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At ABP we aim to hire the brightest and the best. People who are aligned with our values and are passionate about our industry. We are committed to developing our people, whether it be upskilling our employees across a diverse range of skills through our onsite training programs or nurturing the next generation of leaders through our graduate program. No matter what stage of their career our people are at, we empower them to take ownership of their roles. ABP is one of Europe’s leading privately owned agribusiness companies and is the largest beef processor in Ireland and the UK. The company also operates substantial renewable (Olleco), pet food (C&D), and protein divisions. ABP and its affiliates employ over 14,000 people and have over 50 manufacturing plants operating across nine countries. For more information, visit www.abpfoodgroup.com . The Lean Coordinator/Sustainability Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and ensuring sustainability goals are met across the site. This hybrid role combines Lean leadership with energy and environmental management, bringing all departments together to achieve operational excellence. The job involves working closely with department leads and staff at all levels to establish a Lean culture and implement sustainable practices. Key Responsibilities Lean & Continuous Improvement
Tax Manager
ABP Food Group is one of Europe’s leading food processors, in business since 1954. ABP Food Group has operations throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe with annual revenues of €5bn1. ABP Food Group delivers high quality, fully traceable, award-winning meat products by working together with our partners – from farmers and retailers, to experts in the fields of animal welfare and sustainability. ABP Food Group was the first food company in the world to achieve Quadruple Accreditation from the Carbon Trust. Our core business – ABP Beef – is supported by our renewable, pet food and protein divisions, which combine to ensure the value of by-products is maximised and the environmental impact of our business and customers is minimised. We are seeking an ambitious Group Tax Manager to join our tax team. You will become a key member of the close knit tax team led by the Group Head of Tax and based in the Group’s head office in Ardee, Co. Louth. The role will involve working closely with the Head of Tax, Head of Finance and various colleagues throughout the business. The Role:
Environmental & Sustainability Officer
C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, county Westmeath. At our C&D Foods site in Edgeworthstown we are currently inviting applications for the role of Environmental & Sustainability Officer to support our operations onsite. Job description Management of environmental compliance, waste management, Carbon Footprint and Energy management, and the overall driving of Sustainability of the Business. Responsibilities · Ensure full compliance with EPA license and environmental legislation. · Day to day monitoring of the wastewater treatment plant on site. · Identify and implement projects to reduce the carbon footprint, water and energy use through both capital expenditure and continuous improvement. · Collaboration with the engineering department on the day to day running of the business’s facilities in relation to both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with the production department on the day to day running of the business regarding both operation and sustainability. · Collaboration with group sustainability both in C&D and the wider ABP Group in relation to sustainability · Daily monitoring of all parameters outlined in the sites EPA license for environmental emissions. · Ensuring all sampling programmes for discharges are carried out. · Interpreting energy and water related data for the site and using this data to identify trends. · Upkeep of all environmental, waste and energy related documentation. · Organising of any required infrastructural improvement works relating to environmental equipment with relevant contractors. · Primary point of contact for environmental regulatory bodies such as the EPA, should they contact the site for any reason such as a Site Audit. · Managing of noise and pollution control. · Presenting of sites overall Sustainability performance to head management. · Upkeep of the sites ISO14001 & ISO50001 standards. Qualifications · Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related discipline. · Minimum 2 years’ experience in an environmental or sustainability role within manufacturing or industrial operations. · Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements. · Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards. · Experience in WWTP operations preferred.
Environmental Officer
The Environmental & Sustainability Officer is responsible for overseeing the environmental performance of the site, coordinating and implementing a site-wide environmental strategy. They manage the sustainability policies of the company and achieve targets set by the company on reducing energy, waste, emissions etc. Key Responsibilities: · Maintain, implement, and manage environmental policies and management systems. · Support and maintain ISO 14001 certification & ISO 50001 as required to ensure compliance with the standard · Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, staying updated on both Irish and European regulations. · Liaise with relevant bodies such as the EPA, local authorities, and public organizations. · Monitor all emissions and emission points in accordance with licensing requirements. · Generate reports in response to legislative requirements inherent in the licenses. · Oversee the operational management and supervision of the site’s wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), support the WWTP Operator on a daily basis to ensure compliance and completing daily WWTP paperwork. · Continuously review electricity and water usage as part of energy management efforts. · Manage sludge treatment optimization and removal operations. · Coordinate all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation, and renewable energy initiatives. · Lead sustainability reporting and improvement initiatives focused on recycling and waste reduction. · Responsible for upkeep of The Environmental Management System. · Assist in and provide input for project management involving the installation of new environmental equipment and technology. · Contribute to the development and implementation of site decarbonization plans. · Attend Audits & site inspections for EPA licence, ISO 14001, 50001, EWS · Lead by example, upholding the company’s values in all areas of work. Essential Requirements: · Qualification in a relevant subject related to Environment and Sustainability Management · At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment considered desirable but not essential. · Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance. · Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills. · Ability to work independently, demonstrate innovation, and manage multiple tasks while prioritizing effectively. · Capability to influence stakeholders at all levels within the organization. · Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. · Experience working with multidisciplinary groups and stakeholders both on-site and within the broader organization. The Environmental & Sustainability Officer will be reporting directly to the site General Manager and Group Environmental & Sustainability Manager.
