Senior EHS Manager

Job Description

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• Supports plant leadership in reducing occupational injuries, illnesses, environmental impact, and process safetyevents
• Supports plant leadership in establishing and sustaining a safe and environmentally responsible work culture
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert in Occupational Health, Safety, and Process Safety
• Provides expertise in Health, Safety, and Environmental management and compliance
• Closely collaborates with Regional and Global HSE and Process Safety teams, as well as Engineering and CAPEX functions
• Leads and supports the implementation and continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental solutions

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the site Health & Safety Management System in accordance with ADM standards, local regulations, and corporate policies.
• Promote and develop a strong and sustainable safety culture focused on Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention,
• Life Critical Standards (LCS), proactive risk identification, and leadership engagement.
• Provide technical and managerial guidance to site leadership and employees to ensure safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Organize and deliver safety training programs, including onboarding, Life Critical Standards (LCS), and job-specific safety training.
• Conduct risk assessments, internal inspections and audits, support external audits, and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Lead and support incident and near miss investigations, identify root causes, and ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor, analyze, and report safety performance indicators (KPIs), including incidents, near misses, audits, and proactive safety reporting (e.g., Good Finds).
• Support line management in hazard identification, risk assessments, and safe work practices, including JSA, Permit to Work, and safe operating procedures.
• Ensure effective use of safety management systems and tools for reporting, tracking, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the Local Health and Safety Committee (Comité de Salud y Seguridad) and participate and support site safety committees and leadership teams to drive engagement and accountability
• Being the Designated Employee, representing the company, as per Spanish Law 31/1995
• Interact and coordinate with the External Safey Service the risk assessments, prevention and emergency plans and any activity required with this external service to create a safe working environment and fulfill national requirements.
• Organize and lead emergency drills.
• Establish, in cooperation with Production, Engineering and Maintenance teams, contractor safety requirements, HSE performance and contractor compliance with Corporate and Local HSE standards

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of Process Safety Management programs in alignment with ADM and OSHA PSM principles.
• Facilitate and support process hazard analyses such as HAZOP, LOPA, What-If, and other risk assessment methodologies.
• Coordinate Management of Change (MOC) and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) processes to ensure safe implementation of equipment and process changes.
• Ensure compliance with ATEX requirements and support engineering and maintenance teams in maintaining safe and compliant installations. 

• Monitor process safety performance indicators and ensure appropriate follow-up of recommendations and improvement actions.
• Provide technical support to CAPEX projects to ensure safety is fully integrated into design, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Support auditing and validation of new or modified equipment to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. 

• Ensure site compliance with environmental regulations, including ICPE requirements, corporate standards, and applicable local legislation. 
• Oversee environmental performance, including emissions to air, water discharges, waste management, and energy and resource consumption. 
• Lead environmental monitoring programs and ensure proper reporting and regulatory compliance. 
• Coordinate environmental audits, inspections, and interactions with regulatory authorities and external agencies. 
• Support the integration of environmental requirements into operational and engineering activities.

• Accountable for the proper execution of assigned duties and responsibilities
• Accountable for providing accurate and reliable professional HSE advice and guidance
• Serves as the primary point of contact for local HSE regulatory authorities
• Authorized to stop equipment or operations if safety, health, or environmental risks are identified
• Supports Operations and Plant Management during emergency situations, ensuring effective coordination and communication with relevant stakeholders
• Manage and maintain ISO 14001 and 50001 systems
• Lead the Safety Pilar in local Performance Excellence program

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related technical field
• Possessing a Master Degree in Occupational Safety Specialist (or equivalent) recognized by Spanish Authorities to practice as Técnico Superior en Riesgos Laborales
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS roles within an industrial environment, preferably in food, beverage, flavors, chemical or pharmaceutical industries.
• Proven leadership experience managing or supervising EHS teams and driving safety culture transformation in complex industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and standards, including occupational safety, environmental compliance, chemical risk management, ATEX….
• Demonstrated experience with Process Safety Management systems, including risk assessment methodologies such as HAZOP, LOPA, Management of Change (MOC), and incident investigations.
• Fluent in Spanish and English, both written and spoken, with the ability to operate effectively in an international and matrix organization.

• Strong leadership and change management capabilities, with the ability to influence all levels of the organization and drive a proactive safety culture.
• Excellent analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify hazards, analyse trends, and implement effective preventive measures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, coach, and influence operational teams and senior leadership.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously. 
• Strong project and program management skills, including experience supporting CAPEX projects and organizational transformation initiatives.
• High level of rigor, accountability, and organizational skills, with a structured and results-driven approach.
• Ability to operate effectively in a matrix and multicultural environment, collaborating with local, regional, and global stakeholders. 
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and ADM core values.