We are currently seeking candidate(s) with Relevant work experience related to Irelands downstream natural gas/LPG industry, and knowledge/experience of Irish vocational training qualifications including apprenticeships plumbing, refrigeration, gas fitting, pipefitting, electrical.
About the CRU
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) is Ireland's independent energy and water regulator. The work of the CRU impacts every Irish home and business ensuring safe, secure and sustainable energy and water supplies for the benefit of all customers.
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Board.
The CRU regulates gas installers with respect to safety. The CRU carries out this function through the Registered Gas Installer (RGI) statutory regulatory scheme. The Gas Criteria Document[1]sets out how the RGI scheme operates.
The current qualification requirements to become an RGI are as follows:
i. A Domestic Gas Safety award (DGS);
or
ii. A Gas Installer Safety (GIS) award obtained prior to the 1st January 2017 and a Gas Installer Domestic (GID) award obtained prior to the 1st January 2017, or equivalent
or
iii. Confirmation as a competent gas installer by the Panel of Experts as part of the Recognition of International Professional Qualifications for Gas Installers
and either
i. A Level 6advanced craft certificate in Gas Fitting, Electrical, Plumbing, or Pipefitting or Refrigeration.
or
ii. Confirmation as a competent gas installer by the Panel of Experts as part of the Recognition of International Professional Qualifications for Gas Installers
From 1st September 2026, new entry requirements to become a Registered Gas Installer (RGI) will be as follows:
i. A Domestic Gas Safety award (DGS);
or
ii. A Non-Domestic Gas Safety award (NDGS):
or
iii. A Gas Installer Safety (GIS) award obtained prior to the 1st January 2017 and a Gas Installer Domestic (GID) award obtained prior to the 1st January 2017, or equivalent
or
iv. Confirmation as an eligible gas installer by the Panel of Experts as part of the Recognition of International Professional Qualifications for Gas Installers.
and either
i. An Irish Advanced Craft Certificate in Gas Fitting, Electrical, Plumbing, Pipefitting or Refrigeration.
or
ii. Confirmation as an eligible gas installer by the Panel of Experts as part of the Recognition of International Professional Qualifications for Gas Installers
or
iii. Confirmation as an eligible gas installer by the Recognition of Prior Learning Board.
Background
In 2022, the CRU published a decision paper[2] on the implementation of Non-Domestic gas works, which outlined that Non-Domestic Gas Works regulation would be folded into the existing RGI scheme without the creation of a new membership category, through the expansion of the current RGI scheme. The decision paper also sets out that the CRU would utilise a Board of subject matter experts to review applications from experienced non-domestic gas installers who do not hold relevant formal qualifications. The outcome of the review will determine whether or not an applicant is eligible to apply to the RGI Scheme, or whether, following compensation measures, an applicant is eligible to apply to join the RGI Scheme.
Following a public consultation, which the CRU commenced in December 2024, the CRU published a Decision Paper[3]in December 2025, on the Implementation of safety regulations of Non-Domestic Gas Works. This Decision Paper sets out the CRUs decision with an updated Criteria Document and proposed Statutory Instrument published alongside the Decision Paper. This paper includes details of the CRUs decision on:
- Revisions to the Gas Safety Supervisory Criteria Document: updates to the Criteria Document, and the relevant rationale, required for the expansion of the RGI Scheme for Non-Domestic Gas Works regulation.
- Changes to Legislation: The CRU has the legislative power to define Gas Works under section 9G of the Electricity Regulation Act 1999, as amended. This Decision Paper outlines the CRUs expanded definition of Gas Works to include Non-Domestic Gas Works, through the publication of a Statutory Instrument (S.I). Subject to this legislation being approved, it will revoke and replace the existing S.I.s which define Gas Works in a Domestic setting. The updated S.I. will then cover Gas Works in both Domestic and Non-Domestic settings.
The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Board / Role Description
The function of the RPL Board is to review and assess the applicants:
- Professional Qualification(s)
- Additional post-qualifying education and training
- Professional work experience.
The RPL Board must examine each application in accordance with the process determined by the CRU.
Applicants will be required to fill out an application form with the relevant details relating to their qualification(s) and professional experience. The role of the RPL Board is to review the applications and assess if applicants have demonstrated an appropriate level of competence to be suitable to register as an RGI with the RGI scheme. The assessment will primarily be a paper-based assessment; however, an interview assessment may also be undertaken if deemed appropriate. This interview will provide applicants with a further opportunity to outline their work experience and qualifications.
