Environmental & Chemistry Specialist

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Aghada Power Station is managed, maintained, and operated to strict efficiency, environmental and availability standards in a competitive commercial market. The station is part of the Generating and Trading division of the ESB. ESB Aghada Station consists of a 450 MW Alstom single shaft combined cycle gas turbine and 3 x 90 MW Alstom dual fuel open cycle gas turbines & any other GT assets associated with site.

This is an opportunity for an ambitious, high performing candidate to work in a dynamic, rewarding and results focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Industrial Emissions Licence, Green House Gas Permit and maintaining ISO 14001 accreditation. Review site projects compliance with IEL/GHG permit at concept stage and follow through to delivery and integration with existing EMS/IELGHG.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Environmental legislation, accredited external standards and general corporate and GT standards and guidelines.
• Advise station management of instances requiring notification to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
• Coordinate on-site sampling, monitoring, and reporting in accordance with licence conditions and for operational performance.
• Provide Environmental metrics, timely reports to EPA, Corporate, G&T/EMPEMP Quarterly KPI's on Environment compliance, CSRD (Corporate, monthly and annual returns to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
• Liaise with members of the public, professional bodies, and suppliers on compliance & legal related issues.
• Ensure compliance with Chemistry and Safety company standards, including legionella control, performing regular inspections, audits & assessments to identify and evaluate potential on-site environmental & safety hazards.
• Manage Chemical Inventory, Storage, and control on site, review risk assessments, method statements & prepare work permits for Environmental/Chemistry contractors.
• Training of operatives/staff including training staff on emissions compliance and good waste management practices and other required training, as necessary.
• Any other duties assigned to you by station management team in Aghada.

Experience and Qualifications

• A third level qualification in Environment, chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent, with at least 5 years experience.
• Knowledge & experience of ISO14001. IE (Industrial Emissions) Licences & GHG permits. Specialist knowledge of Health, Chemical Safety and Environment Legislation & Standards.
• Inter-personal skills, who can work closely with the management team and staff to ensure compliance across all site departments, and work with specialist teams within ESB.
• Must have experience managing contractors from an Environmental, Chemistry and safety perspective. Must have a proven record of accomplishment in managing projects and delivering results.
• Hold a full valid driving licence, access to a car and valid to drive in Ireland.
• Experience with EPA in terms of IEL/GHG compliance & stakeholder management & Environmental management system ISO14001.
• Extensive working knowledge & use of EDEN, good knowledge of Irish environmental legislation, codes of practice and standards.

Location

This position will be based in ESB Aghada Generating Station, Whitegate, Midleton, Co. Cork, P25XE94.

Reporting To

Chemical & Environmental manager

Why Work With Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future.
• Progressive, hybrid working model.
• Career development through mentoring and training.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
• Sports and Social Clubs.
• Networking opportunities.
• Credit Union.
• Access to staff well-being programmes.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

Closing Date

5th May 2025

Inclusion and Diversity Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland's leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. At ESB, we support you to be your best so that you can truly make a difference.