Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all –while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs.

Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

The purpose of the Safety and Security Lead is to ensure the protection of people, assets, information, and operations from physical threats, hazards, and risks while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role will support key outcomes in both Security and Occupational Safety.  This role is approximately 50% Security and 50% Occupational Safety.

Job Description

Security Functions

Serve as Site Security Officer (SSO)Oversee Contract Security function and supervisionProtect physical assets, facilities, and personnelManage access control systems and surveillanceConduct security risk assessmentsImplement cybersecurity awareness programsCoordinate with law enforcement when neededOversee visitor management protocolsRespond to security incidentsManage crisis and business continuity planningDevelop and implement security written programs and associated trainingCollaborate with Regional Security Lead and legal supportManage Security cost centerRepresent Site at Louisiana Chemical Association (LCA)Design and facilitate periodic Security drills

Safety Functions

Support Occupational Safety Group in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulationsDevelop and implement Occupational Safety programsConduct risk assessments and hazard analysesInvestigate incidents and near-missesDeliver safety training and awareness programsMonitor workplace conditions and compliance with company and regulatory requirementsTrack safety KPIs and metrics

QualificationsBachelor of Science in Safety, Security or related discipline or equivilent experience3-5 years of experience in Safety and Security compliance within the chemical/petrochemical manufacturing facilities or refining preferredLeadership experience for large facility of 800+ employees is desirableProfessional Certification in Security or Safety is desirable

Additional Information

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm)

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC)

(http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm)

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