Management Systems Specialist

Water; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Uisce Éireann is seeking a skilled Management Systems Specialist to advance our Integrated Management System and align processes with ISO standards. You will design, implement, and audit core controls across quality, energy, environmental and health & safety areas to minimise risk and support regulatory compliance.

You will develop audit plans, lead internal audits, drive CAPA processes, and collaborate with internal teams and partners to ensure effective governance.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing ISO-based management systems in large organisations.
• Experience in ISO 9001/14001/50001/45001 audits.
• Minimum three years’ post-qualification experience including internal audits.
• Ability to drive continual improvement and risk-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ISO-aligned management system elements.
• Lead resilience and management systems projects.
• Develop audit plans and schedules with buy-in.
• Audit processes and report findings with improvement recommendations.
• Prepare management review findings and CAPA recommendations.
• Support regulatory and legal requirements process updates.

Skills

Management Systems

ISO Standards

Audit & Compliance

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Relevant third level qualification

Management Systems Auditor training

Job description

We are Uisce Éireann. Every day, we are responsible for the delivery of secure, safe, and sustainable water services for the people of Ireland. As Ireland’s national regulated water utility, our vision is a sustainable Ireland where water is respected and protected, for the planet and all the lives it supports.

Our purpose at Uisce Éireann is to rise to the challenge of delivering transformative water services that enable communities to thrive. That means we are proud to take on the responsibility of protecting our water supply and passing on a safe and secure water system to a rapidly growing population and empowering Ireland’s social and economic growth.

We are passionate about empowering our people, enabling them to make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. We are guided by a shared vision and purpose, grounded in values that define who we are and shape how we work, where we deliver for customers and communities, we work better together, we do the right thing, we aim high, and we keep each other safe. Our behaviours define how we interact, communicate, and succeed together. These values and behaviours apply to each one of us, across every role, location, and level.

Our goal is to attract and develop skilled and talented people from diverse backgrounds, who bring a dynamic range of expertise and insights to our work. With a strong, values-driven workforce, we ensure Uisce Éireann can continue advancing Ireland’s water services and meeting the needs of the communities we serve for generations to come.

The Role:

The Organisational Risk and Resilience Team is responsible for developing and implementing Uisce Éireann’s Organisational Risk Management, Policy and Framework and assisting the business in ensuring that appropriate risk management processes are in place to identify, measure, monitor and report their risk profile appropriate resilience (Crisis Management and Business Continuity) policy and framework designed, implemented and is operated across the organisation to minimise the impact of a business continuity or crisis management events. The function will also support the development of the UÉ management systems model in line with ISO standards and includes the provision of its core support processes (CAPA/Doc Control, Internal Audit/ /Legal and other requirements).

Reporting directly to Management Systems Technical Lead, the Management Systems Specialist will provide technical assistance, liaison, monitoring, management system design and auditing functions within Uisce Éireann, suppliers and contractors to ensure that the holistic requirements of Uisce Éireann’s Integrated Management System (IMS) system are delivered.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and implement key elements of the Management Systems, aligned to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001 that reflect the business needs
• Provide support, including developing procedures, in the implementation of the Uisce Éireann Management Systems to the wider business and relevant partners (as required)
• Lead assigned Resilience and Management Systems projects
• Develop Management Systems audit plans and schedules and ensure buy-in from the wider Resilience and Management Systems team and Uisce Éireann management teams
• Work closely with the wider Uisce Éireann business to develop and circulate knowledge of the Management Systems audit process, protocols and inputs required
• Examine requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 45001 and ensure these are captured in audit plans and checklists
• Execute the Management Systems Audit process as per approved plans and schedules, ensuring correct protocols and procedures are adhered to by the wider Uisce Éireann business
• Work closely with the business in providing Management Systems guidance and in assessing and auditing specific records and documentation as part of the Management Systems audit process
• Complete audit findings and audit reports and recommend value-added revisions to relevant Management Systems and procedures
• Prepare findings and recommendations for management reviews
• Drive continual improvement across the organisation by leading, supporting and promoting the Uisce Éireann CAPA (Corrective and Preventative Action) process as required
• Keep abreast of changes in regulatory legislation guidelines relevant to policies and procedures, through management of the Legal & other requirements process (ROL) and ensure that any updates and improvements are raised with the appropriate management system owner.
• Support the Tender Evaluation Process as required
• Other duties as may be required from time-to-time

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business included but not limited to ;

• Asset Operations
  • Asset Management
  • Business Services
  • Health & Safety
• Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives.
• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with Uisce Éireann’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of UÉ business information, and delivery of critical services, in accordance with the NIS Directive and any other relevant cybersecurity regulation.
• Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Relevantthird level qualification and or accreditation is desirable and or relevant experience
• Completion of Management Systems Auditor training is a requirement
• Minimum three years’ post qualification experience, including a minimum of 1 year internal auditing or 2nd party auditing experience, ideally in Water Services delivery or a related sector e.g. utilities and construction
• Working knowledge and experience in Management systems in particular Quality, Energy, Environmental and Health & Safety ISO Standards
• Experience in managing and prioritising projects within a complex portfolio
• Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally
• Proven track record with dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion along with the ability to communicate information to others.
• Highly motivated individual, with a proven track record in resolving complex issues, along with the ability to communicate information to others
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and analyse problems and make improvement decisions that benefit the team/communities
• Ability to develop effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders and ability to look for and listen to diverse perspectives
• Demonstrate adaptability and the ability to change focus and direction in line with business strategy and requirement
• Proven track record in identifying opportunities for process improvements and innovation.
• Experience in taking ownership of safety responsibilities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

The closing date for receipt of applications for this vacancy is 10/11/2026.

Please note that applications submitted after this closing date will not be accepted.

*Successful candidates will be offered a salary within the advertised range based on an assessment of their relevant skills, qualifications, experience and readiness to undertake the responsibilities of the role.

Internal candidates will be considered in line with the application of Uisce Éireann's Pay Model and associated pay policies.

The salary range is designed to recognise that successful candidates may join the organisation at different stages in their career, while also providing scope for future salary progression as capability and experience develop.

Uisce Éireann is an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive place of work and have a robust strategy and framework called ibelong to enable this. We are an equal opportunity employer and through our recruitment process we welcome and encourage applications from interested and suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, membership of the traveller community, religion or beliefs, family or civil status, sexual orientation/gender identity or disability.