Job description
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.
Position Description
This is an opportunity to work as part of a leading-edge team in Ireland’s only pumped storage hydro power station located at Turlough Hill, and in our 3 traditional hydro power stations on the River Liffey.
We have been generating electricity on the Liffey since 1944, and at Turlough Hill since 1973. Our stations have a combined generating capacity of 330MW. The stations asset management team play a pivotal role in ensuring the stations commercial / technical performance is optimised.
Liffey and Turlough Hill stations are made up of 4 separate generating locations; 292MW of pumped storage at Turlough Hill and 38MW of hydro generation at Poulaphuca, Golden Falls and Leixlip. This comprises 9 power turbines and all the associated dams, gates and civil structures associated with the river Liffey hydroelectric scheme and Turlough Hill.
The Engineering Team Member will initially provide support to the Technical Services Team. They will be a team player and self-starter with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and manage, develop and motivate team members. The successful candidate will also be able to communicate and relate effectively with staff at all levels in the Organisation.
Key Responsibilities
The key responsibilities of this role include the following:
- Planning, co-ordination and implementation of routine / once-off projects and outages
- Diagnosing Operations and Maintenance problems
- Delivery of commercial / technically sound solutions
- Ensuring compliance with Safety, Environmental, Technical and Quality standards and Guidelines
- Work with the Operations & Maintenance function and internal or external specialists to ensure the delivery of work
- Managing contractors
- Planning, co-ordination and implementation of the Management of Change process and documentation
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience in managing projects and/or overhauls.
- A high degree of commercial awareness.
- Good IT skills, including infrastructure knowledge.
Desirable
- Experience in plant operations, maintenance, technology, systems and procedures.
- Developed skills in report and procedure writing.
- Experience in the operation of Work Management Systems.
- Experience in project management and/or good planning skills
Qualifications
Essential
- An engineering degree or suitable equivalent qualification, or relevant work experience in managing project and/or overhauls required.
Location
This position is based in Turlough Hill & Liffey Stations.
Reporting to
The successful candidate will initially report to the Station Asset Manager.
Salary
€45,000 - €54,000
Application and Selection Process
Applications must be submitted Online. Closing date is strictly no later than Tuesday, 3rd January 2023.
If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie
Note: Please advise if you require any additional accommodations to
assist you if you are called to attend at interview.
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