EHS Specialist

EHS SpecialistCargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life's essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.Job Purpose and ImpactThe Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, and process safety management systems within the Animal Nutrition business in Spain. The role serves as a subject matter resource on EHS matters, promoting safe, compliant, and sustainable operational practices. Working in partnership with site leadership and stakeholders, the EHS Specialist helps ensure alignment with company policies, procedures, programs, standards, and applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.Key AccountabilitiesAct as the legal representative for Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) matters for the Animal Nutrition business in Spain, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and supporting interactions with relevant authorities.Support the Plant Manager in maintaining effective relationships with local communities, regulatory bodies, and other external stakeholders, contributing to a positive organizational reputation.Support the implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs and assist in monitoring, testing, and evaluating EHS performance.Collaborate with regional and country EHS teams to support site impact assessments and the management of operating and construction permits.Support the development, adaptation, and delivery of EHS training programs in alignment with global, regional, and local requirements; conduct training needs assessments and tailor content to site-specific requirements.Travel quarterly to the laboratory in Madrid to assess EHS-related requirements, identify improvement opportunities, and support implementation of corrective actions.Visit external warehouse locations biannually to evaluate EHS compliance, identify improvement opportunities, and monitor implementation of agreed actions.Coordinate occupational health surveillance activities in collaboration with the appointed occupational health professional.Organize, participate in, and document EHS and safety-related meetings.Conduct internal EHS audits, including audits at other company locations as required.Collaborate with site leadership and relevant stakeholders to support workplace risk assessment activities.Support the Plant Manager in obtaining and maintaining required operating permits in coordination with relevant authorities.Prepare and submit documentation and reports required under applicable permits and regulatory requirements.Support site operations during inspections conducted by regulatory authorities.Adapt and implement company and regulatory EHS processes, programs, and controls at site level, ensuring integration into operational procedures, work instructions, and tools while promoting continuous improvement.Provide EHS guidance and support to departments and functions across multiple entities and locations.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experienceMaster Studies in PRL (Prevencion de Riesgos Laborales)Demonstrated working experience in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) functionsKnowledge of CTAIMA platformKnowledge of advanced Spanish language and English (medium)MS Office SuitePreferred QualificationsConfirmed ability to deliver processes effectively to optimize business resourcesKnowledge of food safety industry practices and standardsBasic business acumen and the ability to partner and communicate effectively with business counterpartsExperience in a SEVESO plantWe provide a fast paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and workplace. We encourage candidates to let us know if they require any accommodations during the recruitment or interview process so we can support them appropriately.