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Network Services Telecom Professional

 
 
Vacancy Number:  25111
Engineering - 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

 

Telecommunications are transforming our lives in the way we live and work and are essential to the remote management of systems and assets. ESB Networks Telecoms group has 100 staff providing the critical operational telecom networks needed to deliver the communication systems required to control the distribution, transmission and generation systems.

 

Networks Telecoms deliver this by operating and managing the largest private telecommunications network in Ireland and are among a leading group of European utilities building our own private mobile network for operations. These initiatives are a critical part of our move to Smart Networks and the digitisation of ESB.

 

The Network Services Team located within Networks Telecoms are the service owner for a range of telecoms equipment including PDH/SDH fibre multiplexers, microwave radio links, SCADA UHF polling radio, Satellite based SCADA network, Operational IP network and future LTE network

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Commissioning and support of telecommunications infrastructure and services.
  • Diagnostics, trouble shooting and problem solving of system faults and failures
  • Maintaining a strong safety, quality, and performance culture
  • Promote innovation and knowledge sharing within the team
  • Attendance on site for fault and project-based activities
  • Assist with preparation of technical specifications, supplier tenders and work on tender evaluations.
  • Assist with preparation of solution designs for telecommunications systems and infrastructure for subsequent deployment.
  • Assist with preparation of project documentation, including capital approvals, customer proposals and solution designs.
  • Preparation of health and safety documentation relevant to your work area.
  • Management and co-ordination of various telecommunications contractors.
  • Recording of “as built” records for deployed services and systems.
  • Ensuring professional, timely and productive communication with all stakeholders (EirGrid, PMO, other Network and Service Deployment Teams, management, internal service providers, vendors, 3rd party suppliers) for all faults, project works and technical queries

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  •  Full driving license as travel to site will be a feature of this role
  • At least 5 years relevant experience 
  • Third level qualification or equivalent work experience 
  • Familiarity with Telecommunications technologies such as Optical Multiplexers, TCP/IP, PDH/SDH and DWDM
  • Familiarity with radio technologies (microwave/UHF), satellite networks and network synchronization concepts
  • Knowledge of Internet protocol (IP) Networks
  • Excellent interpersonal and written skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrate a strong focus on safety in the workplace in compliance with Health & Safety rules, particularly as work may involve hazardous environments such as High Voltage substations
  • Self-motivated and capable of working on their own initiative.
  • Strong team player

 

Desirable

 

  • CCNA level certification (or equivalent) or progress towards achieving this qualification
  • Tender specification preparation
  • Business case preparation
  • Project Management qualification

 

 

Location

 

ESB Networks Leopardstown Road

 

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 Network Services Manager, Networks Telecoms

 

 

Why ESB?

 

  • Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future
  • Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future / Hybrid Working
  • Career development through mentoring, and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Active Social & Sports Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension Contributions
  • Access to Staff Well Being programmes
  • Generous parents leave entitlements
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
  • ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme

 

 

Salary

 

Starting from €55,000 per annum

 

 

Closing date

 

21st May 2024

 

 

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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