Renewable Property Officer

Position Description

ESB Renewables O&M is a division within Generation & Trading (G&T) with responsibility for the management of the Operation and Maintenance of ESB's Onshore Wind farms across ROI, NI, England, Wales and a portfolio of Distributed Assets consisting of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS 311MW), a Synchronous Condenser and Flexible Gas-Fired Generation plant (190MW).

As part of delivery of ESB's Net Zero Strategy, it is our ambition that we will generate 70% of our electricity generation from renewable assets by 2030 with 5GW of offshore wind, 3.5GW of onshore wind and 900MW of solar and also further develop and operate renewables enabling flexible generation assets including battery energy storage systems, peaking plants and grid support devices. With significant expansion plans in the renewable generation sector, this position offers the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to join an expanding business area taking on a challenging and autonomous role.

The Renewables Operations Stakeholder Relations Team (SRMT) is seeking to appoint a Renewables Property Officer with the capability to work closely with local and national renewable generation project stakeholders to foster good relationships and maintain a strong, positive reputation.

The selected candidate will be a self-starter, with strong interpersonal skills, a strong analytical and commercial background with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. They will be required to work on their own in isolated locations and as part of a diverse team. They should have an excellent ability to communicate and relate effectively in one-to-one conversations and in larger forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of lease agreements for renewable energy generation sites across Ireland and the UK, ensuring all tenant obligations are met, including the accurate and timely processing of monthly rent payments.
• Manage landowner stakeholders and coordinate response to lease queries with the SRMT team and ESB Legal as required.
• Manage regular contractor and landowner lease and associated agreement payments collaborating with the Wind Operations Administration Team.
• Coordinate and liaise with cross functional business unit teams, project teams both within Renewables Operations and across all areas of ESB Generation and Trading as well as external bodies.
• Support Other SRMT function as required including Community Relations and Public Relations.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Either 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience in similar role i.e., financial admin and/or property management.
• 3+ years post qualification, relevant work experience is essential, with a demonstrated ability to deliver initiatives and projects.
• A commercial mind set with strong analytical and interpersonal skills and report writing.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, with the ability to leverage relationships to influence solutions, communication, presentation, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills and Strong Customer Service orientation
• Use of IT applications such as Excel, Word etc.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and appropriate attention to detail.
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information.
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Own transport required with full clean driving license.

Desirable

• Experience in the renewable energy industry and/or property management.
• Working knowledge and experience with SAP (FMIS/IWM) would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in stakeholder relations and community engagement.

Location

The successful candidates will be based at ESB Offices at 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2.

ESB is committed to smart working - combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in­ person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Stakeholder Relations Manager, Renewables Operations.

Why Work with Us?

• 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

€48,145 - €56,640 per annum.

Closing Date

5th November 2025.