Overview
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Powering the Future: Join ESB’s Generation Team. At ESB, our power stations are at the heart of Ireland’s energy transformation. We’re driving innovation, ensuring our generating plants operate with precision, reliability, safety and efficiency. Every action supports ESB’s ambition to achieve Net Zero by 2040, meeting the highest standards in performance, sustainability, and commercial excellence.
As a successful candidate, you’ll become a key player in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team that keeps our generation assets running at peak performance. You’ll work to your strengths, support your colleagues, and take ownership of your role across exciting projects and evolving station needs. We’re looking for self-starters who thrive in autonomous roles, adapt quickly, and bring energy to every challenge.
Opportunities by Location
Dublin:
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Team Leader
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician
* Mechanical Maintenance Fitter
* Power Station Operator
Wicklow and Kildare:
* Mechanical Maintenance Fitter, Hydro Team Member
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician, Hydro Team Member
Cork:
* Mechanical Maintenance Fitter
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician
Lee, Inniscara and Carrigadrohid Hydro Generation Stations:
* Mechanical Maintenance Fitters, Hydro Team Members
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician, Hydro Team Member
Donegal:
* Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician, Hydro Team Member
Essential Experience and Qualifications:
* 2+ years\' experience in Thermal, Hydro or Renewable generation plants, or equivalent industrial hands-on experience in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation or Mechanical Maintenance systems
* FAS, SOLAS craft qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent
Desirable:
* A Full Category B driving licence
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
Closing Date
16th of October 2025.
If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
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