IBERIA H&S & GENERAL SERVICES MANAGER

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Iberia EHS & General Services Manager

Purpose of the role:

The position will provide EHS strategy for Iberia markets, oversight, and support to all cluster business entities, operations, and projects within the market. These strategies, oversight, and support address all facets of the EHS program, including development, review, and maintenance, with a risk-based and cost-effective approach that must add value to the market.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, setting up, sustaining, and improving the local EHS management system and implementing programs as per Corporate EHS and Regional EHS guidance; risk assessments; crisis management; due diligence; incident investigation; training; and audits — while maintaining and developing effective working relationships with internal stakeholders.

This role is also responsible for managing all general services across the Madrid offices, ensuring smooth operations and a safe, efficient, and well-maintained work environment.

As Iberia EHS & General Services Manager you will:

• Lead and manage the local EHS team; influence and engage management and other functions to drive a strong safety culture and achieve the company's EHS commitments; ensure local EHS programs are implemented and continuously improved, protecting employees and minimizing business impact.

• Ensure compliance with legal and company requirements; ensure compliance with local EHS laws and legislation and keep up to date with changes; inform management of impacts; ensure regulatory reporting requirements are met; implement corrective actions to address deficiencies; lead internal and external audits in the cluster and ensure the cluster is compliant with JSOX and any other HQ‑mandated controls.

• Ensure timely and high-quality accident reporting, investigation, analysis, and corrective actions in the reporting platform; inform Market Management of causes of accidents/incidents and other leading indicators to build awareness and develop preventive plans to avoid reoccurrence, injuries, and business losses.

• Identify, develop, implement, and maintain EHS processes, practices, and policies to reduce risk, respond to incidents, and limit exposure and liability through the development and maintenance of a Market EHS Risk Register; ensure strategies and recommendations bring business value and enable operational objectives.

• Advise and support markets in identifying EHS training needs; coordinate with the Regional EHS Lead where corporate support is needed; develop training plans to improve competencies.

• Oversee vendor coordination for services such as maintenance, cleaning, and security; monitor budgets and optimize costs; act as the main point of contact for office‑related needs; ensure compliance with EHS regulations; drive continuous improvements to office facilities, including sustainability initiatives.

Who are we looking for:

• Bachelor or MSc university degree and National EHS Management Certificate.

• At least 5 years of experience in EHS in a large FMCG or heavy industry international company.

• English and Spanish fluency are essential.

• Strong background in EHS management systems.

• Knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, training management, and ISO certifications.

• Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.

Recruitment process:

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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