Environmental Manager(12 months Fixed Term Contract)

An Post; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An Post Company Medical Scheme

PRIP Bonus Scheme

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

An Post Employee Assistance Programme

Digital gym with daily scheduled works

Secure on-site bicycle parking & Cycle

Tax Saver Travel Pass

Job summary

An Post is seeking an Environmental Manager to lead the Facilities Team in delivering its Facilities and Sustainability strategy across the estate in Ireland. You will work with the Energy Manager to drive environmental management, compliance, and sustainable procurement practices, embedding circular-economy and plastic-reduction initiatives in operations and contractor frameworks.

The role focuses on implementing ISO 14001 and ISO 50001, overseeing environmental performance across properties,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in environmental science, sustainability, engineering or facilities management.
• Desirable environmental qualifications (ISO 14001/50001) and 7+ years delivering facilities and sustainability programmes.
• Experience delivering environmental, sustainability or facilities-management programmes in a large organisation.
• Proven ability to translate strategy and compliance into practical programmes and site improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership within the Facilities Team aligned with sustainability goals.
• Lead ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 implementation and continuous improvement.
• Improve energy efficiency and environmental performance of offices and sites.
• Coordinate waste, water, paper, plastic reduction, biodiversity and landscaping.
• Represent An Post with external bodies and sustainability networks.
• Lead sustainability reporting and award submissions with the team.
• Support audits and corrective actions for ISO standards.
• Embed sustainability in procurement and supplier management.

Skills

Environmental management

Energy management

Sustainability reporting

Procurement influence

ISO 14001

ISO 50001

Stakeholder leadership

Education

Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline

Desirable: environmental qualification (ISO 14001/50001)

Job description

*This is an evolving and developing role and may change over time*

The Environmental Manager will provide operational leadership within the An Post Facilities Team and will play a central role in the development, coordination, and delivery of An Post’s Facilities and Sustainability strategy.

Working closely with the Energy Manager, the successful candidate will lead environmental management across the estate and support the integration of sustainability principles into operational activities, procurement practices, and supplier performance management.

The role is responsible for leading the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, internal governance standards, and recognised best practice. The successful candidate will oversee environmental performance across the organisation’s property portfolio, including waste, water, paper and plastic reduction, biodiversity, landscaping, and small-scale energy use. The role also includes leading environmental risk management, incident response, corrective actions, and emergency preparedness processes to ensure robust and consistent environmental performance.

A key requirement of the role is to embed sustainability considerations into Facilities procurement and contractor management by setting clear environmental expectations, influencing purchasing decisions, and supporting the inclusion of sustainability requirements in contracts and supplier performance frameworks. The Environmental Manager will also contribute to circular-economy and plastic-reduction initiatives, support accessibility and inclusion objectives within the built environment, and provide strong cross-functional leadership to translate sustainability strategy into practical, measurable outcomes across An Post.

This is a 12 month fixed term position.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership within the Facilities Team, working closely with the Energy Manager to deliver strategic Facilities and Sustainability initiatives aligned with An Post’s objectives.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of environmental and energy management frameworks, including ISO 14001 and ISO 50001, ensuring compliance, performance improvement, and strategic alignment.
• Lead Facilities initiatives that support An Post’s purpose and improve the energy efficiency and environmental performance of offices and operational sites.
• Own and coordinate environmental performance across the estate, including:
  • Waste management and reporting for all An Post properties
  • Water management for Significant Water Users
  • Paper and plastic consumption reduction
  • Biodiversity and landscaping initiatives
  • Small-scale energy use, including lighting and small power on sites
• Act as a senior representative for An Post with external reporting bodies and industry organisations, including UPU, IPC, SEAI, Repak, and other relevant agencies.
• Represent An Post in national and international sustainability forums and initiatives, including the PostEurop Green Mobility Forum, the Irish Green Building Council, and other relevant networks.
• Lead the preparation, coordination, and presentation of sustainability and energy performance information, including internal and external progress updates and award submissions in collaboration with the Sustainability Team.
• Provide leadership in sustainability and energy performance reporting, including:
  • Monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for Significant Energy Users, Processing Plants, Delivery Service Units, Administrative Centres, and Retail Offices
  • Performance reporting under ISO 50001 policies
  • Contribution to the An Post Annual Sustainability Report
• Lead and support internal and external audits relating to ISO 14001 and ISO 50001, ensuring readiness, corrective action, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and lead sustainability and Facilities projects, including innovative biodiversity and landscaping initiatives.
• Provide cross-functional leadership and governance support across Facilities, Sustainability, Procurement, Operations, and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment, delivery, and measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrate An Post values and behaviours in your day to day work and address behaviour that supports/conflicts with them.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline, such as environmental science, sustainability, engineering, or facilities management, or equivalent experience.
• Desirable: a recognised environmental qualification (for example ISO 14001, ISO 50001, environmental management, or sustainability certification) and at least seven years’ recent, relevant experience delivering facilities, energy, and sustainability programmes in a large, complex organisation.
• Significant experience delivering environmental, sustainability, or facilities-management programmes in a large, operationally complex organisation.
• Strong track record of translating strategy, policy, and compliance requirements into practical programmes, measurable actions, and site-level improvements.
• Experience working across procurement, operations, suppliers, and governance to implement environmental and sustainability priorities effectively.

Critical Competencies (The following competencies are critical to the delivery of results and/or to superior performance in this role:)

• Initiative
• Planning & Organising
• Problem solving & analysis
• Technical/professional knowledge
• Project Management

Salary range starting from €55,139.Placement within the advertised salary range will be determined based on the successful candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and alignment with the role requirements.

• An Post Company Medical Scheme
• PRIP Bonus Scheme
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Paternity Leave
• An Post Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital gym with daily scheduled workouts
• Secure on-site bicycle parking & Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tax Saver Travel Pass
• City Centre location

At An Post we appreciate the value that diversity brings and believe our workforce should be reflective of the customers and communities we serve. That is why we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, membership of the Travelling community, or family status. We are committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process, or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact [e-mail]

About An Post

An Post is one of Ireland’s leading organisations, offering financial and postal services as well as being a trusted gateway to government services. We are transforming from the old world of traditional letters and cash to the new digital world of e-commerce parcels and financial services.

An Post’s core purpose — to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come — is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. Corporate Social Responsibility plays a pivotal role at An Post as we focus on developing long-term sustainability. Diversity and Inclusion are also embedded in our strategy, as we continuously evolve to be representative of our employees and the communities we serve. Read more about our strategy and our progress today!