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Turbines Specialist Lead

 
Vacancy Number:  26785
Category:  Engineering - Mechanical
Job Type:  Full-time
 

Engineering and Major Projects is the centre of engineering delivery within ESB.

The Generation Engineering department in ESB Engineering and Major Projects is the centre of engineering for ESB’s generation businesses and provides consultancy services in generation technology for external and international clients.

We currently have an opportunity for a Rotating Plant and Mechanical Specialist to join our Generation Engineering team. The successful candidate will support ESB in the delivery of Generation projects (Thermal, Renewables, System Services & Distributed Generation) in both new build and the existing plant portfolio.

 

Key Responsibilities

· Provide specialist technical expertise in turbines, generators, and their auxiliaries.

· Develop technical specifications, scope of work, and inspection plans for station outages and projects.

· Offer on-site support and quality control during plant outages.

· Lead technical reviews, tender evaluations, and failure investigations.

· Support asset management, long-term planning, and operational advice for stations.

· Maintain technical standards, industry contacts, and expertise in new technologies.

· Support projects from inception to handover and assist in technical due diligence studies.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

· Minimum of 7 years' experience in the power generation industry.

· Extensive knowledge of turbines and rotating equipment in power plants.

· Skills in outage and contractor management.

· Proven ability to handle complex engineering problems and key responsibilities.

· Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment standards and procedures.

· Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and report writing capabilities.

· Flexibility for travel and proficiency in computer skills.

 

Qualifications

Essential

· Engineer level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent work experience

Desirable

· Chartered Engineer status with a recognised engineering institution

 

Location

· Based in ESB Engineering and Major Projects Head Office, Dublin, Ireland or EMP Eastgate Cork..

· Tailored smart working arrangements are feasible and will be positively considered within the operational requirements of the role.

· Domestic and International travel are a key feature of this role.

 

Reporting to:

Turbine Team Leader, Generation Engineering, Engineering and Major Projects

 

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

€69,000 - €81,000 per annum 

 

Closing Date

10th June 2025

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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