Job Purpose
* Support the parishes and diocese in the delivery of a variety of sustainability, energy conservation and decarbonisation projects.
* Supporting energy‑saving and carbon‑reduction initiatives and collaborating with relevant internal and external stakeholders across the diocese to meet environmental and sustainability goals.
* Gathering and analysing energy consumption data.
* Supporting parishes in identifying and implementing energy‑saving opportunities.
* Supporting parishes with Funding applications – particularly to SEAI and donors.
Main Tasks
* Coordinate and support the delivery of energy reduction projects across the diocese.
* Analyse energy consumption data and develop annual energy‑reduction targets, supporting parishes in achieving those targets.
* Conduct regular monitoring and analysis of building energy usage.
* Identify and review environmental initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption across facilities.
* Collaborate with the Sustainability Teams in parishes to achieve diocesan environmental targets.
* Support the SEAI relationship and parish grant applications.
* Promote and advocate diocesan sustainability objectives and values.
* Assist parishes with the selection and appointment of consultants and specialist contractors.
* Project manage a variety of mechanical and electrical services projects on both modern and historic buildings, providing oversight of cost, programme and quality.
* Advise on the environmental impact, energy efficiency and sustainability of proposed solutions.
* Be familiar with Energy Audit and analyse the audit recommendations.
* Be the first point of contact for parishes in relation to sustainability, energy management and building services initiatives.
Essential Qualifications
* Professionally qualified in building services engineering, building surveying, architecture or a related discipline – with a minimum of 5 years post‑qualification experience.
* A deep knowledge of building engineering services and maintenance management, including building services controls and management systems.
* Technical expertise and experience with excellent relationship management skills and a passion for sustainability.
* An understanding of, and empathy with, the pastoral mission of the diocese.
* A further qualification in Building Energy Performance/Sustainability.
* A genuine interest in building conservation, the built heritage and the application of sustainability principles to an existing portfolio.
Experience
* A minimum of 5 years post‑qualification experience.
* Demonstrable interest and experience in promoting sustainability objectives and energy consumption reduction initiatives across a varied portfolio.
* Experience in solar panel installations, including the economic and technical challenges in a diverse portfolio.
* Sound and demonstrable commercial experience and business acumen.
Skills
* Powerful and well‑refined relationship management skills.
* Strong IT skills, including AutoCAD and GIS.
Our Offer
* Competitive salary – DOE
* Company pension with contributions after probation completion – 7.25% employer contribution
* Income protection and Death‑in‑Service benefit
* 20 days of annual leave – incremental up to 25 days according to years of employment.
* Holy Days off (if they fall on a Mon to Fri – 6 Jan, 15 Aug, 1 Nov and 8 Dec).
* Ordinary Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave and Adoptive Leave fully paid after 1 year of continuous employment.
* Tax Saver Travel Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Professional Membership fees paid (only where relevant to the job)
* Employee Engagement Activities
* Free Car Parking
* Work‑Life Balance: Hybrid working model with flexible options (flexible start/finish times). Core hours are 10 am to 4 pm (some staff only).
* Offer a hybrid working model after satisfactory probation: two days working from home and three days in the office. On Wednesday, all staff members are required to be in the office.
Application
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter that outlines how your experience and qualifications align with the requirements of the advertised role. Applications should be sent via email to careers@dublindiocese.ie by 30th November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please email the same address.
Legal Statement
Only applicants legally entitled to work in Ireland/EU and able to travel through the island of Ireland if required will be considered.
Company Statement
The Archdiocese of Dublin is a charity, regulated by the Charities Regulatory Authority.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Religious Institutions
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