Chris Stone
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Chris Stone

Senior Careers Consultant

About Chris

​I work in the Executive Search division identifying and working with senior leadership talent including preparatory work and current assignments for upcoming “Head of” and “Director” roles.

I have been working in engineering/science/manufacturing recruitment for 23 years, this is my first year with Shirley Parsons, loving it so far.

My previous role was Recruitment Manager for a medium sized robotics & automation integrator who ran large projects at JLR, BMW, Bentley, Tesla, and Amazon.

My obsessions in life are collecting original high-grade Marvel ‘Bronze Age’ comics both as a hobby and investment piece. I also dabble with a few electric guitars and my ambition is to develop a pro-level bespoke pedalboard (and then all I need to do is develop the talent to justify it!). And to my eternal distress I am also a Spurs fan, a team that nearly wins everything!

I am both absorbed and fascinated by the HSEQ function in businesses and talking to divisional leaders I am always learning something new about how the discipline improves and empowers businesses.

Sustainability Lead

£45k - 55k per year

Gerrards Cross

Sustainability LeadGerrards Cross£50,000 + benefits We are currently working with a leader in technical construction, who design, build, and deliver top quality commercial and manufacturing, data centres, food, logistics and pharmaceutical facilities.The Sustainability Lead will support operations and corporate sustainability and will be a technical expert in their field. They will lead internal and external stakeholders towards sustainable and compliant outcomes that align with project requirements and the corporate ESG strategy.The Sustainability Lead will be responsible for:  Supporting project teams in understanding certification requirements (such as BREEAM, LEED) and achieving their targeted credits.Engaging with supply chain and relevant roles to ensure requirements and evidence for certifications are discharged / collected in a timely manner.Supporting the Head of ESG with strategy design, delivery, and performance evaluation.Key contact for assigned projects / teams – as the sustainability subject matter expert providing technical advice and guidance. The Sustainability Lead will have: A degree or similar in an environmental, social or governance disciplineExperience / involvement in environmental and sustainability support to constructionISO14001 internal auditorBREEAM Accredited ProfessionalCarbon literacy or emissions accounting qualification for example LCA Vacancy Reference: PR/027451Vacancy Owner: Emily Swindlehurst | emily.swindlehurst@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 1296 611321 | (+44) 7773 978 494

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Environmental Advisor

£38k - 40k per year

England

Environmental Advisor Midlands PermanentI'm currently working with a leading player in the infrastructure sector, who are seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to join a prestigious infrastructure framework, supporting a major client in the delivery of their Capital Works programme. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the improvement of water treatment plants across the Midlands, covering various projects throughout their lifecycle, from design to commissioning. The Environmental Advisor will: Collaborate closely with Contract Operational and Supply Chain Teams to seamlessly implement the SHE Management System.Provide guidance and training to empower the team in executing the SHE Management System effectively.Support Contract Operational and Supply Chain Contractors in meeting Contract Environmental requirements.Participate actively in evaluating Contractors' performance and providing valuable feedback.Play a pivotal role in achieving annual SHE Objectives and ensuring alignment with environmental regulations. The Environmental Advisor will have: A degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Studies.Post-graduate experience in a relevant industry.Certification such as AIEMA/PIEMA or its equivalent.Exceptional communication and analytical skills.Strong planning and strategic abilities Vacancy Reference: PR/027458 Vacancy Owner: Shauna Haggar | shauna.haggar@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 1296 611334 | (+44) 7485921591

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QA/QC Lead

£0 per year

France

Head of QA/QCBased in Luxembourg/France/Germany/Spain/BelgiumCompetitive salary and benefits – More information available on applicationEU National / Right to work in Europe Shirley Parsons are delighted to be working with a world leading heavy manufacturing organisation, who are committed to leading our industry’s efforts to decarbonise, and to be part of the solution to the world reaching net-zero target. These targets are deliberately, ambitious, reflecting their intent to drive meaningful decarbonisation progress this decade.They are seeking to hire a Head of Quality Assurance & Quality Control which is a key role in ensuring that the Decarbonisation Program processes, develop and implement quality management systems to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.Head of QA/QC Responsibilities: Develop and implement quality management systems to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.Establish and maintain quality control processes throughout the decarbonization program.Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.Stay abreast of changes in regulations and standards related to decarbonization efforts in the steel mining industry.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement in decarbonization initiatives.Implement best practices and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance overall project quality. Head of QA/QC Technical Skills & Experience: 10 years’ + experience in quality control and assurance in a manufacturing or substantial project environment (500M+).Solid understanding of quality management systems and standards (ISO 9001, etc.)Advanced knowledge with regulatory requirements and industry standardsExperience with testing and inspection methodologiesResults-driven with a focus on data analysisStrong communicator with excellent presentation skills and the ability to exchange information to both internal and external customer Vacancy Reference: PR/027457 Vacancy Owner: Jessica Plested | jessica.plested@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 1296 611332 | (+44) 7725 258696

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