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NW - HV Substations Distribution Stations Specialist, Network Assets (Band 6)

 
Vacancy Number:  27634
Category:  Engineering - Other
Job Type:  Full-time
 

Position Description

Network Assets are responsible for the asset management of ESB Networks portfolio of network assets, including substations, lines and cables and represent the asset owner. The Network Assets team play a key role in defining the design and maintenance policies and standards for the network to ensure a resilient network for all our customers. We play a key role in prioritising network renewal investment and maintenance on our assets based on data driven approaches and technical know-how.

This position is within the HV substations team which defines maintenance policy and standards in relation to substation maintenance on our distribution assets, develops appropriate maintenance solutions to deliver appropriate levels of performance over the asset life cycle and provides support to maintenance delivery functions on maintenance solutions.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a number of key maintenance and asset replacement programmes identified in PR5
  • Identify risk associated with HV stations assets and working with relevant stakeholders, lead the development of appropriate maintenance solutions.
  • Support the development of annual work and multi-year work programmes through risk-based principles and targeted maintenance interventions
  • Ensure that statutory maintenance programmes for the distribution asset base are in place and monitored
  • Develop initiatives to allow better condition monitoring of HV station distribution assets and support Asset Health data
  • Coordinate multiple stakeholders during response to key technical issues identified in stations
  • Develop an appropriate strategic spares plan for distribution assets, including ensuring their state of readiness for deployment
  • Carry out periodic review of the obsolescence risk associated with HV Stations assets, including relevant factors
  • Lead and support incident investigations associated with HV Stations equipment failure.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of HV Substation technology and maintenance practices
  • 7 years’ experience post qualification experience in a technical role in utilities or industry
  • Ability to work within a team environment and manage stakeholders across the business & a strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB’s safety, time, quality, and cost objectives
  • Excellent communication, IT, problem solving and report writing skills, knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation in the area of maintenance
  • Either 3rd Level qualification in engineering or science or equivalent work experience
  • Full driving license

 

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Environmental legislation and compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of key ESBN business systems, including SAP/ ARM
  • Familiarity with HV substation technical & safety related policies/ procedures
  • Experience of ESB Procurement procedures & guidelines
  • Formal asset management training
  • Formal risk assessment training

 

Location

This position will be based in ESB Networks Leopardstown Road, Dublin 18.

 

 

With a focus on supporting Northern regions some routine travel to sites will be required

 

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 one anchor day 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

The successful candidate will report to the HV Stations 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

€71,000 - €84,000 per annum


Closing Date

3rd of March, 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.
 

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