Sustainability and Compliance Officer Location:
West,
County Dublin Job Type:
Permanent, Full-time An established food processing company with a heritage spanning two centuries is seeking a Sustainability and Compliance Officer to drive environmental initiatives, strengthen health and safety culture, and ensure compliance across its operations.
This role is ideal for a professional with a strong passion for sustainability and the ability to lead impactful projects in a fast-paced industry.
Key Responsibilities * Lead sustainability initiatives, focusing on reducing energy consumption, carbon footprint, water usage, and waste.
* Collect, analyse, and report key environmental and sustainability metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
* Conduct energy and environmental audits across multiple sites to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
* Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, working to maintain legal and ethical best practices.
* Develop and implement health and safety policies, conduct risk assessments, and promote a proactive safety culture.
* Design and deliver training programmes to enhance employee awareness of sustainability and workplace safety.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive continuous improvements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
* Carry out regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
Candidate Profile * Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Health & Safety, or a related field.
* Minimum of two years' experience in sustainability, health and safety, or compliance-related roles.
* Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.
* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in implementing solutions.
* Full clean driver's licence required, with the flexibility to travel between sites operating in chilled environments.
Benefits of the Role * Opportunity to lead sustainability and compliance initiatives in an industry with a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.
* Career growth potential within a well-established company known for innovation and sustainability.
* Monday to Friday schedule, providing structure and work-life balance.
This role presents a unique opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to sustainability efforts and ensure high standards of environmental and workplace safety in a long-standing organisation.
To apply, please submit your most recent CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role to Bernadette Sisson for immediate consideration.
Skills:
Sustainability Environmental Compliance Health & Safety Risk Management ESG Regulatory Compliance Manufacturing.