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Special Metals is the world leader in the innovation and manufacture of high-Nickel, high performance alloys. Special Metals is owned by Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC), a global conglomerate operating in more than a dozen countries that manufactures complex metal components and products for power generation, aerospace, space exploration, military and other mission-critical applications.

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness, empowerment, and respect that embraces the differences in who we are.

The Hereford operation is the major European production facility in the PCC Energy Group and we now have a new and exciting opportunity for an Senior HSE Manager to join the SMW team.

Role Overview:

Responsible for developing, implementing, executing, monitoring, and auditing all EH&S initiatives to ensure EH&S compliance and continuously improve EH&S performance.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for ensuring the safety of the EHS team and any contractors used on site for EHS reasons.
• To ensure that EH&S remains at the head of the SMW business strategy.
• Contribute to the development of SMW strategic plans and objectives.
• Drive SMW EH&S strategy by creating and delivering an EH&S plan to meet SMW/SMC objectives.
• Act as a strategic leader, change agent, and member of the line management staff.
• Plan and deliver EH&S programs and initiatives to SMW employees.
• Develop, implement, report on and maintain all written EH&S programs and policies in accordance with EA, HSE, PCC and corporate best practice and in compliance with applicable laws.
• Bring in EH&S functional specialists in environmental, industrial hygiene, engineering controls, and staffing as appropriate and positions positively with the client group.
• Monitor effectiveness of all EH&S policies, practices, and processes to determine efficiency and effectiveness. Recommend improvements to achieve and deliver improved results.
• Facilitate organization and leadership development to address root causes of EH&S related issues. Coach Directors, managers and employees at all levels within client groups on a variety of environment health and safety topics.
• Influence senior management to clarify and to resolve divisional EH&S issues and improve overall EH&S program effectiveness.
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of EHS strategic plans to support the company’s objectives, including the execution of the capital programme.
• Set EH&S standards and policies for the SMW business.
• Report to the business on EH&S Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Participate with other senior division / group management staff to establish an SMC wide network with other safety professionals in the UK and overseas. Work with our senior EH&S staff to set priorities and direction of EH&S initiatives that link to PCC and SMC business objectives.
• Leadership, management and development of EH&S support staff.
• Participate in process reviews and ‘Theory of Constraints’ (ToC) discussions, to identify and eliminate or mitigate hazards.
• Support Operations and Engineering to implement engineering controls to minimize safety and occupational health and environment hazards.
• Manage and maintain PPE (personal protective equipment) standards and compliance.
• Promote safety and health awareness through internal company memoranda, newsletters, and/or specific training programs.
• Lead and serve on EH&S related committees with external agencies and Trades Unions.
• Work with HR to ensure a fit for purpose Occupational Health support service is available and utilized.
• Ensure the Plant is fit to meet any internal or external audit 24/7. Review injury/illness and non-injury incident investigation reports and follow-up as necessary.
• Commitment to continuous improvement to comply with ISO 9001:2000 and any other regulatory standard, working towards 14000/18000 and other standards, as required.
• Continuous interpretation and compliance planning for current and emerging environmental regulatory requirements, including preparation and implementation of all environmental permits, reports, training and related requirements.
• Interact positively with regulatory agencies, management, and other personnel to ensure environmental requirements and programs are fully integrated and effective.
• Participate or lead working teams in the development and continuous improvement of Environmental systems, programs and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Relevant first Degree, NEBOSHH, post graduate qualifications, in related subject are an advantage.

Competencies:

• Able to communicate, persuade and influence effectively at all levels.
• Lead a team and manage specialists.
• High level of self-discipline to meet regulatory and corporate reporting timetables.
• Independent thinking and decision making, especially under pressure during incidents.
• An analytical problem solver, distilling complex issues into coherent solutions and taking action.
• Ability to meet complex and demanding requirements within demanding timescales.
• A thorough, precise ‘completer / finisher,’ but with the ability to ‘see the bigger picture’ and think laterally, to complement Operations.
• Able to network and build relationships, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-reliant, flexible and resourceful. Sets high standards.
• Demonstrates assertiveness, determination and perseverance.
• Self-motivator — able to set own goals and deliver against them.
• Enthusiastic and able to enthuse others.
• Able to analyse and propose solutions quickly and accurately and a quick learner.
• Positive attitude and approach to all issues; solution oriented.

Experience Profile:

• Significant experience within an engineering/industrial environment in a senior safety environmental or engineering/operations role.
• Experienced at disaster planning, resolution and recovery.
• Experience with external regulatory agencies – EA, HSE is essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Car Allowance
• Quarterly performance bonus scheme
• Excellent Contributory Company Pension
• BUPA
• Life Assurance x 4
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Test & Prescription Safety Glasses
• Free Onsite Parking
• Training and development opportunities

Job Dimensions:

Single site, ca $200M+ revenue

Work Environment:

Office based, with daily interaction on the shop floor

To apply for this position, please submit your CV/ resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant Health, Safety and Environmental experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TH/CW/EHS