Health & Safety Manager
Location:
Houston HQ Office
At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Are We the Perfect Match?
At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.
Your Impact in This Role
As a Manager Health & Safety Cluster, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
•Plan, coordinate and manage the activities within the global HS program for his/her cluster
+ Perform site visits, field observations, process confirmations, safety supervision and attend regularly shift/handover/daily operations meetings
•Work closely together with the Geographical-Functional HSBP and other cluster HSBPs of their subregion to ensure local programs are aligned with the (global) Sibelco HS Strategy, Program, Standards and Tools.
•Draft the HS roadmap for all sites in their cluster and clearly define priority areas and resources to allow defining Capex needs.
•Perform regular workplace inspections, report gaps and support corrective actions
•Drive the implementation (or in some cases implement) and coordinate mitigation actions in collaboration with local stakeholders and geo HSBP for their area
•Develop site emergency response plans for the sites in their cluster
•Investigate the overexposures using measuring equipment (dataram, noise measuring, …)
•Verify results and correct where needed the implementation of workplace monitoring programs, safety induction, contractor management and medical surveillance programs
•Advise, risk assess and evaluate local projects with impact on HS, where needed in collaboration with operators, supervisors and local Ops leadership
•Manage and verify site specific risks and processes and ensure the use of Risk Management tools (risk registers, SOPs, LMRA and Work Permits use)
•Verify Contractor activities
•Follow up legal local requirements, report gaps and support the cluster in developing and execute action plans in collaboration with local stakeholders
•Assess potential impact on the business of local applicable HS laws and regulations
•Coordinate with the Production Administrator the preparation of HS documentation and information to local authorities
•Ensure HS training programs are correctly rolled out in their area
•Verify The Effectiveness
•Ensure correct data on HS performance of his/her area and timely reporting of HS KPIs
•Report on findings during regular workplace inspections and observations
•Manage, follow up and monitor the reporting and investigation of HS incidents in accordance with Sibelco Standards and local legislation.
•Discuss the gaps and develop mitigation plans to ensure alignment with Sibelco HS objectives
What You Bring to the Table
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Technical or bachelor degree in occupational HS, IH or a related discipline*
5 years prior relevant experience*
English – proficient verbal & writing*
Local language of the country of base and main operations – proficient verbal & writing*
•Other languages are an asset
•Defines and frames situations clearly, identifies potential root causes and makes timely recommendations and decisions based on accurate and reliable analysis
•Accurately determines the complexity of tasks and projects and required resources
+ Breaks down projects or assignments into different steps (group of activities)
+ Sets priorities and time parameters to accomplish tasks and projects
+ Coordinates efforts to implement plan
•Demonstrates ownership, even in difficult situations or when facing challenges
+ Encourages and facilitates taking and building accountability
+ Allows people to make mistakes and helps them learn from it
•Sets clear goals and pursues them with energy and drive
•Drives self and others to achieve excellent results
•Models perseverance in face of challenges and finds solutions in order to achieve set goals
•Recognized for his/her qualitative performance
•Consistently fosters collaboration across the organization
•Builds strong inclusive relationships across Business/Functions and levels
•Inspires individuals and maximize team dynamics to achieve common goals.
•Keeps confidences and sensitive information
•Acknowledges own mistakes
•Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel,…)
Take charge of the execution of projects according to the Sibelco PMO methodology
Able to make change happen, influence and convince relevant stakeholders
Knowledge of local Safety & Health legislation
Knowledge of Sibelco's safety Sibelco HS Strategy, Program, Standards and Tools
REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES: The physical abilities listed below are bona fide occupational requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility
Articulation
Benefits
•Prescription Drug Benefits
•Critical Illness Insurance
•401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Why Join Us?
Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:
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We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.
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