Sustainability Lead
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2322703/157247
- Location: Kinsale, Cork
- Job type: Full Time - 39 hours per week
- Salary: Up to €70,000 DOE per annum plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 22 May 2026
About the role
Sustainability Manager
Location:
Lilly, Kinsale (with travel to other Ireland sites as required)
Salary: Up to €70,000 DOE plus Sodexo Benefits
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and proactive Sustainability Manager to lead the on-site delivery of sustainability initiatives across Lilly Ireland sites. This role will work closely with Lilly stakeholders and Sodexo operational teams to turn strategic sustainability commitments into practical, measurable programmes that create real impact.
The successful candidate will drive sustainability projects across energy efficiency, decarbonisation, waste reduction, biodiversity, colleague engagement, and green transport initiatives while supporting governance, reporting, and continuous improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape flagship sustainability programmes within a highly regulated and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a sustainability roadmap aligned with Lilly’s sustainability strategy and site priorities.
- Lead initiatives focused on energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and support for decarbonisation plans.
- Support ISO 50001 energy management activities and participate in cross-site energy committees.
- Drive waste reduction, recycling, and circular economy initiatives, including single-use plastic reduction programmes.
- Promote sustainability culture through awareness campaigns, engagement activities, and volunteering initiatives.
- Lead biodiversity and nature-positive projects aligned with the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and local community partnerships.
- Develop and support greener transport initiatives, including active travel and lower-carbon commuting options.
- Establish effective sustainability data tracking, KPI reporting, and governance processes.
- Identify innovative opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives across the Ireland portfolio.
About You
We are seeking a motivated sustainability professional who can influence stakeholders, manage multiple projects, and deliver meaningful environmental improvements in a complex operational environment.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience delivering sustainability or environmental programmes within corporate, industrial, or regulated environments.
- Strong project and programme management capability.
- Experience managing sustainability initiatives across areas such as energy, waste, biodiversity, engagement, or sustainable travel.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with experience tracking sustainability KPIs.
- Ability to influence behavioural change and engage frontline teams and leadership.
- Practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong organisational skills.
- Willingness to travel to other Ireland sites when required.
Desirable
- Qualification in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related discipline.
- Knowledge of ISO 50001 and environmental management systems.
- Experience within pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or highly regulated environments.
- Understanding of carbon reduction and decarbonisation strategies.
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong
in a company and team that values you for you.
Act
with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive
in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
A little more about Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Kinsale, Cork, Island of Ireland
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