Environmental Specialist , EMS Manager
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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? Join the Planning & Environmental Group within the 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 & Ecological Studies
- Sustainability Reporting and Leadership
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Level 8 Environmental or Science Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Level 9 Engineering or Science Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Chartered status in a recognised professional institution.
- Opportunity to lead and operate on the frontline of Ireland’s transition to a net zero future.
- 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.
- Professional membership fees covered.
- ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme.
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