Simon Charter
External Affairs Manager for South32 Hermosa
- Role
- External Affairs Manager at South32
- Location
- Tucson, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Simon Charter
A globally experienced professional specializing in External Relations, Social Performance, and Environmental Science. I leverage a diverse background spanning multiple countries and industries to drive sustainable business practices and build trust.My core focus is on integrating social responsibility and environmental stewardship into business strategy to secure a social license to operate and maximize positive community contributions.Key ExpertiseSocial Performance Management: Strategically developing and implementing frameworks to minimize social and human rights impacts while ensuring maximum positive contributions and alignment with international standards.Stakeholder & Community Relations: Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with diverse, high-stakes groups, including Tribes, local communities, NGOs, and government agencies.External Relations & Communications: Leading internal and external communications to clearly articulate the organization\'s social performance, manage reputation, and oversee high-impact social investment programs.Internal Coordination: Successfully collaborating across technical, operational, and executive departments to embed social and environmental responsibility into core business practices and achieve regulatory compliance.BackgroundPrior to my External Relations leadership role, I applied my M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Geography as an Environmental Scientist, specializing in- Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Management Systems- Navigating Complex Regulatory Compliance- Stakeholder Engagement and Environmental Project Management.Committed to fostering a sustainable future by ensuring responsible operations and community development are at the forefront of business success.
Experience
External Affairs Manager
Mar 2025 — Present · Tucson, AZ, US
Responsible for planning and executing community relations and social performance strategies with the intent of fostering strong and sustainable relationships. In addition, responsibilities for overseeing all internal and external communications.
Education
RABQSA / Registrar Acreditation Board
Certification, Management Systems Auditing
2008 — 2008
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Zoology & Environmental Science
2001 — 2003
Centre for Environmental Management (North-West University)
Certificate, Environmental Management System Implementation
2008 — 2008
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Science Honours (B.Sc Honours), Environmental Science
2004 — 2004
University of Cape Town
Master of Science (M.Sc), Environmental Science
2005 — 2006
Skills
- Management
- Permitting
- Environmental Issues
- Risk Assessment
- Water Quality
- Sap
- Due Diligence
- Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Auditing
- Mine Closure Planning
- Mitigation
- Occupational Health
- Water Resource Management
- Environmental
- Environmental Management Systems
- Mining
- Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
- Biodiversity
- Carbon Footprinting
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Education
- Ecology
- Sustainable Development
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Phase I
- Waste Management
- Rehabilitation
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Policy
- Project Management
- Environmental Consulting
- Air Quality
- Environmental Monitoring
- Environmental Awareness
- Environmental Planning
- Sustainability
- Iso 14001
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