HSEC (Health, Safety, Environment and Communities) and ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) Industrial Placement 2026

HSEC (Health, Safety, Environment and Communities) and ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) Industrial Placement 2026

Who we are

Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities that advance everyday life.

Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that support decarbonisation while meeting the energy needs of today.

We provide people the opportunity to develop their expertise and the confidence to grow their careers.

The Glencore 2026 Industrial Placement Programme

Designed to accelerate your career in the commodities trading, technology, engineering, or environmental science spheres, this 12-month programme gives talented undergraduates exposure to the world-class people and careers on offer at Glencore.

This is a fast-paced placement in our London office. You will be given your own areas of responsibility and have the opportunity to contribute to the work of the business from day one.

By the end of the programme, you will have developed strong skills in your chosen function. You will also be equipped with the highest level of professionalism, personal ownership and commercial aptitude – skills that are essential to future careers at Glencore.

The HSEC (Health, Safety, Environment and Communities) and ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) Placement

Our HSEC and ERM team provides functional support to our businesses and assets globally, ensuring that operations are delivered in a safe, reliable and responsible manner, and risks are understood and managed effectively.

At the heart of what we do is a systematic approach to managing activities, following a classical plan–do–check–act cycle, covering all functional areas of health, safety, environment and communities.

The team is involved across the full lifecycle, and is engaged in supporting all levels in the business, from front line operations to senior level governance, offering an invaluable insight into all aspects of the business.

In this placement, you’ll shadow members of the HSEC and ERM team, contributing to their work while working on a project of your own.

Key requirements:

• Studying towards a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) degree; Environmental Sciences or similar subjects preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated interest in Health, Safety, the Environment or Community Engagement.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Who we look for

We’re looking for driven, talented undergraduate students who are interested in an exciting, challenging career in the commodities sector.

Working at Glencore requires commercial awareness, adaptability and resilience – and you’ll need to thrive in team environments as well as take initiative independently.

We look for disciplined people who can demonstrate entrepreneurial ability, thrive on logistical challenges and can provide practical solutions to complex problems using their numerical capabilities.

You must be studying a degree with a year in industry, and successful candidates need to be available to start their placements in July 2026 .

Application requirements

You are required to submit a CV and covering letter . Through the use of evidence and examples, your application must demonstrate:

• Where you have generated additional value by utilising your entrepreneurial flair, commercial innovation or initiative.
• Your resilience and determination to succeed in a commercial/competitive environment.
• Your proficiency in solving and communicating complex problems.
• Your ability to build relationships, work in and influence a team.

Applications close: 05/12/25

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK by the start of the placement.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so an earlier application may lead to an earlier decision.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.