Environmental Manager (Food Production)
Ready to lead environmental excellence at a progressive and busy food processing site? We’re looking for a driven, detail-focused Environmental Manager to take ownership of compliance, sustainability performance, and continuous improvement across the site.
If you’re passionate about making a measurable impact — and confident managing regulatory relationships — this could be your next career move.
The role
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure full compliance with EPA emission licences for:
River discharges (effluent treatment plant)
Stack emissions, including noise & odour
Manage carbon compliance under the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS)
Complete the annual EPA Environmental Report
Oversee EPA portal reporting, including non-compliance submissions
COMAH Regulations
Stay ahead of evolving local and national environmental legislation
Environmental Standards & Certifications
Achieve and maintain ISO 14001 certification
Lead ISO 50001 Energy Management compliance
Drive continuous improvement in environmental performance
Data & Performance Management
Collect, analyse and report daily/weekly environmental KPIs
Translate data into action plans and measurable improvements
Operational Leadership
Manage effluent treatment plant performance and maintenance schedules
Control budgets for chemicals, energy use, and sludge disposal
Ensure the plant operates to the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and site security
Training & Team Development
Upskill and train effluent treatment staff
Ensure team capability aligns with EPA licence requirements
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain a strong, proactive relationship with the EPA
Represent the business on the IBEC Environmental Working Group
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with site manufacturing teams
Monitor product loss and implement practical loss reduction initiatives
Who we are looking for
Strong experience in environmental compliance within a manufacturing environment
In-depth knowledge of EPA licensing, ISO 14001 & ISO 50001
Experience managing budgets and environmental data
Confidence engaging with regulators and external stakeholders
A practical, solutions-focused mindset
Prepared to challenge the status quo when appropriate and be a thought leader in the business
The successful appointee will play a key role in shaping sustainable operations in a high-impact food manufacturing environment. This is a role with real visibility, real responsibility, and real opportunity to lead environmental performance at site level.
Please note applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland.
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