Environmental & Energy Manager

Job Title: Environmental and Energy ManagerLocation: Midleton Distillery, CorkContract: PermanentAbout Irish Distillers (IDL)Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our brands are driving the success of Irish whiskey globally. Jameson is the world’s fastest-growing Irish whiskey, achieving +10% net sales growth globally in FY23. Our brands are exported to 130+ markets around the world.Irish Distillers was formed in 1966, when a merger took place between John Power & Son, John Jameson & Son, and Cork Distilleries Company. In 1988 Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard, gaining access to unprecedented levels of investment and an extensive global distribution network.In 2022, we announced our ambition to significantly reduce carbon emissions across our distilling operations at Midleton Distillery in addition to our plans to invest in a new distillery on a site adjacent to our existing operations in Midleton.We employ over 800 people across our operations in Cork and Dublin.About Pernod Ricard (PR)Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand-building, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term development of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive, and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 12,137 million in fiscal year FY23.What’s involved:To manage and ensure full compliance of Midleton Distillery (current and future expansion) and the Dungourney Maturation Warehouse Facility with all relevant requirements of the Environmental & Energy Management Systems (E&EMS) and all other relevant licences. To identify, develop and implement strategies and action plans across all sites to support our Carbon Scope 1,2 and 3 sustainable plans. Manage and develop a cohesive and high performing Environmental, Energy, Facilities and Production Services team. To provide regular updates on electrical and gas volume requirements for operations to the procurement team.Responsibilities:Ensuring the Health, safety and wellbeing of the Environmental and Energy team is maintained as a priority.Lead, manage, coach, mentor and develop team members, ensuring that competence of the team members is monitored and assessed.Ensure that the training needs of the team members are identified and acted upon, and the appropriate records are maintained.Responsible for the maintenance and reassessments of the site E&EMS (ISO 14001 and ISO 50001), IDL and PR standards.Responsible for full compliance with the Industrial Emissions (IE) licence (P0442) and Greenhouse Gas Permit (GHG-005) of the Midleton Distillery site, including the mandatory requirements of the EU ETS scheme.Maintain a positive relationship with external bodies and stakeholders e.g., EPA, SEAI, Enterprise Ireland, Neighbours etc.Management of all aspects of the wastewater treatment plant and waste management, specifically ensuring compliance with the site IE licence.Identify, develop, and implement environmental strategies and action plans across all sites to ensure corporate sustainability development and achievement of the agreed Environmental Roadmaps.To be a point of contact and subject matter expert for IDL and PR.Collaborate with external bodies to identify funding sources for innovative environmental and energy projects.In conjunction with senior management set organisational sustainability targets and develop robust plans to meet those targets and oversee their delivery.Deliver all Environmental & Energy CAPEX projects in Midleton Distillery with the assistance of the projects team.Ensure department operational budget is effectively managed.Site facilities are maintained to an agreed standard.All aspects of the environmental and energy management of the new and any further expanded sites in future years.To promote and increase awareness of all aspects of the E& EMS across the full organisation.Qualifications and Experience:10+ years’ professional experience in consulting, waste management, energy and environmental or another similar sector.3rd Level Qualification in relevant area: Environmental Engineering/ScienceDemonstrable technical experience in the areas of Environmental Compliance, Waste Management, and a strong knowledge of all current Environmental and Waste Management Legislation.A self-motivated, enthusiastic, resourceful, proactive, solutions driven and flexible approach with a willingness to actively participate as part of a wider management team and contribute to the overall running of the business.Experience in an IE licenced and GHG permitted facility.Knowledge of COMAH Requirements.Knowledge of ISO Environmental & Energy Standards.Understanding of the legal frameworks in manufacturing, EU and National LegislationLife at Irish DistillersAt Irish Distillers, we live and love whiskey. Our shared spirit is guided by our values because we believe special things happen when Real, Remarkable and Responsible people come together. We’re proud to be part of the Irish Distillers and Pernod Ricard family, and the magic moments we create through our brands.Our culture is a blend of curiosity and craic, where everyone can be the author of their own verse. Our enthusiasm for what we do is infectious. The spirit we share gives us purpose and makes life at Irish Distillers special. And what’s life without a little spirit? What we offerWe understand our people are our special ingredient. We treat our employees with respect and offer an environment that is engaging, supportive and collaborative.  We understand that employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives and our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success.Some of offerings include;Profit share; - An annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.Product allowance; an annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.People Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes. Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member. Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parentsHealth & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and MindCharity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choiceLike a well-blended whiskey, we believe that diverse perspectives make us better and we welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, orientations, and differences to create together the spirit that makes us great.To learn more about our careers, go to our careers page www.irishdistillers.ie/careersIND1Job Posting End Date:2024-05-30