Electrical Chargehand

Dornan; Athlone; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Group in Athlone is seeking an Electrical Chargehand to support a pharmaceutical project. You will lead electrical crews, review drawings, and ensure safe, on-time installation on site.

The ideal candidate holds an electrical trade qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6) with 1+ year supervising on large industrial or pharma projects, and strong GMP/ATEX/LOTO knowledge. A proactive safety focus and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical trade qualification with at least 1 year supervising electrical installations on large industrial or pharma projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ATEX, LOTO.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop sheets, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills to direct crews, coordinate subcontractors and resolve on-site issues.
• Up-to-date safety certifications (Safe Pass, Manual Handling, MEWP) and a track record in safety culture.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, milestone-driven environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical crews to complete installation safely, correctly, and on schedule.
• Review drawings, method statements, and permits, guiding the team and flagging clashes to engineers.
• Manage materials and equipment: ordering, tracking deliveries, and controlling on-site use.
• Drive safety performance with toolbox talks, enforce LOTO and SOPs, and meet site safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Reading drawings & P&IDs

Safety leadership

Coordination of crews

Problem solving on site

Education

QQI Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate

Job description

Electrical Chargehands - Athlone

Dornan Engineering Group is a leading international engineering contractor delivering high-value projects across Europe, UK & Ireland. Based in Athlone, Co.Westmeath, this is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Dornan team as an Electrical Chargehands, supporting the delivery of our Pharmaceutical project. Due to the continuous growth with Dornan Engineering, we are currently looking looking to recruit experienced Electrical Chargehands to join the company on exciting projects. You will join Dornan's hard working and ambitious project teams and you will benefit from a supportive culture, where your ideas and contributions will be recognised.

Your day to day will include:

• Lead and coordinate electrical crews to ensure installation works are completed safely, correctly, and on schedule.
• Review drawings, method statements, and permits, providing guidance to the team and highlighting clashes or design issues to engineers and supervisors.
• Manage materials and equipment, ensuring timely ordering, tracking deliveries, and controlling use on-site to avoid delays.
• Drive safety performance, conducting toolbox talks, enforcing LOTO and SOPs, and ensuring all works meet site safety regulations and client requirements.

About you:

• Recognised electrical trade qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate) with a minimum of 1+ years' experience supervising electrical installation on large industrial or pharma projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ATEX, LOTO.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop sheets, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, capable of directing crews, coordinating subcontractors, and resolving on‑site technical issues effectively.
• Up‑to‑date safety certifications (Safe Pass, Manual Handling, MEWP, plus supervisor-level safety training) and a strong track record in driving a positive safety culture.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, milestone-driven environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Qualification
• Safe pass and Manual Handling

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