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Senior Protection Maintenance Engineer

ESB -
Dublin, County Dublin

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Job details

Full-time
€59,000–€70,000 a year

Qualifications

Electrical wiring
Communication skills

Full job description

Vacancy Number:
27955

Category:
Engineering - Electrical

Job Type:
Full-time

The Protection Maintenance team in Transmission & Distribution Engineering provides a highly technical protection service. This involves development and implementation of maintenance policies/standards, monitoring the network and identification/specification of maintenance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Working on a national basis, at times largely dictated by operational constraints, key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning or maintenance activities and to coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate.
Commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of Transmission/Distribution Networks and ESB Power Stations.
Maintenance testing of protection relays and associated circuits.
Functional verification of protection scheme designs and checking compliance to approved design standards.
Coordinate, plan, and deliver maintenance/commissioning works.
Respond and mobilise at short notice to critical system faults.
Carry out detailed fault investigations and provide specialist protection support to network & power station operators.
Mentor and train junior staff in the protection maintenance teams.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

In depth knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of substations and/or power stations.
Strong understanding of typical protection philosophies as applied to Power stations and Transmission Networks.
Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and functional testing techniques.
Proven track record of delivering commissioning/maintenance activities in live operational HV substations and/or power stations.
Adept in the use of omicron test equipment, particularly in the area of test plan development for protection relay testing.
Comfortable with software applications required for communicating with various types of protection relays.
Self-motivated and be capable of working on their own initiative without direct supervision.
Show a high level of commitment and flexibility.
As travelling to sites is feature of this role, it is essential to have appropriate Drivers License.

Desirable

Excellent communication and report writing skills

Qualifications

Essential

A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in the electricity generation and/or HV transmission sectors

Desirable

Either a 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.

Location

Site work throughout Ireland will be a feature in this role. Driver’s license is a must to apply for this role.

General

It is not anticipated that a staff member still on probation (either new entrant probation or a probation from a previous promotion) will be eligible to apply for a promotional vacancy.

Typically, an individual must have completed their probation and should have at least two years’ experience in their current role before being eligible to apply for a promotion.

An application from a staff member who does not meet the above criteria must have the approval of both the senior line manager and the HRM within the BU before progressing to application.

Note: For staff currently on non-monthly pay frequency, any promotion to Bands 5 and above will result in a change in pay frequency to monthly.

Reporting to

The successful candidate will report to the Protection Maintenance Team Leader within Network System Services, Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

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

€59,000 - €70,000 per annum

Closing Date

22nd July 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 / UK 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, [email protected].

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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