About Imerys
As the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions, Imerys offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys delivered €3.8 billion in revenue in 126 countries in FY23, with 13,700 employees across 54 countries.
The Role
Reporting to the UK Hub Director, the Senior Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will operate as a key member and contributor of the UK Leadership team. They will constantly review and align strategic direction, leading, driving and facilitating the company’s Environment, Health and Safety activities, fostering a progressive spirit and collaboration culture whilst ensuring good corporate governance, continuous improvement & UK legal compliance.
In a broad and challenging role, the Senior Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will operate across a complex multi-site, multi-modal platform with an operational portfolio encompassing rail, ports, open pit mining and processing facilities. The land holding covers 6,000 hectares and Imerys UK is the second largest custodian of water in the South West of England.
The role holder will act as the MCERTS nomination for the company, providing leadership, feedback and guidance to the legally nominated directors. They will lead the UK based EHS Group directed through two line managers, leading health, safety and environmental standards respectively across the business.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance across all business operations.
* Develop and refine the company’s EHS strategy, policies and activities.
* Provide effective EHS “business partnering” to all operational sites and functions.
* Ensure all standards, documents, processes and procedures meet required objectives.
* Define and monitor performance targets to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.
* Lead strategic EHS steering groups and consultative forums at all levels.
The Person
This is an exciting role that will suit a proven environmental, health and safety leader with a successful track record of navigating and progressing at an operational, tactical and strategic level within a safety, quality and service critical multi-site 24x7 commercial manufacturing operation.
The ideal candidate should have:
* Significant expertise in both environmental AND health and safety disciplines.
* The ability to communicate and positively engage at all levels, from the shop floor to executive both internally and externally.
* A proven track record of delivering cultural and behavioural change and embedding a sustainable culture of health and safety.
* Recognised and credible EHS qualifications, demonstrating sound and updated legislation and legal knowledge.
* External CPD combined with membership and proactive contribution to relevant professional bodies.
* Chartered status IOSH or NEBOSH or equivalent.
Location and Package
This role is based in Cornwall and requires travel across its operations. The package includes an attractive salary plus car allowance and bonus, along with additional benefits. Relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate if relocating from beyond a commutable distance.
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