Manager HSE South America Operations

Job highlights

Chile

Job ID

1470

Closing date

19/01/2026

Last Updated

19/12/2025

Glencore is one of the world's largest diversified natural resource companies and a leading producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities that make everyday life possible. Through a network of assets, customers, and suppliers spanning the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market, and distribute the raw materials that enable decarbonization while meeting today's energy needs. With around 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong presence in more than 35 countries—across both established and emerging resource regions—our industrial and marketing activities are supported by a global network of more than 40 offices.

Purpose and Objective

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within the organization, fostering a preventive and sustainable culture that protects employees, facilities, and the environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mining & Engineering, Geology or other mining related professions.

Demonstrated oral and written English language proficiency.

Minimum of 10 years in HSE management roles, preferably in high-risk industries (mining, energy, construction, manufacturing).

Multi country exposure.

Availability for frequent visits to regional offices and assets

This position could be located in Lima, Peru or Santiago de Chile, Chile

Responsibilities

Strategic Direction: Define and execute the long-term vision and strategy of HSE for South America Operations

Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure compliance with local and international regulations related to current labor, environmental, and safety legislation. Coordinate internal and external audits related to safety and environment.

HSE Management System: Design, implement, and maintain the HSE Management System in accordance with international standards (ISO 45001, ICMM).

Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and resource management of his/her area.

Team Leadership: Lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, promoting a collaborative work environment, continuous training, and talent development within the organization.

HSE Training: Develop training and awareness programs for employees and contractors. Promote the implementation of courageous safety leadership and leading indicators.

HSE Investigations: Lead the Investigations of incidents, accidents, and near misses, proposing corrective measures.

Emergency Plans: Leads emergency plans for the corporate offices in South America Operations

Institutional Relations: Manage relationships with key stakeholders such as government authorities, local communities, investors, suppliers, and other relevant business actors.

Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate health, Safety and environmental risks associated with the corporate activities.

Social and Environmental Responsibility: Ensure that mining operations are conducted in accordance with best practices in corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability.

Innovation and Technology: Promote the adoption of new technologies and innovative processes that optimize mining operations, reduce costs, and improve competitiveness in the market.

HSE Management System: Design, implement, and maintain the HSE Management System in accordance with international standards (ISO 45001, ICMM, OSHA, etc.).

At Glencore Copper SAOP, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that enables the active and full participation of everyone in our organization, in line with fair employment practices.

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