Group IT Project Manager
C&D Foods and its affiliates are one of the largest pet food manufacturers in Europe, offering specially-formulated cat and dog food for the private label market. Founded in 1969, C&D Foods and its affiliates have grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers with eight manufacturing sites across Europe supplying quality products to customers around the world. We provide a one-stop-shop for all our customer’s wet and dry pet food needs, from large-scale, low-cost highly-automated facilities to multi-purpose, smaller volume flexible sites. Through our dedicated Nutrition & Research Centre and focus on continuous improvement, we’ve developed a reputation for innovation, collaboration, quality and market expertise. As part of C&D's digital evolution and standardisation programme, we are looking for an experienced IT project manager to deliver the European rollout of our Time and Attendance software, Clockwise from Softworks. This is an exciting opportunity that will lead to meaningful change and optimisations across many T&A related business processes. This is a high profile role and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and build cross functional relationships while gaining significant business exposure during the rollout. This role will report to the Head of IT and will work with project stakeholders across all sites. They will also coordinate their work with the ABP IT Programme Manager. As a Group IT Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract) you will manage the European rollout of our Time and Attendance software alongside the delivery of many of our business transformation and modernisation projects. You will use your business knowledge and understanding to ensure projects are managed and delivered to the expectations of all stakeholders. You will be a champion of quality project management practices and measure project progress using qualitative and quantitative tools, structures and metrics. You will adopt, improve and be accountable for governance and process and you will work closely with the IT management team to coach and elevate the skills of the IT team to those standards. You will build relationships and work collaboratively to ensure successful outcomes, both internally with our IT and business teams as well as externally with our partners, suppliers and customers. Our objective as a team is to develop and sustain the quality and consistency of the delivery of projects across our division. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Head Of Community
The Head of Community will provide dynamic and innovative leadership to drive the strategic direction and delivery of Community Services. Working in line with the Council’s Corporate Plan, the postholder will shape and implement service strategies, advise senior leaders on policy and service development, and lead a diverse portfolio that includes community development, externally funded programmes, and community facilities. This is a pivotal role responsible for delivering high‑performing, customer‑focused services; fostering strong internal and external partnerships; ensuring effective governance and resource management; and championing continuous improvement. The Head of Community will also play an active corporate leadership role—contributing to organisational development, community planning, and cross‑departmental initiatives that support the Council’s strategic objectives. Please Note: • Assessment Centre will be held week commencing 13 April 2026 and Interviews will be held on 1 May 2026. • This is a permanent, full-time post, working 36 hours per week. • The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm. • A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise. • This role is primarily based at the Signal Centre, Bangor, with the requirement to work across other Council buildings as needed. The postholder will also have the opportunity to work agilely, in line with Council policy and service needs. • All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form. • Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. Benefits Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include: • 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service. • Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary). • Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme. • Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL). • Education / qualifications support after qualifying period. • Plus much more …
Branch Manager
Job Overview Join LKQ UK & Ireland as a Branch Manager and take the lead in driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction at one of our dynamic locations. You'll be responsible for leading a passionate team, growing sales, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in a fast-paced automotive parts environment. This is your chance to make a real impact in a business that values innovation, teamwork, and leadership. What we offer
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience; Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Social Care Worker
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in Childrens Respite, Lavanagh House, Currraheen, Cork Contract Type: Relief Contract Hours: Variable Hours Salary Scale: The current salary scale for this post is €38,392 (€18.93/hour) to €53,673 (€26.46) pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 10.7% of hours worked for variable hours contracts Overview of the Post: Lavanagh house Children’s Respite service provides services to children with disabilities in the Cork area in active partnership and in line with the needs and wishes of the child and family. Enable Ireland respite services are committed to working in partnership with service users and families in the planning, delivery and evaluation of all services. Lavanagh house provides planned short term respite care, both day and night, where children will be grouped together by age and interest. Our staffing levels compliment the health and social care needs of the children attending respite Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: Hold professional registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers / Annual registration On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. · Experience in contributing to the development of personal plans. · Has experience and knowledge of the role of a key worker. · Experience of delivering personal care to adults. · Experience of assisting adults with medical needs/ administering medication. · Experience of engaging in professional supervision. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with adults with disabilities including physical/intellectual/ ASD/behaviours of concern. · Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team · Experience in taking leadership in the development of personal plans. · Experience in responding to complaints If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 1st April 2026 before noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
