Environmental Officer

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Regulation

• Ensure full compliance with all Irish and EU environmental laws, EPA licence conditions, and local authority requirements.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of environmental legislation and communicate relevant updates to site management.

• Liaise with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), local authorities, and other regulatory bodies as required.

• Prepare and submit required environmental reports (e.g. AER - Annual Environmental Report, PRTR, waste returns).

• Develop, implement, and maintain the site's Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001.

• Conduct internal audits and support external certification audits.

• Identify and manage environmental risks and opportunities to support sustainability targets.

• Monitor and report on resource usage including energy, water, and raw materials.

• Develop and implement waste minimisation, recycling, and circular economy initiatives.

• Lead carbon reduction and sustainability projects in line with corporate ESG goals and national climate action plans.

• Oversee systems for the control of emissions to air, water, and land.

• Manage waste streams in compliance with the Waste Management Act and company procedures.

• Ensure correct storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.

• Provide environmental training and awareness programmes to employees and contractors.

• Promote environmental culture and continuous improvement across all departments.

• Maintain accurate environmental data and KPIs.

• Analyse trends, propose corrective actions, and present reports to management.

• Support corporate sustainability reporting (e.g. CDP, GRI, or CSRD disclosures).

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 2-5 years' experience in an environmental role, ideally within manufacturing or industrial operations.

• Knowledge of Irish and EU environmental legislation, EPA licensing, and ISO 14001 standards.

• Strong analytical and reporting skills.