Company Description
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.
Smiths Detection, a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.
Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.
This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.
Job Description
As sustainability becomes increasingly important to our customers, regulators and stakeholders, we are seeking an experienced Global Sustainability Manager to help shape and deliver the next phase of our sustainability journey.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join Smiths Detection at a pivotal stage in our sustainability evolution.
Reporting to the Head of HSE & Sustainability, you will play a key role in delivering our global sustainability and ESG strategy. Working across international operations, supply chain, engineering and product teams, you will help drive environmental performance, regulatory compliance and responsible business practices across our global organisation.
This role offers significant visibility across the business and provides the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders on topics critical to our long-term success.
We can only consider those that would be eligible for UK SC level clearance.
What You'll Be Doing
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Support the development and implementation of Smiths Detection's sustainability and ESG strategy.
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Drive delivery of initiatives focused on decarbonisation, circularity and environmental impact reduction.
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Lead programmes relating to carbon emissions, energy efficiency, waste reduction and water management.
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Manage carbon accounting and emissions reporting in line with the GHG Protocol.
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Support science-based target development and implementation.
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Lead and support ESG disclosures and reporting requirements, including CSRD, ISSB, CDP and TCFD.
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Coordinate compliance activities relating to REACH, RoHS, SCIP, Conflict Minerals and other environmental legislation.
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Partner with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and HR teams to embed sustainability into business processes.
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Support supplier sustainability programmes and responsible sourcing initiatives.
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Drive improvements in ESG data quality, management systems and reporting capabilities.
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Support ISO 14001 and related assurance activities.
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Monitor emerging sustainability regulations and ensure organisational readiness.
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Develop meaningful sustainability reporting and presentations for senior leadership teams.
Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced sustainability professional who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery.
You will bring:
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Degree qualification in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
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Proven sustainability experience within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial or technology environment.
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Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks and reporting standards including:
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GHG Protocol
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CDP
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TCFD
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ISSB
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CSRD
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Hands-on experience in carbon accounting and emissions management.
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Experience managing environmental compliance requirements including REACH, RoHS and related product legislation.
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Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Excellent analytical, communication and presentation abilities.
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Experience working within global, matrix organisations.
Preferred Experience
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Lifecycle Assessment (LCA)
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Sustainable product design
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Responsible sourcing programmes
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IEMA qualification
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ISO 14001 auditing or implementation experience
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Sustainability software and ESG reporting platforms
Additional Information
Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.
