EHS Manager Denmark

Location: Avezzano

EHS Manager – Italy & Denmark
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an  Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager  to join our client; a global leader in the mining and production of performance minerals for industrial applications, covering their  Italy and Denmark Hub .

Job Summary / Purpose
The EHS Manager leads all Environment, Health and Safety activities and resources across the Hub’s sites, ensuring regulatory compliance, continuous implementation of company policies, protocols, and culture. The primary objective of the role is to  prevent accidents and incidents , fostering a proactive safety culture and supporting continuous improvement across all operations.

Job Scope / Dimensions
This position is part of the  Performance Minerals EMEA Business Area , which encompasses:
80 sites  across  24 countries
3,700 employees
€1.2 billion revenue

The  Italy & Denmark Hub  includes:
8 factories ,  4 open-pit operations ,  1 underground mine , and  1 logistics platform
Approximately  300 employees
€100 million sales

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Act as the EHS lead for the Hub, partnering with the Hub Director to ensure compliance, excellence, and alignment with corporate objectives.
Define and prioritize EHS annual objectives in line with the Business Area roadmap and the Imerys Safety System.
Promote and embed a strong safety culture across all Hub sites.
Drive continuous improvement by supporting sites in risk prevention and the implementation of improvement action plans.
Lead the accident management process, ensuring timely reporting, root cause analysis, and definition of corrective actions in collaboration with site and local EHS managers.
Ensure compliance of industrial and mining operations with local environmental regulations, CSRD requirements, and Imerys internal standards through regular assessments and gap analyses.
Collaborate with Hub Operations Managers, Site Managers, and on-site EHS teams to deploy initiatives and provide guidance on EHS-related Cap Ex.
Foster proactive networking and knowledge sharing of best practices across the Hub.
Maintain close coordination with Hub Managers, Business Area EHS Managers, Site Managers, and local EHS contacts for program deployment and performance alignment.
May act as EHS Manager for the Hub’s lead site when required.

Ideal Background / Experience
Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
Strong command of  English and Italian  (knowledge of Danish is a plus)
Minimum  5 years of experience  in EHS management within industrial operations
Proven track record managing multiple sites and driving a safety culture

Key Competencies
Strong knowledge of  Safety Management Systems  and industrial operations
In-depth understanding of  local and industrial EHS regulations
Engaged, self-driven, pragmatic,  and  results-oriented  approach
Structured  and analytical working style with effective problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with employees at all levels — from shop floor to senior management — as well as with contractors, consultants, and authorities
Ability to  influence, coach, create synergies , and  lead cross-site programs and projects
Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to excellence
Willingness and ability to travel up to  50%  of the time across Italy and Denmark.