ESB Engineering Opportunities

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Cork Dublin, Ireland Electricity Supply Board Full time

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ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Are you looking for a new challenge? A brighter, zero carbon future awaits

Join our dedicated team where we are taking action to achieve net zero emissions by 2040 by putting in place the infrastructure and services to enable our customers and broader society to live more sustainably.

We have engineering roles available across ESB group in the following disciplines:

If you don’t see your area of expertise above (e.g. Chemical), please submit an application to this ad for your CV to be considered.

Joining us means becoming part of a driven community to achieve net zero by 2040, where you can grow your career surrounded by great people and working on transformational projects.

Role Description

There are a number of roles available across different engineering disciplines. Typical duties include:

1. Providing high quality engineering expertise to deliver a variety of projects across ESB. Project work can include early stage concept and development work, planning submissions, detailed design, programme planning, construction management and contract management.
2. Operations and maintenance roles of ESB assets are also available.
3. Project management and reporting; monitoring of targets, budgets and controls.
4. Collaborating with clients, contractors and internal teams to understand business requirements and design integrated solutions.
5. Contribute to the development of annual work plans and budgets.
6. Consideration of safety at all stages in projects and operations, promoting a safety culture and demonstrating commitment to safety.
7. Innovation and continuous learning.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Working as part of this dynamic team, you will always have new challenges and problems to solve – working together is key. You will have the autonomy to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems with the support and collaboration of your colleagues.

1. Third level Engineering qualification.
2. Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
3. Full driving licence and access to a car.
4. The demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
5. A flexible approach to work, especially where necessary to deliver excellent customer service.
6. Strong technical understanding and capability to make informed judgments.
7. Excellent organisational, communication, interpersonal, report writing and problem-solving skills.
8. Proven ability to work in a team to a high level of performance.
9. Commercial and project management experience.
10. Knowledge of Irish safety legislation and construction regulations.

Location

Your base will be at one of our office locations, including our principal offices in Dublin and Cork as well as other Power Plant or office locations nationwide.

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working. The successful candidate may combine remote/ smart working within Ireland, with attendance at base for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is agreed with the Manager and subject to ongoing review.

Why ESB?

ESB’s Employee Value Proposition, known as Our People Promise, provides an extensive range of benefits to employees including:

1. Competitive salary commensurate with experience
2. Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future.
3. Opportunity for smart working/ hybrid working.
4. Career development through mentoring and training
5. Professional body membership of Engineers Ireland and support to achieve Chartership.
6. Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
7. Active Social & Sports Clubs
8. Credit Union
9. Generous parents leave entitlements.
10. Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
11. Comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

Closing Date

7th February 2025

Further Information

Applicants who anticipate needing assistance for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

A reserve list will be held for 6 months in which you will be placed if you are suitable for the role.

For other opportunities, please explore all of our current vacancies on our careers page www.esb.ie/careers

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