Environmental Engineer (IE)

Biopharma Careers; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Astellas Ireland Co. Ltd, Tralee Plant, is seeking an Environmental Specialist to maintain ISO14001-aligned environmental management, ensure regulatory compliance and drive continuous improvement.

The role covers monitoring, waste management, wastewater treatment, KPI reporting and staff training, with a practical, solution-focused approach and strong communication across operations, compliance and community-facing activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related discipline, with extensive relevant experience, ideally in an industrial or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO14001 and corporate standards; implement EMS objectives.
• Operate the WWTP and Waste Management System in line with licences and regulations, including testing, reporting, waste records.

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com .

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Working Environment and Location

At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose & Scope

The Environmental Specialist is responsible for ensuring that the Environmental Management function at Astellas Ireland Co. Ltd, Tralee Plant is maintained on an ongoing basis in conformance with ISO14001, corporate requirements, client requirements and applicable environmental legislation.

The role supports environmental compliance, monitoring, reporting, waste management, wastewater treatment plant operation, environmental awareness and continuous improvement across the site.

The position requires practical, solution-focused environmental expertise, strong communication skills and the ability to manage priorities across operational, compliance and community-facing activities.

Role and Responsibilities

• Environmental Management: Ensure compliance with site procedures, policies, environmental requirements, ISO14001 and corporate standards; implement S+EMS objectives and identify improvement opportunities.
• Audits & Procedures: Conduct SOP audits, maintain/update procedures, complete monthly environmental audits, and investigate and document nonconformities and corrective actions.
• Compliance & Monitoring: Operate the WWTP and Waste Management System in line with licences and regulations, including testing, reporting, waste records, collections and rebates.
• Environmental Performance: Maintain environmental and safety monitoring programmes, oversee sampling and results, and compile/report KPIs and corporate audit data.
• Projects & Awareness: Support biodiversity and nature reserve activities, promote environmental awareness, and deliver presentations and training to site teams, contractors, students and external groups.
• Reporting & Escalation: Provide regular environmental compliance, KPI, audit and improvement updates to the Facilities Lead and site forums, escalating environmental, compliance, resource and operational issues promptly.

Required Qualifications

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related discipline, with extensive relevant experience, ideally in an industrial or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Environmental Expertise: Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, industry guidance and codes of practice, with experience supporting ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems and knowledge of waste, recycling, wastewater, monitoring and reporting.
• Communication & Administration: Excellent written, presentation and interpersonal skills; fully proficient in Microsoft Office with strong attention to detail and effective documentation practices.
• Project & Team Skills: Able to manage multiple projects, prioritise workloads and work collaboratively, with a practical, client-focused, solution-oriented approach and commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

Careers | Astellas

Why Astellas

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organisational Values and Behaviours

• Integrity
• Innovation
• Impact
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

Skills and Capabilities

Organizational Focus