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Hydro Team Member, Donegal Stations

 
 
Vacancy Number:  26169
Craft/Technical - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

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  

 

A vacancy exists for the position of Hydro Team Member, Donegal Stations, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal.

 

The Hydro Team Member will be required to work across all functional areas within the station including civil works, maintenance, and operations. The successful candidate will be required to work to the level of their competence to carry out their duties. They will be required to work autonomously, provide support to other teams and projects as required, be flexible and be a self-starter. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others is required. 

 

The Hydro Team Member will work in a dynamic environment and to meet the business needs the successful candidate will be required on occasions to have flexible working hours including occasional weekend’s and be available for callouts.  The successful candidate will give and receive training as defined by plant management to attain and maintain competencies.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Duties of the role includes but may not be limited to: 

 

  • Delivering and supporting staff and contractor work across all areas of the station
  • Working safely, flexibly and to competence, as part of the overall team.
  • General Site / Facilities Services and Maintenance works e.g., grounds maintenance, plant maintenance, concreting works, property repairs, equipment checks, waste management etc.
  • Fixed and mobile plant operation, equipment checks,
  • Assisting Operations and Maintenance Hydro Team members
  • Carry out patrols and visual inspections on Dam infrastructure, take readings and inputting into Dam Monitor software package.
  • Use of ESB computer systems for maintenance and administration duties.
  • Carry out authorized roles under the SSOW safety rules as required.
  • The successful candidate will be required on occasions to have flexible working hours including weekend and night working and be available for callouts.

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Awareness 
  • Hold a full valid B driving licence
  • Excellent communication skills. 

 

Desirable

 

  • Experience in industrial plants and /or construction or building maintenance works.
  • Relevant CSCS tickets and qualifications such as Safe Pass
  • Awareness of Safe System of Work or other Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) processes
  • Experience using Maintenance Management Systems.
  • An ability to use computer systems such as (Word, Excel etc.)

 

 

Location

 

The successful person will be based at Cathaleen’s Fall Power Station, Ballyshannon but may be asked to cover in Clady Power Station in Crolly, Co. Donegal.

 

 

Reporting To

 

Reporting to Civil Works Supervisor.

 

 

Why Work with Us?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

 

Salary

 

€32,450 to €38,800 per annum

 

 

Closing Date

 

24th January 2025

 

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

 

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

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

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