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Environmental Specialist, EMS Manager

 
 
Vacancy Number:  25967
Science
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.

Are you looking for a new challenge?

 

A Brighter, zero carbon future awaits!

Join the Planning & Environmental Group within Civil, Environmental & Renewables Department of ESB Engineering & Major Projects, where we provide a broad range of environmental and planning services for ESB Group throughout the feasibility, design, construction and operation & maintenance phases of electricity infrastructure projects in Ireland and overseas.

The team specialises in:

  • Preparation & Submission of planning applications
  • Environmental Consenting, Licensing & Compliance
  • Environmental Management Systems
  • Environmental & Ecological Studies
  • Sustainability Reporting and Leadership
  • Environmental SI, Site Remediation & Incident Response

We are looking for an experienced EMS Manager to join us on our journey to a Brighter Future.

 

 

About ESB

 

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.

 

 

Position Description

 

The EMS Manager will be a member of the Planning & Environmental (P&E) Group within the Engineering & Major Projects (EMP) business unit. The successful candidate will manage the Environmental Management System (EMS) and ISO14001 certification and will provide EMS and related environmental services across the ESB Group. EMS Manager is a crucial role in ensuring a consistent approach to environmental management and performance in EMP and in the embedding of EMPs sustainability objectives.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Management, maintenance and continual improvement of the Environmental Management System (EMS), the co-ordination of its operation and management of related ISO14001 Certification.
  • Ensuring that EMS processes and procedures to manage environmental risk and environmental governance issues are produced, disseminated and communicated across EMP.
  • Ensuring EMP staff are notified and briefed as required on EMS requirements.
  • Provide EMS and general environmental awareness training to the EMP, and as required the wider ESB, project delivery community.
  • Reporting to Senior Management on the performance of the EMS.
  • Provide EMS and related environmental consultancy to P&E Group clients, including other business areas across ESB Group.
  • Support the management of the legal compliance registers of ISO certified environmental management systems throughout ESB Group.
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant environmental legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Inform and maintain the contractor environmental requirements and related documentation to support project delivery procurement processes within EMP.
  • Manage the programme of internal auditing of EMP activities.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

Essential

 

The successful candidate must have:

  • Minimum 7 years’ experience in the area of environmental management, environmental legislation and ISO14001 certification.
  • A strong understanding of the environmental regulatory requirements in Ireland.
  • Demonstrated experience in the development and successful ongoing certification of environmental management systems within large organisations with a diverse range of operational and project activities.
  • A professional manner with strong inter-personal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels and deliver high performance results.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and proven track record of managing internal and external stakeholders.

 

Desirable

 

  • A proven track record of implementing Environmental Management Systems within the construction sector.
  • A strong understanding of the environmental regulatory requirements in the UK.
  • A strong knowledge of environmental legislation pertaining to the development and construction of large infrastructure projects, including in the marine environment.
  • Good knowledge of contract management
  • Full drivers’ licence and access to a car.

 

 

Qualifications

 

 

Essential

 

  • Level 8 Environmental or Science Degree or equivalent qualification.

 

Desirable

 

  • Level 9 Engineering or Science Degree or equivalent qualification.
  • Chartered status in a recognised professional institution.
  • Project Management qualification.

 

 

Location

 

Your base will be at one of our offices situated at One Dublin Airport Central or Eastgate Cork, but the role may require a certain amount of travel within Ireland (and periodically to Northern Ireland and Great Britain) as required.

 

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working.

 

 

Why ESB?

 

  • Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future 
  • Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future​ / Hybrid Working 
  • Career development through mentoring, and training  
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 
  • Active Social & Sports Clubs 
  • Networking opportunities 
  • Credit Union  
  • Generous Pension Contributions 
  • Access to Staff Well Being programmes 
  • Generous parents leave entitlements  
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 
  • Performance Related Bonus; and 
  • Professional membership fees covered
  • ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

 

 

Reporting to

 

The Sustainability & Environmental Management Team Lead in the Planning & Environmental Group of CER.

 

Salary

 

€69,000 to €81,000 per annum

 

 

Closing Date

 

13th 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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