Job Description

EHS Systems Specialist

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Date: 7 Jul 2025
Location:
GB, SK15 3AZ
Company: simsmetalm
Req ID: 5499
Sims Lifecycle Services (SLS) is a global leader in electronics and reuse recycling with facilities across the globe. Our goal is to be the world's best, safest, and most responsible recycling company. SLS serves global clients across a range of industries to securely and responsibly recycle and manage the disposition of IT equipment and electronic products.



Our asset management and recovery service enables businesses to meet both their social and legal obligations in the treatment of surplus electronics in a legally compliant, data secure, fully traceable, and environmentally sustainable manner. With our global reach, expertise, and infrastructure, SLS is able to provide a comprehensive solution for e-waste and IT asset disposition anywhere in the world.

Title:

EHS Systems Specialist

Approved By (Title):

J. Brian Maeck

Global Head of EHS


Date: 3-MAR-2025

Location

The position is based in the UK, and oversees the EHS data management systems (incident, learning management, leading indicator) throughout Europe.

Purpose of Role

The EHS System Specialist works with the EHS Partner - Europe to provide support and guidance to the company's regional business units. Will assist to develop and implement systems, programs,

monitoring of performance with respect to key performance indicators.

Reporting to

Regional EHS Partner

Principal Accountabilities

- EHS Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

Data Management Systems
+ Supports system improvements to meet the needs of the business

+ Monitors all EHS key performance indicators, company EHS management systems, metrics and programs

+ Monitors all EHS related regional deliverables for quality
Regional Support
+ Assists with global EHS program development and implementation

+ Supports reviews of global hazard alerts (Incident Learning)

+ Designs automated regional EHS performance reports

+ Supports information distribution from EHS performance system dashboards

+ Supports EHS regional communication plans

+ Reviews all regional performance data and identifies at-risk locations

+ Monitors continuous improvement plans and actions

+ Drives quality in incident reporting through daily review

+ Monitors training module assignments
Corporate Support
+ Supports data gathering and presentation development for the Senior Leadership Team and Executive, where required.

+ Responds to leadership data inquiries.

+ Support the corporate audit team, customer, subcontractor, downstream vendor audit processes.




This role requires a proactive and engaged EHS professional committed to driving operational safety excellence and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.

Experience / Qualifications Required

BS/BA required. Industrial Hygiene or Safety preferred Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional, or similar certification preferred 3-5 years of EHS experience Experienced in hazard identification, incident management, root cause analysis, ISO certification requirements, and internal auditing Demonstrated verbal and written communications skills Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools, EHS Management System databases, and Learning Management Systems Exceptional people skills. Able to develop trust-based relationships Familiarity with business acumen and concepts of safe productivity

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and presentation skills Ability to work effectively with a broad range of individuals at multiple levels Ability to manage change and adapt to ensure continuous improvement and success Self-starter with a high level of resilience and ability to work independently with limited direction Excellent attention to detail and organizational, analytical skills Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, manage time, and work in a fast-paced environment Effective influencing and delegation skills and the ability to manage results through others

Core Competencies

Safety

Effectively supervise the team's safety, solve simple problems in line with EHS standards

Accept & Expect Accountability

Set and achieve challenging targets relevant to the team and/or projects, monitor the quality and accuracy of the team's work, and ensure an acceptable standard of quality

Inspire with Passion

Communicate well verbally and in writing, create accurate and punctual reports, share information and ideas with others, have good listening skills

Band Together

Prioritize tasks to meet clear deadlines, overcome obstacles, motivate and encourage others, promote mutual respect and support inclusion, handle difficult people, apply clear and consistent performance standards, provide guidance to improve performance

Consistently Innovate

Break down problems into smaller components and respond, seek input from others to address root cause of issues, make timely decisions and communicate decisions to others, support and adapt to change, open to new ideas, take on new responsibilities, handle pressure, show initiative, support continuous improvement programs

Planning & Project Management

Plan and complete tasks, goals, and projects with short to medium-term impacts, keep own and team's work aligned with business goals, accountable for completion of own and team's tasks and goals, keep information organized and accessible, work systematically and efficiently, manage resources efficiently, create contingency plans

Business & Job Knowledge

Understand own and team's duties and responsibilities, has necessary technical skills, has necessary job and product/market knowledge, keep job and product/market knowledge current, understand and communicate policies and procedures applicable to self and team



With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programmes available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimises waste and protects the environment.



A career with SLS provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.


SLS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. SLS does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Pillars of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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Why Choose A Career with Sims?

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Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.


With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world's leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.


Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.