Apply now »

Fibre Operations Specialist

 
Vacancy Number:  28410
Category:  Engineering - Telecoms
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

 

Position description

 

ESB Telecoms Ltd. (ESBT), a wholly owned subsidiary of ESB, develops, operates and maintains a national telecommunications infrastructure and is an independent wholesale provider of telecommunications services in the Irish market. The nationwide Optical fibre network utilises both underground and aerial fibre.

An application is invited for the position of Fibre Operations Specialist within the Fibre Infrastructure Operations team. The successful candidate will report to the Fibre Infrastructure Operations Manager.

Candidates should have a background in the planning, construction and commissioning of fibre networks, with at least 5 years industry experience.

The expansion of the fiber network is an integral part of achieving ESB’s strategic objectives of de-carbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, via supporting telecommunication services. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

  • Manage and work proactively with fibre customers at an operational level so that their expectations and fibre technical requirements are met in full, as per our contractual obligations.
  • Management/Scheduling of 3rd party construction contractors under current framework contracts and budgets, from investment appraisal to construction.
  • Ensuring compliance with ESBT OHSAS Safety Practices and assigning responsibility for safe working with staff, contractors, and stakeholders, from project initiation to completion. Assignment of PSDP / PSCS (Project Supervisor Design Process) is also part of the H&S responsibilities of the position.
  • Managing and ensuring professional, timely and productive communication with all internal and external stakeholders (ESBN, ESBN NT, County Councils, Vendors, 3rd party suppliers, Public, Landowners) for fibre related work.
  • High Level of Technical expertise in the Fibre industry combined with practical problem-solving skills to deliver our customer requirements.
  • Provide technical, safety and financial input into tenders, contracts, and procurement on an as required basis.
  • Maintain accurate records of the nationwide fibre network, both underground and aerial. Produce network schematics/ work instructions for contractors. Handover packs for customers.

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in fibre civil telecoms projects
  • Full Irish driving licence is required
  • Proficient with using GIS software tools to record fibre build information
  • Familiarity with fibre standards & specifications
  • Design and engineering knowledge of fibre networks
  • Ability to work well within a team and to work on own initiative when required
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office & other IT systems
  • Strong organisational capabilities

 

 

Desirable

  • Experience with a fixed line operator or a fibre civils company providing fibre services to fixed line operators
  • Fibre Characterisation certification and QA/QC experience of fibre testing and documentation

 

 

Location

 

This position will be based in ESB Swift Square, Santry, Co. Dublin

 

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

 

 

Reporting To

 

Fibre Infrastructure Operations Manager

 

 

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

 

€59,900 - €70,500 per annum, depending on experience.

 

 

Closing Date

 

22nd May 2026

 

 

 

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

 

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

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

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

Apply now »