Environmental Planner

Time left to apply: End Date: January 8, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

Job requisition id: J011842

Sibelco is a global material solutions company. We mine, process and sell industrial minerals at locations worldwide, focused primarily on silica, clays, feldspathics, and olivine. We are also leaders in glass recycling. The Sibelco Group operates over 110 production sites in 31 countries, with a team of over 5,000 people.

Location: Preston Manor

Environmental Planner

Ready to Elevate Your Career with Sibelco?

Are you a dynamic Environmental Planner professional with experience in planning & development or environmental compliance? Are you eager to make a significant impact in a leading global company?

We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team assisting in the management of planning applications, environmental permitting, monitoring, and compliance.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage and assist in planning applications for new mineral and waste sites alongside the secondary consenting and environmental permitting processes.
• Project manage the coordination of EIAs of mineral and waste developments using a range of consultants in accordance with the companies’ procedures.
• Coordinate the management of Sibelco’s Environmental Compliance monitoring covering planning, waste, water, and environmental emissions management.
• Participate in external and internal audits in relation to environmental compliance including ISO14001 audits.
• Promote strategic land assets within Local Development Plans including environmental feasibility considerations of specific sites.
• Engage with local planning authorities to promote sites and discuss development proposals.
• Liaise with and advise Operational and Commercial colleagues on planning and environmental issues linked to the development of UK assets.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop relationships and participate in local liaison events at UK sites.
• Assist with the implementation of policies, strategies, and guidelines from Global Sustainability.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ideally Chartered Town Planner with RTPI qualification or working towards this or a similar degree with environmental experience.
• Demonstrable project management experience.
• Understanding & knowledge of environmental compliance and permit monitoring is essential.
• Previous experience in the coordination of EIAs with in-depth technical knowledge of EIA disciplines.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build a rapport with a variety of people from all different backgrounds.
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Adaptable and flexible with the ability to work to numerous pressurised deadlines.
• Full UK Driving License and willingness to travel to different UK sites.

To Apply: Please click apply to register your information and contact details on the recruitment portal.

Inclusive Team Culture: Sibelco recognises the strength of our diverse global workforce and values difference and inclusion for all.

Salary & Benefits: We will gladly discuss these aspects with you at the interview stage.

Recruitment Process: We welcome your application and will make reasonable adjustments where required to support you through the selection process.