Senior Energy Manager

Senior Energy Manager

Location: Ireland (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a leading energy consultancy delivering end-to-end energy management and engineering solutions to large-scale industrial organisations. Through innovation, technical expertise and a strong commitment to sustainability, our client helps organisations reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions and improve operational efficiency.

Operating internationally with a multidisciplinary team of specialists, our client supports industrial clients across sectors including manufacturing, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and data centres. Services include energy auditing, energy management systems, monitoring and analytics, and the delivery of decarbonisation and energy efficiency projects.

As part of a larger international energy group, our client is committed to advancing energy efficiency and sustainability across the industrial sector.

Role Overview

The Senior Energy Manager will lead the delivery of comprehensive energy management services across industrial client sites. This role combines technical expertise, strategic thinking and client engagement to identify, develop and implement energy-efficient solutions that reduce operational costs and support sustainability objectives.

The successful candidate will be a proactive, self-directed professional capable of operating independently while providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to broader business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Energy Management & Technical Delivery

• Deliver end-to-end energy management services across a portfolio of industrial client sites.
• Conduct energy audits, analyse energy consumption patterns and identify optimisation opportunities.
• Develop and implement tailored energy management strategies aligned with client operations and sustainability objectives.
• Design and support the implementation of energy management systems, including ISO 50001 frameworks.
• Establish site energy baselines and develop energy performance metrics.
• Recommend and support the deployment of energy-efficient technologies and solutions, including HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, pumps and renewable energy integration.
• Monitor and verify energy savings achieved through implemented initiatives.

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve energy performance and reduce operating costs.
• Prepare and present reports outlining savings opportunities, return on investment and environmental benefits.
• Support clients in the successful implementation of energy-saving initiatives.
• Develop energy reduction roadmaps and monitor progress against key targets and objectives.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead energy management activities across multiple client locations.
• Provide mentoring, technical support and knowledge sharing to junior team members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, analysts and technical specialists.
• Contribute to team development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance working culture.

Project & Business Contribution

• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources effectively.
• Support business development initiatives by identifying opportunities for additional services and contributing to proposals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal processes and methodologies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in energy management (e.g. CEM, CEA or equivalent) is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in energy management, consultancy or a related technical environment.
• Proven track record in delivering energy audits and implementing energy-saving initiatives.
• Strong understanding of industrial energy systems, energy efficiency technologies and sustainability best practices.
• Experience working with industrial manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Full clean driving licence.

Core Competencies Client Relationship Management

• Ability to build credibility and develop long-term partnerships with clients.
• Strong understanding of client operational needs and business drivers.
• Commitment to delivering high levels of customer service and value.

Project & Time Management

• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Results-oriented approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.

Technical Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of energy systems, technologies and industry standards.
• Ability to develop practical and commercially viable energy solutions.
• Strong understanding of energy performance monitoring and optimisation.

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

• Ability to analyse complex datasets and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and data-driven approach.
• Capability to develop innovative solutions that improve performance and reduce energy consumption.

Communication & Influencing

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities.

Leadership & Development

• Experience mentoring and supporting junior colleagues.
• Ability to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within teams.
• Commitment to developing both individual and team capability.

Commercial Awareness

• Understanding of business operations, financial metrics and cost-benefit analysis.
• Ability to demonstrate the commercial value of energy management initiatives.
• Awareness of the financial and operational impacts of sustainability decisions.

Adaptability & Self-Management

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable within dynamic and evolving environments.
• Proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Pension contribution.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance and income protection benefits.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Professional membership support.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing international organisation.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge energy and sustainability technologies.
• Meaningful work supporting decarbonisation, operational excellence and industrial sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.