Renewable Operations is a division within ESB Generation and Trading with responsibility for the management of the Operation and Maintenance of ESB’s Renewable Assets portfolio. This currently includes Onshore Wind and Distributed Generation portfolio such as large scale batteries, solar, synchronous condensers and flexible gas plant.
As part of delivery of the Net Zero by 2040 Strategy ESB will generate 70% of our electricity generation from renewable assets by 2030. This will involve an increase to +5,000MW of renewable generation, offshore wind, onshore wind and solar. Also further development of renewable enabling flexible generation assets including battery energy storage systems, peaking plants and grid support devices such as synchronous condensers.
Position Description
Due to the significant expansion of the renewables portfolio, ESB is looking to appoint a Renewables Site Mobilisation Specialist within ESB Renewables O&M. The role of the Renewables Site Mobilisation Specilaist is to represent the O&M interests of ESB as asset owner of the new sites in the construction stage and ensure the safe and smooth transition of the project from energisation to normal operation. This position offers candidates an exciting opportunity to join an expanding business area, gain site experience, and position themselves for future vacancies in the area. It is the intention that the successful candidate for the Renewables Site Mobilisation Specialist will undertake all the mobilisation activities on the site(s) in line with business needs.
It is envisaged that this particular role will have the responsibility for the mobilisation for a number of Renewable sites. Responsibilities will be as per business needs and flexibility to adapt to these needs will be a core requirement of this role.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include the items below in the mobilisation phase:
- Participate in O&M design reviews, advise on O&M requirements for new sites, and provide input to design risk assessments.
- Ensure all O&M activities on construction sites are conducted in strict compliance with ESB Safety Rules.
- Develop and implement Mobilisation Plans for new sites, and report on progress.
- Develop and implement technology specific Asset Handover plans for new projects.
- Liaison with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Completion of pre-operational take over reviews of site assets such as substation, battery energy storage systems, solar systems, aeroderivative flexible generation systems and all other plant and equipment.
- Carry out representative snagging inspections with a view to providing ESB G&T with an assessment of the state of readiness of the plant for takeover at the Commercial Operations Date.
- Management of warranty issues
- Preparation of inspection and maintenance schedules for plant and put in place service contracts for routine O&M activities. This shall entail use of computerised asset management system.
- Preparation of switching plans and carrying out HV switching to facilitate the operations of these sites. Perform duties and execute roles in accordance with ESB Safety Rules as required.
- Assisting with set up of spares and other materials required on site as part of site mobilisation.
- Development of site-specific policies and procedures such as emergency response procedures.
- Assist with development of local site induction for operational phase.
- Co-ordinate O&M review of the asset safety file, and manage the transfer to O&M.
- Acting as Site Engineer for initial period of operation of the site prior to full transfer to Operations Manager within O&M.
- Preparation of tenders, procurement, negotiation and management of framework contracts.
- Support optimisation of lifetime O&M and asset management planning.
- Undertake ad hoc projects as assigned in the O&M area.
- Provide a timely site response capability in the event of an issue developing on a site during the mobilisation phase.
- Management of service providers and contractors onsite including performing inductions and setting to work as required.
- Manage, administer and ensure compliance with the ESB Safety Rules in operation. This role may involve undertaking various roles within the ESB Safety Rules.
- Provide an initial fault-finding capability and involvement in initial front line maintenance as required.
- Implement and maintain plant procedures, site policies and safety programs.
- Compliance with safety and environmental obligations.
- Outage and project management as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
The successful candidate will:
- Have minimum 5 years work experience in operation or design or commissioning of electrical equipment/generating plant.
- Be assertive and have excellent communication skills.
- Have a strong safety and risk management focus.
- Be flexible and service motivated.
- Have strong reporting and documentation skills.
- Have ability to work on own initiative and develop and improve procedures.
- Be willing to work flexible hours (office and on site) to accommodate site mobilisation and operational requirements.
- Ability to work on own initiative in isolated locations
Desirable
- Trained, authorised and experienced in ESB Generation and Trading Safety Rules
- Understanding of the commercial side of the generation business
- Experience in front line maintenance activities
Qualifications
Essential
- A Technical Engineering Qualification (preferably Mechanical / Electrical) or equivalent experience with plant operations.
- European Category B driving Licence
Location
The successful candidates will be based at relevant ESB Generation site in construction for mobilisation activities.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting to
Mobilisation Manager initially or his/her designated appointee.
Why Work with Us?
- Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
- Progressive, hybrid working model
- 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
€69,500 - €81,800
Closing Date
18th July 2025
Note: Applicants who anticipate needing assistance for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie
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.