles from 1994 to 2024 at materials science conferences, Essen Explosion Protection Days, Bergische Universität Wuppertal, FORUM occupational safety chemistry and publications in TÜV environmental management advisor, Mikrokosmos and other trade journals

EHSQ Department Manager

Infrastructure company of a chemical park

Responsibility for occupational safety, environmental protection, permit management, occupational medical service, data protection, factory fire brigade and fire protection, quality management and site security

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Chemical, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Chemical

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Audit and Quality Assurance.

Audit

Quality Assurance

Skills

Software For A Near-Miss Reporting System
Vbs – Behavior-Based Safety System
Psychological Occupational Safety System
5s, An Element Of Kaizen
Optimized Software For Managing Hazardous Substance Registers
Simplified Handling Of Hazardous Substance Registers
Effective Reporting In Hazardous Substance Management
Consulting And Support As A Data Protection Officer
Machine Safety: Risk Assessment, Assessment Of Older Machines, Conformity Assessment Procedures
Functional Safety (Pl According To Din En Iso 13849-1, Sil According To Iec/En 62061 For Machinery, Iec/En 61511 Process Industry)
Carrying Out Paag Procedures (Hazop Studies) And Risk Assessments In Plant Safety
Knowledge Of The Pyrotechnics And Explosives Industry
Consulting On Process Optimization In Painting Processes As A Paint Engineer
Microscopy / Microtomy Analysis
Lead Auditor For Iso 9001 (Quality), Iso 50001 (Energy), Iso 14001 (Environment), Iso 45001 (Occupational Safety)
Measurement Of Airborne Pollutants In Workplace Air (Trgs 400, Trgs 402)
Carrying Out Noise Measurements
Health Management
Mental Stress Factors In Risk Assessments
Carrying Out Training Sessions And Briefings
Stress And Burnout Prevention

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

University of Niederrhein

Coloristic studies on various gamma-chinacridone pigments · Germany

Certifications & licenses

BG RCI certified trainer

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 2

Experience in Chemical 15.5 y

Avg length 7 y 9 m

Longest experience 15 y 6 m

Expertise

Recent roles Founder

Main industries Chemical, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Main business areas Audit, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

July 2025

Last Update

July 2026

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Where is Eckart based?

Eckart is based in Oberhausen, Germany.

What languages does Eckart speak?

Eckart speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Eckart have?

Eckart has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Eckart has worked in at least 1 role and for 1 company. The average length of individual experience is 16 years and 6 months. Note that Eckart may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Eckart be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Eckart would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder, EHSQ Department Manager.

What is Eckart's latest experience?

Eckart's most recent position is Founder at AREGUS Services.

What companies has Eckart worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Eckart has worked for AREGUS Services.

Which industries is Eckart most experienced in?

Eckart is most experienced in industries like Chemical, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Eckart most experienced in?

Eckart is most experienced in business areas like Audit and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Eckart worked in recently?

Eckart has recently worked in industries like Chemical, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Eckart worked in recently?

Eckart has recently worked in business areas like Audit and Quality Assurance.

What is Eckart's education?

Eckart attended University of Niederrhein for Coloristic studies on various gamma-chinacridone pigments.

Does Eckart have any certificates?

Eckart has 1 certificate: BG RCI certified trainer.

What is the availability of Eckart?

Eckart is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Eckart?

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