Job Title: Trainee Overhead Line Technician
Job Location: Dublin
Country/Region: Ireland
Due to continuous growth within the company, Murphy are currently looking for Trainee Lineworker Phase 1 to join and contribute towards some new and exciting projects.
Murphy work on behalf of the ESB to maintain and build the Low Voltage, Medium Voltage and High Voltage Overhead Network in Ireland.
This is an exciting career opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outside, climbing and being part of a team
This is a highly skilled industry in which the individual will receive significant training to be able to work to very high safety and quality standards
In this role you will be given the opportunity to:
Earn a Recognised Qualification (
QQI level 5 Accredited
), in an expanding industry
Work as part of a committed team, in a unique work environment, working outside on a different site each day
Earn as you learn.
You'll be paid while gaining valuable experience working on behalf of ESB Networks
Launch your career as a highly skilled technician in an exciting field full of opportunity, growth and career progression
Reconnect customers who have lost power following a storm or emergency event
Please note that travel is required.
Most of our projects are in Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, Louth and Cavan, but we work throughout the country and the ESB can request our assistance nationwide
Role Duties
Construction & Maintenance:
Installing, repairing, and replacing overhead power lines, wooden poles, steel towers, insulators, and transformers to ESB Electrical Standards and Procedures.
Use hand tools, basic power tools, and simple testing equipment under supervision
Safety & Compliance:
Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), conducting risk assessments, and ensuring proper grounding of equipment.
Demonstrate basic understanding of electrical principles, safe working practices, and industry terminology.
Follow instructions, work procedures and safe systems of work
Emergency Response:
Work as part of a team troubleshooting faults and conducting immediate repairs to restore power during outages caused by storms, ice, or damage
Conductor Work:
Stringing, tensioning, sag adjustment, and splicing conductors (wire) to specifications
Working at Heights:
Climbing ESB poles / towers or using MEWPs (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) to work on overhead line infrastructure
Site Management:
Assist with general duties including material handling, site organisation, and clean-up
Requirements
Ability to work at heights in varied weather conditions (essential)
Must be 18+, reliable and willing to work in an outdoor environment
Understanding of electrical systems, voltage levels, and ESB procedures
Previous construction experience is beneficial
Any additional tickets / training is beneficial
Full Driving Licence is beneficial
Understanding Health and Safety compliance
Strong work ethic with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
No previous experience required - full training is providedSafe Pass & Manual Handling (can be obtained during training)
Trainees will be paid €*****/hr in their first year and €*****/hr once graduating to Trainee Lineworker Phase 2.
As a qualified Lineworker you will earn €*****/hr.
Time and a half after 39 hours
Annual leave in line with CIF guidelines plus public holidays
CWPS Pension and sick pay
Opportunities for advancement and career growth
Supportive team culture
Overhead Lines Technician Apprenticeship
Successful candidates will be given the opportunity to enter the Overhead Lines Technician Apprenticeship.
This is a two-year practical apprenticeship programme with nine modules, focused on working on the overhead ESB Network.
As part of this programme, Apprentices will engage in on-the-job training with Murphy and off-the-job training at the LOETB Mount Lucas Training Centre.
On completion of the programme, the Apprentice will hold a nationally recognised
QQI Level 5 Certificate in "Electrical Overhead Lines Technician"
.
Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this apprenticeship, an applicant must:
Be at least 18 years of age on commencement of the apprenticeship and have achieved a minimum of grade D or 'Achieved' in five subjects in the Junior
Have evidence of CEFRL level B2 minimum if English is not a first language
You must successfully complete all required Murphy ability tests and the ESB testing to be eligible for the apprenticeship.
Non-EU residents will be subject to a Stamp 4 Working Visa.
If an applicant doesn't meet the requirements above, he/she may still be eligible to register as an apprentice with Murphy if he/she is over 18 years of age and has at least 2 years work experience in a relevant designated industrial activity or have completed an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course.
Such applicants may be required to complete a suitability assessment / interview.
9 Modules totalling 25 weeks will be delivered over 2 Years in the LOETB Mount Lucas Training Facility.
The Modules include:
Safe Work Practices in Construction of Overhead Lines
Working at Heights
Fundamentals of Electricity
Distribution OHL Equipment and Portable Earthing
Distribution OHL Network Standards and Construction
Transformer Installation and Commissioning
Transmission OHL Networks
LV Service Installations
Capstone
This is an excellent opportunity to earn while you learn while gaining valuable industry experience to progress your career opportunities, in an exciting and growing industry.
Additional Information
If you show the requisite knowledge, safety performance and leadership skills you may be eligible to be trained as a crew leader earning €28/hr.
All the above have the opportunity to work overtime and weekends.
Trainees will also receive formal training in the following:
Climbsafe and Pole Top Rescue
Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
First Aid
Trainees will have a nominated workplace mentor.
Who are Murphy
Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in **** with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure.
Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, USA and Australia, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including power, transportation, water and energy.
Murphy also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Plant; Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services and Electrical Services.
Murphy is a specialist in delivering powerlines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world.
Together, we work as 'One Murphy' by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.
Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.
If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Susanne Mueller on ********** or email ******.
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