Group Environmental & Sustainability Lead

Dawn Meats Group; Kildare; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawn Meats Group in Ireland is seeking a Group Environmental Officer to support environmental compliance and sustainability across the Dawn Meats sites. The role will work with site teams to develop and monitor environmental management systems and drive improvement initiatives.

Based in one of our primary production plants, you will manage EPA licences, oversee energy, water and waste data, and contribute to group sustainability projects while coordinating with the wider environmental team.

Qualifications

• A relevant third-level Environmental/Engineering qualification (B.Sc./B.E.) or similar.
• 3+ years’ experience in an Environmental/Energy role.
• Audit experience and ability to liaise with governing bodies.
• Fluent English with strong communication skills.
• Good data handling, reporting, and data-driven decision skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance of EPA licences and related communications with external bodies.
• Oversee operation, performance, cost, reporting and resourcing of the onsite Effluent Treatment Plant.
• Lead the group energy, water and carbon reduction targets with KPI reporting.
• Maintain and improve ISO50001 Energy Management and ISO14001 EMS on site.
• Coordinate waste management practices across sites and align with group goals.
• Collaborate with the wider group environmental team on sustainability projects.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers and service partners.

Skills

Audit experience

Excel proficiency

English communication

Data handling

Team player / independent

Education

B.Sc./B.E. Environmental/Engineering

Job description

Dawn Meats Group in Ireland is seeking a Group Environmental Officer to support environmental compliance and sustainability across the Dawn Meats sites. The role will work with site teams to develop and monitor environmental management systems and drive improvement initiatives.

Based in one of our primary production plants, you will manage EPA licences, oversee energy, water and waste data, and contribute to group sustainability projects while coordinating with the wider environmental team.