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Telecoms Service & Development - Telecoms Professional

Vacancy Number: 28784

Category: Engineering - Telecoms

Job Type: Full-time

Position Description

Networks Telecoms are responsible for the design, delivery, and operation of ESB Networks National Telecommunications Infrastructure. This network, consisting of a variety of media and technologies, facilitates the remote control and operation of both the Transmission System and Distribution Systems as well as providing telecommunication services to the wider ESB Group.

The Telecoms Service & Deployment Team – North East, located within Networks Telecoms is responsible for the safe installation, support and maintenance of a range of telecoms technologies such as data traffic multiplexers, microwave radio links, SCADA UHF polling radio, Satellite, tele-protection schemes, IP networks, telephony services and other Telecoms equipment nationally.

This role is within the TSD North East Team, the successful candidate will play a key role in the deployment, operation, maintenance and future growth of ESB’s national telecommunications network.

Key Responsibilities

Involvement in the deployment and integration of new infrastructure into ESB’s Telecoms network.
Responsible for ongoing support and maintenance of a wide variety of telecoms. equipment and infrastructure in ESB locations including utility Data Multiplexer systems, Radio systems, Telephony, Fibre Optic, IP Network and structured cabling systems.
Prioritisation of faults and urgent tasks, also ensuring tasks are updated and completed in a safe and timely manner.
Coordination/ management of 3rd party contractors and equipment partners.
Support, maintain and fault find DC Power and UPS standby power systems.
Implement and support SCADA and Protection systems used to control the Electricity network.
Partake in a strong safety, quality, and high-performance team culture.
Project management support for Telecommunications projects in ESB Networks, ESB Group and EirGrid.
Engagement and communication with various Networks Telecoms stakeholders in a profession manner.
Partake in training and development activities within the team or the wider networks telecoms business.
On-Call or Availability may be a feature of this role.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

Third level qualification in an electrical/ telecommunication/ IT discipline.
At least 3 years work experience from a trade background.
As travel will be a feature of this role a full clean driving license is required.
Has a safety focused approach to work duties
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and organisational skills
Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
Adaptability and flexibility
Full driving licence

Desirable

Any Health & Safety qualifications
Experience working on electrical systems
Experience with preparation of safety documentation
Experience with stakeholder engagement
Awareness of telecommunications technologies
Project Management experience
Familiarity with HV environments
On-Call or Availability experience

Location

ESB Networks Finglas/Dundalk area, but a flexible reporting location could be considered within the TSD North East region.

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

Telecoms Service & Deployment North East Team Manager, Networks Telecoms.

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

€49,830 - €56,622 per annum

Closing Date

03rd of August, 2026.

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Accountable and Ethical
Collaborative
Growing and Adaptive
Proactive
Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

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

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland prior to commencement of employment.

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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