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Environmental & Chemistry Specialist, Aghada

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26011
Engineering - Chemical
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  

 

Aghada Power Station is managed, maintained, and operated to strict efficiency, environmental and availability standards in a competitive commercial market. The station is part of the Generating and Trading division of the ESB. ESB Aghada Station consists of a 450 MW Alstom single shaft combined cycle gas turbine and 3 x 90 MW Alstom dual fuel open cycle gas turbines & any other GT assets associated with site. 

  

This is an opportunity for an ambitious, high performing candidate to work in a dynamic, rewarding and results focused environment. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Duties of the role includes but may not be limited to:

 

  • Ensure compliance with Industrial Emissions Licence, Green House Gas Permit and maintaining ISO 14001 accreditation. Review site projects compliance with IEL/GHG permit at concept stage and follow through to delivery and integration with existing EMS/IELGHG.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant Environmental legislation, accredited external standards and general corporate and GT standards and guidelines.
  • Advise station management of instances requiring notification to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
  • Coordinate on-site sampling, monitoring, and reporting in accordance with licence conditions and for operational performance.
  • Provide Environmental metrics, timely reports to EPA, Corporate, G&T/EMPEMP Quarterly KPI’s on Environment compliance, CSRD (Corporate, monthly and annual returns to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
  • Liaise with members of the public, professional bodies, and suppliers on compliance & legal related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with Chemistry and Safety company standards, including legionella control, Performing regular inspections, audits & assessments to identify and evaluate potential on-site environmental & safety hazards.
  • Manage Chemical Inventory, Storage, and control on site, Review risk assessments, method statements & prepare work permits for Environmental/Chemistry contractors.
  • Training of operatives/staff including training staff on emissions compliance and good waste management practices and other required training, as necessary.
  • Any other duties assigned to you by station management team in Aghada

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  • A  third level qualification in Environment, chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent, with at least 5 years experience. 
  • Knowledge & experience of ISO14001. IE (Industrial Emissions) Licences & GHG permits. Specialist knowledge of Health, Chemical Safety and Environment Legislation & Standards.   
  • Strong administration/ computer skills &  commercial,communication
  • Inter-personal skills,  who can work closely with the management team and staff to ensure compliance across all site departments, and work with specialist teams within ESB. 
  • Must have experience managing contractors from an Environmental, Chemistry and safety perspective. Must have a proven record of accomplishment in managing projects and delivering results.
  • Hold a full valid driving licence, access to a car and valid to drive in Ireland. 

 

Desirable  

 

  • Experience with EPA in terms of IEL/GHG compliance & stakeholder management & Environmental management system ISO14001. 
  • Extensive working knowledge & use of EDEN, Good knowledge of Irish environmental legislation, codes of practice and standards
  • Strong Auditing skills

 

 

Location  

 

This position will be based in ESB Aghada Generating Station, Whitegate, Midleton, Co. Cork, P25XE94.

 

 

Reporting To 

 

Chemical & Environmental manager

 

 

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

 

€57,900 - €68,100

 

 

Closing Date

 

24th January 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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