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Environmental Co-Ordinator (Temporary 12 Months)

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26338
Safety / Health / Environment
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Position Description

 

Moneypoint is Irelands biggest power generater and will be moving away from coal as a fuel source over the next year. 


The Environmental Health & Safety Officer role is to support local management and staff to ensure compliance with relevant Environmental Health and Safety legislation. In this EHS role, you will develop, implement, and improve the EHS plans, programmes and procedures for the site as well as maintaining the EPA Industrial Emissions. 

 

The ideal candidate will be flexible and have strong administration, commercial and inter-personal skills and will work closely with the management team.

 


Key Responsibilities


Responsibilities will cover but not be limited to the items below: 

 

•    Ensure compliance with relevant Environmental legislation, accredited external standards and company standards including compliance with Industrial Emissions Licence, Green House Gas Permit and maintaining ISO 14001 accreditation
•    Advise station management of instances requiring notification to the EPA
•    Develop environmental improvement plans to drive continuous improvement and ensure that all improvement programmes are implemented within time, cost and scope targets.
•    Training of operatives/staff.
•    Coordinate on-site sampling, monitoring, and reporting in accordance with licence conditions.
•    Maintain accurate records and prepare reports, letters, and memorandums with respect to compliance matters including monthly and annual returns to EPA, GHG etc
•    Liaise with members of the public, professional bodies, and suppliers on compliance & legal related issues and training staff on good waste management practices.
•    Ensure compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation, accredited external standards and company standards and support the maintaining the ISO45001 accreditation
•    Preparation / advice on preparation of Method Statements, Safety Statements, etc.
•    Performing regular inspections and assessments to identify and evaluate potential on-site hazards.
•    Communicate toolbox talks and carry out site inductions.
•    Provide monthly EHS metrics.
•    Support with the role of the new Safe System of Work Program
•    Attend the local safety committee meeting and support the Environmental Improvement Plan
•    Compile and review risk assessments, method statements and safety procedures. 
•    Any other work as assigned by their line Manager.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

Essential


•    Excellent communication skills.
•    Knowledge of ISO45001, ISO14001 
•    Ability to work to tight deadline, achieve challenging targets and self-motivated.
•    High standard of computer skills required.
•    Hold a full valid driving licence.
•    Strong safety auditing skills 

 

Desirable


•    Experience with EPA Waste Licence site.
•    Good knowledge of Irish environmental legislation, codes of practice and standards 
•    Use of SHIELD.

 

 

Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  • Either 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is required


 

Location


Moneypoint Generating Station, Carrowdotia, Killimer, Kilrush, Co. Clare V15 R963.

 

 

Reporting To

 

HSEQ Manager, Moneypoint Station

 

 

Why Work with Us?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Progressive, hybrid working model
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

 

Salary

 

€57,950 - €68,150

 

 

Closing Date

 

6th March 2025

 

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

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