Vacancy Number:
28129
Category:
Craft/Technical - Mechanic
Job Type:
Full-time
Position Description
HGV Mechanic is responsible for carrying out the repair, maintenance and inspection of vehicles & plant and equipment in accordance with legislation guidelines, policies and procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance up-keep and repair of HGV & LGV vehicles & equipment.
General Application Certification of hoists and cranes.
To complete work to a high standard in accordance with legislation guidelines, policies and procedures and report all defects to Lead Mechanic and/or Fleet Supervisor.
To complete all work safely and contribute positively to the development of the team and self.
To carry out tasks/responsibilities and test and certification of vehicles and equipment assigned in a timely and cost-effective manner.
To provide excellent customer service.
To maintain knowledge and skills in order to carry out full range of duties in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner.
To work well both as a team member and on own initiative to assist in the achievement of business objectives.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
Applicants must have successfully completed a recognised and relevant Mechanical apprenticeship and have attained the appropriate Advanced Level 6 Craft accreditation certificate or higher with FAS/Solas in at least one of the following:
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.
Motor Mechanic.
Construction Plant Fitter - with relevant commercial vehicle experience.
Agricultural Mechanics - with relevant commercial vehicle experience.
Full clean EU driving licence (B Category) and access to a car. Travel required.
Desirable
Minimum 3 years relevant work experience is desirable.
Hydraulics experience is desirable but not essential.
Location
Sean Mulvoy Road, Galway
Reporting To
Fleet & Equipment Supervisor, Galway.
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
€44,000 - €50,000 per annum
Closing Date
20th July, 2026
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 provide evidence of 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,
[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.