Further details of the process are set out on the CRUs website at: Recognition of Prior Learning process (RPL) - Non-Domestic Gas Works Regulation | CRU.ie
Training will be provided to all Members appointed to the RPL Board by the CRU.
Location
It is expected that meetings will take place every month, or as required, primarily virtually via MS Teams or at the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRUs) offices in Tallaght, Dublin 24.
The decision as to whether meetings take place virtually or in person will be at the CRUs discretion.
Remuneration
- 120.86 per application processed. It is estimated that there will be a total of approximately 15 applications per month, per Board Member (3 members assigned to each application).
- 362.59 per half-day meeting or 725.17 per full-day meeting, plus reasonable expenses at Civil Service Rates, where meetings take place at the CRUs office. It is estimated that the Board will meet monthly and that a half-day meeting would ordinarily be scheduled, subject to the number of applications received.
Time/IT Requirements
On an ongoing basis, board members will receive a monthly list of applications to be reviewed. Applications will be made available in digital form and will be assessed digitally. It is expected that the Board Members will complete the review within the monthly timeline. Decisions of individual Panel Members on applications will be made electronically in advance of meetings, and a decision will be agreed at the meeting. The number of applications may fluctuate from month to month. It is expected that Board Members will be reasonably flexible in attending Board meetings and completing application reviews.
Candidates must use an up-to-date version of Windows 11 on their computer/laptop. This will ensure that each device seeking to join the CRU systems are compliant with the CRU security compliance checks.
Each mobile or smart device being used to validate logins should have the most recent security patches applied and Microsoft Authenticator can be downloaded on the individual smart phone.
The Candidate
Essential Criteria:
- Relevant work experience related to Irelands downstream natural gas/LPG industry;
- Knowledge/experience of Irish vocational training qualifications including apprenticeships plumbing, refrigeration, gas fitting, pipefitting, electrical;
- Working knowledge of relevant gas standards, codes of practice and international best practice in the gas industry;
- Commitment to confidentiality and public safety.
- Applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant ICT Skills.
Desirable requirements:
- Strong working knowledge of the RGI scheme;
- Knowledge of Non-domestic gas installations;
- Knowledge/experience of professional or academic recognition;
- Previous experience of advising on gas installation sectors, for example, as a subject matter expert;
- Experience of undertaking assessment of individuals' competence, including interview/oral examinations;
- Experience of working to specific deadlines to deliver on detailed high-level frameworks;
- Previous experience in the regulatory and/or public sector.
Terms of Appointment
A member of the Board shall hold office for a period of one year from the date of appointment and be eligible for reappointment for an additional two-year period by mutual agreement, if required by the CRU.
Application Process
Please note, the CRU have engaged Cpl as a data processor to assist the CRU with this recruitment competition. In line with CRUs data retention policy, information collected by Cpl will be kept for 12 months after the conclusion of the competition.
In order to apply for this opportunity, candidates must submit the application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications.
The application form can be found here - https://landing.cpl.com/cru/careers.html
As part of the application form, candidates will be required to upload a C.V. and Cover Letter which clearly demonstrate how they meet the key requirements of the role. Should you have any queries, please contact [email protected].
The deadline for applications is Friday, 5thJune 2026, 12 pm (to be received not later than 12 pm).
All applications will be reviewed, and short-listed candidates will be contacted directly for a short online interview to confirm their suitability for the Board.
Shortlisted candidates are expected to be invited to attend an online interview in the week commencing 15th June 2026. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work full-time in Ireland at the time of application.
The CRU Recruitment Privacy Notice sets out how we protect the privacy rights of job applicants and can be found on the Careers page on the CRU Website, or alternatively, you can contact [email protected], who will arrange for this to be sent directly to you.
Candidates may be contacted by CPL via email and/or telephone as part of the recruitment process. It is the responsibility of each candidate to monitor their emails/phones regularly and to ensure that they remain reachable for any communication related to their application.
[1] The Gas Criteria Document is subject to amendment from time to time. The Gas Safety Supervisory Criteria Document Version 1.7 was published by the CRU on 13 August 2020. The Gas Safety Supervisory Criteria Document Version 2.1 was published on 15 December 2025 and will be effective from 1 September 2026.
[2] CRU/202223: Decision Paper on the Regulation of Non-Domestic Gas Works
[3] Available at the following link: CRU2025181_Safety_Regulation_of_Non-Domestic_Gas_Works_Decision_Paper.pdf
