Energy & Sustainability Manager

coke; Ballina; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Energy & Sustainability Manager at Coca-Cola will lead the site’s sustainability and environmental strategy, working with plant leadership to set priorities and deliver high-impact initiatives. You will ensure regulatory compliance and integrate sustainability into operational decision-making, driving measurable improvements across energy, water, waste, and emissions.

Based in Ballina, the role requires building capabilities, delivering training, and guiding decarbonization efforts including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant engineering or environmental discipline.
• Sustainability, Climate & Energy Management focus.
• 7+ years in environment/sustainability roles.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement of Environmental Management System to align with ISO standards.
• Develop and execute annual sustainability program with plant leadership.
• Monitor energy and water use, waste, and emissions; drive reduction initiatives.
• Lead environmental incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Provide energy audits, metering, and data analytics expertise.
• Support decarbonization including renewable energy and scope 3 reductions.

Skills

English proficiency

Project management

Problem solving

Leadership

Decarbonization

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Mechanical / Electrical / Energy Engineering

Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering/Management

Sustainability Education

Tools

Energy monitoring systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Description Summary:

As a key member of the Quality, Safety & Environmental (QSE) Team, the Energy & Sustainability Manager will lead the development and execution of the site’s sustainability and environmental strategy in partnership with plant leadership.

This exciting role will focus on driving measurable improvements in sustainability performance by setting clear priorities, applying technical expertise, and implementing high-impact initiatives aligned with the organisation’s sustainability vision. The Manager will ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and corporate sustainability standards, while integrating sustainability goals into operational decision-making.

Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement of the site’s Environmental Management System to meet and maintain compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 14068 and Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) standards.
• Review and update environmental risk assessments on a regular basis to proactively address risks and opportunities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to corporate environmental standards (including KORE requirements) by conducting compliance assessments and driving robust corrective action plans.
• Develop and execute the annual sustainability program in collaboration with plant leadership and functional teams; monitor rollout progress against planned objectives.
• Support change management initiatives that embed sustainability practices into operational culture and processes.
• Deliver environmental training programs, including onboarding training for new associates, contractors, and temporary personnel, as well as targeted technical training to build capabilities within the organisation.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive energy and sustainability strategy across all site operations.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on energy consumption, water use, waste generation, and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Identify and execute initiatives to reduce energy usage, improve efficiency, and lower operational costs.
• Previous experience with energy audits, metering, monitoring and data analytics.
• Knowledge of renewable energy, energy storage systems and micro-grid system.
• Ensure accurate and timely sustainability data reporting to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure site preparedness for potential environmental incidents; lead investigations, implement corrective action plans, and apply learnings to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and deliver a water management roadmap, including project pipelines, CAPEX planning, water reduction initiatives, replenish projects, and strategies.
• Lead decarbonization initiatives to achieve Zero Carbon Emissions including renewable energy adoption, efficiency improvements, and support for scope 3 emission reductions across transportation, packaging, and ingredient supply chains.
• Provide subject matter expertise to the global Environment Network, influencing local and global environmental policies and CPS sustainability guidelines.
• Oversee waste management programs, including wastewater compliance, hazardous waste handling, waste recovery, and recycling initiatives.

Education requirements & related work experience

• Bachelor’s / Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as: Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering, Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering/Management
• Sustainability, Climate & Energy Management
• 7+ years in Environment/sustainability experience
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Results‑driven, proactive and resilient
• Comfortable operating in complex, fast‑paced industrial environments
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability
• Project management knowledge and experience.

Skills:

Location(s): Ireland

City/Cities: Ballina

Travel Required: 00% - 25%

Relocation Provided: No

Job Posting End Date: September 29, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.