EHS & Sustainability Lead – Food Manufacturing

Cpl Group; Monaghan; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CPL Group is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to join a long-established Irish food manufacturing operation. The role supports the development, implementation and continuous improvement of EHS and sustainability programmes across the site, driving a positive safety culture and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will contribute to environmental performance, risk assessments and training, collaborating with cross-functional teams on sustainability-focused

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Sustainability or related discipline.
• 2–4 years' experience in an EHS position within manufacturing, food production or regulated environment.
• Certified Manual Handling Trainer.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Sustainability programme experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental and sustainability strategies across the site.
• Monitor energy usage, waste management, water consumption and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Lead sustainability reporting activities and support certification programmes.
• Maintain and improve Health & Safety Management Systems and conduct site inspections and audits.
• Deliver Health & Safety training programmes, including Manual Handling.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate external audits and maintain risk management documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Irish and EU Environmental, Health & Safety legislation.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Proactive approach

Problem solving

Change influence

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Health & Safety/Sustainability

Job description

CPL Group is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to join a long-established Irish food manufacturing operation. The role supports the development, implementation and continuous improvement of EHS and sustainability programmes across the site, driving a positive safety culture and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will contribute to environmental performance, risk assessments and training, collaborating with cross-functional teams on sustainability-focused