Project Manager

Site Project Manager

Bailieborough

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion liters of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.  

Applications are invited for the above position that will be based at our Bailieborough Site.

The opportunity:

Our new Site Project Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering capital, engineering, process improvement, and continuous improvement projects across our largest operational site at Bailieborough (base site) and neighbouring sites. The role will focus on driving organisational, process, and technology improvements that enhance operational performance, capacity, efficiency, compliance, and long-term asset reliability.

Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, and external contractors, the successful candidate will lead the delivery of capital and improvement projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. The role will also provide technical engineering expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through to operational handover.

This position is critical in supporting the site's growth strategy and operational excellence ambitions through the successful delivery of capital investment projects. The Project Manager will build strong relationships across the business and ensure projects deliver sustainable improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and overall operational performance.

What success will look like:

• Project Delivery & Execution – Lead projects from concept development and business case preparation through to commissioning and handover.
• Capital Projects Management – Deliver a portfolio of capital projects to agreed scope, timelines, quality standards, and budgets.
• Stakeholder Management & Reporting – Build strong relationships with stakeholders, providing regular project updates, KPI reporting, risk assessments, and progress reviews.
• Planning & Resource Coordination – Develop project plans, schedules, and resource requirements while proactively managing project risks.
• Contractor Management – Manage contractors and suppliers on-site, ensuring compliance with safety standards, permit-to-work requirements, and project specifications.
• Budget & Cost Control – Manage project expenditure, forecasts, and budgets to deliver strong financial outcomes.
• Safety, Compliance & Quality – Ensure all projects meet health, safety, environmental, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Identify and implement opportunities to improve manufacturing performance, project delivery, energy efficiency, and operational effectiveness.

What will you bring?

• A 3rd level qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience managing projects within a manufacturing, dairy, food, FMCG, or industrial environment.
• Proven track record of delivering capital and engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams and managing key stakeholders.
• Strong project budget management, cost control, and financial forecasting experience.
• Knowledge of process engineering, manufacturing improvement, or equipment/process development would be advantageous.
• Understanding of contractor management, site safety, and compliance requirements within an industrial environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent communication skills; experience with project management tools and AutoCAD would be advantageous.

If you have the necessary skills and attributes to meet this exciting opportunity in a dynamic, high volume and fast-moving business, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Application Process: To apply or for further information, please complete our online application process by no later than Monday 16th November 2026.

Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at careers@lakelanddairies.com.

We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our customers and stakeholders.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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