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Hydro Team Member, Erne Stations

 
 
Vacancy Number:  24401
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 maintenance, operations, civil, supervision, technical services and contractor management.  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, be flexible and be a self-starter, provide support to other teams and projects as required.  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 weekend and night working and be available for call-outs. 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:

 

  • Delivery of work across all areas of the station, including maintenance, operations, civil, technical services and support functions.
  • All aspects of mechanical fitting work in a heavy mechanical work environment.
  • Working safely, flexibly and to competence, as part of the overall team.
  • Use of lifting and slinging equipment as required.
  • Act as team leader in a ‘hands on’ capacity as required
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the CMMS.
  • Management of maintenance teams.
  • Delivering the full scope of projects through implementation, planning, execution and close-out
  • Writing and implementing procedures and working instructions.
  • Carry out authorized roles including work controller under the safety rules as required (Safe Systems of Work).
  • Any other duties as required which may be assigned to you, from time to time, by your line manager.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and required to work as part of a close team in a Generating Station environment, interacting effectively with other station staff and contractors as necessary.

 

Essential

 

  • Current / recent experience of hands-on industrial mechanical fitting in a heavy mechanical work environment.
  • Full B driving licence.
  • Applicants must be proficient in the use of computer systems

 

Desirable

 

  • 2-5 years Thermal, Hydro or renewable generation plant maintenance / operations experience or equivalent.
  • Experience in mechanical process/production facilities.
  • Experience and Certification in the use of lifting / slinging equipment and manual handling.
  • Experience in Maintenance, Environmental and Safety Management systems
  • Plant technical services experience or equivalent.
  • Staff and/or Contractor supervision experience or equivalent

 

 

Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  • Mechanical/Fitter Time-served Apprenticeship with Junior and Senior Trades or equivalent.
  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Awareness

 

Desirable

 

  • A craft qualification or competence in an instrumentation, electrical or mechanical field, or equivalent relevant work experience.

 

 

Location

 

The successful person will be based at Donegal Stations, Ballyshannon but will be required provide support to Clady Stations as necessary.

 

 

Reporting to

 

Initially reporting to the Production Supervisor.

 

 

Why Work with Us?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Progressive, hybrid working model
  • 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
  • Comprehensive Diversity & Inclusion programme
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

 

Salary

 

€41,600 - €46,900

 

 

Closing Date

 

2nd May 2024

 

 

Note: 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

 

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

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