Specialist Sustainability
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Location:
Mainly home office and traveling to our northern sites when needed.
At Sibelco, we advance life through materials
.For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact
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Are We the Perfect Match?
At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.
Ready to Elevate Your Career with Sibelco?
Are you a dynamic Mineral Planning & Estates Surveyor professional with experience in strategic land acquisition or the planning & development of large-scale strategic sites? Are you eager to get involved in developing the future land supply in a leading global company?
We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team assisting in the acquisition of new mineral reserves and ensuring planning permissions are delivered to enable their working. You will assist in the identification, assessment and securing of new land and mineral opportunities which have the potential for future development. You will provide expert advice to the operational business to ensure the license to operate is maintained.
Does this sound like you? If so, then this is the role for you!
Sibelco is a global material solutions company. We mine, process and sell industrial minerals at locations worldwide, focused primarily on silica, clays, feldspathics and olivine. We are also leaders in glass recycling. The Sibelco Group operates over 110 production sites in 31 countries, with a team of over 5,000 people. Click to see how Sibelco materials are used in products within and outside your home.
Role Overview:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Mineral Planning and Estates Surveyor to join our small team responsible for a substantial portfolio of mineral extraction and processing sites, rural estate and other related land assets.
Our Sustainability Team is responsible for the management of our UK estates ensuring that we maximize the efficient use of our assets and secure future mineral supply and processing capabilities as part of our long-term mineral development plan.
In the role of your responsibilities will include but are not limited to
- Manage and assist in the development of the Sibelco UK Mineral Estate portfolio comprising freehold, leasehold and optioned land.
- Assist in the acquisition of new mineral reserves for the sand and clay businesses in the UK.
- Work closely with landowners and/or agents to ensure progress of land acquisition targets and planning applications.
- Promote strategic land assets within Local Development Plans and if required represent the Companies interests at Examinations in Public.
- Engage with local planning authorities to promote sites and discuss development proposals through formal and informal routes.
- Liaising with and advising Operational and Commercial colleagues on site development, estates management, planning and environmental issues linked to the development of UK assets.
- Assist in the maintenance of and further develop the UK land asset database linking data into the companies GIS system.
- Contribute towards Sibelco planning projects and associated Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
- Manage and instruct consultancy teams in accordance with the Companies procedures.
- Engage with stakeholders to develop relationships and participate in local liaison events at UK sites to keep local communities engaged in the Companies activities.
- Assist with the implementation of policies, strategies and guidelines from Global Sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
- Ideally Chartered Minerals Surveyor with RICS qualification or Chartered Town Planner with RTPI qualification
- Experience of working in the extractive industry
- Ability to build a rapport with a variety of people from all backgrounds
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint (ideally at advanced level)
- Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to landlords as well as colleagues
- Strong problem-solver with agility and a proactive approach to work
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Adaptable, flexible with the ability to work to numerous pressurised deadlines
- Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Full UK Driving License and willingness to travel around UK sites. (Note: Occasional travel overseas may be required dependent on business needs).