Sustainability Analyst

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 Asset Management and Sustainability area is responsible for the development of asset policies, strategies and plans to determine the significant investment required into Ireland’s infrastructure. The area drives investment and the sustainability and innovation agenda for the organisation and leads on Environmental Regulation and Compliance activities, ensuring the quality of water and wastewater is continuously monitored.

The Sustainable Business Team are responsible for driving environmentally responsible practices and innovative solutions. The team develop strategies that minimized Uisce Eireann’s eco footprint, enhance water conservation efforts and promote community engagement. They work to foster partnership with stakeholders, government bodies and local authorities to create a positive impact on water quality, availability, and overall environmental wellbeing. 

Reporting to the Sustainable Business Technical Manager (CSRD and Net Zero), the Sustainability Analyst is responsible for analysing the environmental impact of Uisce Éireann’s operations. The role holder also works to developing plans aimed at reducing any potential negative impacts. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to identify patterns in energy use and costs over time and recommend conservation/preventative measures

• Interpret data and statistics to support analysis and forecasts, and prepare high quality reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Review current environmental and sustainability laws and regulations to determine compliance requirements

• Conduct feasibility studies to evaluate the potential impact of new technologies on the environment 

• Model possible scenarios to predict the effects of future events on the environment 

• Plan, design and implement programs to promote sustainability within Uisce Éireann

• Developing strategic plans that consider environmental, social, and economic factors to achieve Uisce Éireann’s sustainability goals 

• Estimate the cost of alternative energy sources and recommend the best option based on price and quality of output

• Develop strategies and implement plans and for sustainable growth in Uisce Éireann by using environmentally friendly practices

• Support and assist the sustainability teams and contribute to developing new products and services

• Support the Sustainable Business Manager in developing emissions reductions strategies, including science-based targets, net zero roadmaps and sustainability goals.

General Duties and Responsibilities 

• Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business

• Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards

• 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:

• Relevant third level qualification and or accreditation is desirable and or relevant experience

• A minimum of 3 years’ Experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable

• Ability to develop effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders and ability to look for and listen to diverse perspectives. 

• Proven track record in resolving complex issues, along with the ability to communicate information to others. 

• Strong background in upholding organisational values through decision-making and constructive actions 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and analyse problems and potential improvements, and propose and implement solutions

• Demonstrate adaptability and the ability to change focus and direction in line with 

  business strategy and requirements

• Ability to proactively identify new areas of improvement and implement new ways to do things.

• Experience in taking ownership of safety responsibilities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

The closing date for receipt of applications for this vacancy is XXX.

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

*Please be advised that if successful you will be placed on the salary range based on your skills and experience. Please note the Market reference point (midpoint) of the range is generally the upper end of the offer where someone is deemed to be fully competent to take on the duties of the role, and leaves room for the employee to progress through the pay range as their experience develops further.

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.