Packaging Technologist - JMC51312

Osborne - Recruitment Consultancy; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days

Health insurance

Death in service

Hybrid after probation

Job summary

Osborne in Ireland is helping a leading packaging and sustainability organisation recruit an Executive to provide expert advice across Ireland on packaging, waste reduction and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on supporting Members, addressing queries, and ensuring practical guidance on evolving packaging legislation and compliance obligations.

The Executive will conduct site visits, audits, and improvement plans, liaise with stakeholders, and contribute to industry guidance and

Job description

Our client is a leading organisation in Ireland focused on packaging recycling, waste prevention and sustainability. They work closely with businesses to improve packaging design, reduce waste and support compliance with packaging and environmental legislation. Our client is now looking to hire an experienced professional to provide expert advice and support to its Members across Ireland.

Salary & Benefits:

• Up to 23 days base Annual Leave
• Health Insurance
• Death in Service
• Hybrid working after probation

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an Executive with a strong background in packaging technology, materials science or food science, combined with experience in regulatory compliance and PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation). The successful candidate will provide technical and regulatory support to Members across packaging, waste reduction and waste management matters.

The role will involve supporting key programmes and initiatives, responding to and managing Member queries, providing guidance on packaging and regulatory requirements, and contributing to the continuous improvement of Member Services. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider team to ensure Members receive accurate, practical and timely support on evolving packaging legislation and compliance obligations.

About You

Required:

• 3-5 years' experience in a similar Waste or Sustainability role.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating packaging design or artwork projects.
• Knowledge of packaging and waste legislation, including PPWR.
• Understanding of commercial waste management.
• Awareness of Waste | Sustainability trends
• Degree or diploma in Packaging Technology, Materials Technology or a related field desirable

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site visits, inspections, and compliance audits.
• Identify ways to improve waste management, sustainability, resource efficiency, and processes.
• Provide practical advice on waste prevention, recycling, design, and environmental best practice.
• Prepare site visit and audit reports with clear recommendations.
• Work with clients to develop and implement improvement plans.
• Monitor compliance with environmental and waste management requirements.
• Keep up to date with relevant and upcoming legislation.
• Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Support sustainability and continuous improvement projects.
• Help prepare industry guidance, reports, presentations, and communications.
• Attend relevant industry events, seminars, forums, and training.

If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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