The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Senior Manager EHS

Job Summary

Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Manager – Imerys Minerals Ltd – Cornwall

About Imerys

As the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry, Imerys offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for 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 EHS 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 EHS 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, with South West Water being the first.  

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 H&S 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 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.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.