About the role
We are seeking an EHS Technician to join our on‑site Environmental Health & Safety team in Listowel. This is a hands‑on, operational role within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, combining office‑based work with a strong daily presence on the factory floor.
Success in this role depends on your ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from operators and technicians to engineers and site leadership, while delivering clear, practical guidance.
This position is part of our EHS Fast Track Programme, a development pathway designed to accelerate your progression into a high‑performing EHS professional. As a participant, you will receive formal accredited training, 11 coaching and mentoring, cross‑site exposure, and career progression opportunities.
This is a permanent, full‑time and onsite role.
Key responsibilities
Conduct routine EHS inspections, audits, risk assessments, and environmental monitoring, proactively identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO management systems.
Assist in accident/incident investigations and root‑cause analysis (RCA).
Maintain EHS documentation, environmental records, and compliance documentation.
Monitor key environmental metrics and contribute to environmental and sustainability improvement projects.
Collaborate daily with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to promote safe and sustainable working practices.
Deliver on‑site training to employees, supporting behavioural safety, environmental awareness, and a strong compliance culture.
Qualifications and skills
1 to 3+ years in an EHS, operational safety or environmental role, ideally within a manufacturing.
Technical education in chemistry, food science, environmental science, engineering, or EHS.
Effective communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organisational levels.
Strong organisational skills, problem‑solving mindset, and attention to detail.
Passion for behavioural safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
What we offer
Competitive salary aligned with experience.
Access to the EHS Fast Track Programme, including accredited training and opportunities for growth across a global organisation.
Healthcare allowance.
Matched pension scheme and life insurance.
25 days annual leave.
About Kerry Dairy Ireland
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm‑to‑fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high‑quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world‑class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.
Our Agribusiness division plays a vital role in supporting Ireland’s farming community. We provide farmers with essential products and services, including animal feed, fertilisers, crop protection, and farm supplies, ensuring sustainable and efficient farm operations. Through expert advice and innovative solutions, we help our 2,800 milk suppliers optimise productivity while maintaining the highest standards of animal health and environmental care. This partnership approach strengthens our farm‑to‑fork model and reinforces our commitment to sustainability and long‑term growth for Irish agriculture.
Our Safety purpose
“we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day”. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.
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