Electrical Testing Technician | Ireland

Kirby Group Engineering; Ireland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent package on offer with room —

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering seeks an Electrical Testing Technician to perform testing, inspection and certification of Kirby electrical installations in Ireland. The role focuses on on-site execution, compliance with national regulations and electrical safety procedures, and working within a vibrant, multi-functional team.

Initially based in Ireland, the position emphasizes Lock Out-Tag Out control, defect reporting, and issuing final certifications while upholding Kirby ISMS security practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Inspection & Testing of Main and Sub-Main Distribution Boards and Transformer offloading cabling.
• Carry out Inspection & Testing of Final Sub-Circuits.
• Assist close-out of project issues/investigations/queries.
• Ensure safety measures are being implemented with regard to meters and PPE such as ARC Flash.
• Issues Final Certification for project.
• Proactively keep information secure per the Kirby ISMS.

Job description

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

The role of Electrical Testing Technician initially based in Ireland is to carry out Testing & Inspection and Certification of all Kirby Electrical Installations as required by national governing bodies and to ensure compliance with national regulations and electrical safety procedures.

Key Functions

• Implement and manage Lock Out-Tag Out (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy (COHE) on projects where they are the AP(appointed person)
• Carry out Pre-Test Inspections (walk-down the field installation of each system term to term) on site and compile defect reports on compliance with national electrical regulations.
• Notify Project Manager and QC lead of any non-conformances or hazards on site.
• Carry out testing of Low Voltage installations as required by national governing bodies, issue report and snag list.
• Compilation of reports and issue ‘As Built’ Test Certificates
• Verification of Redlined Drawings for the LV Installation that is being tested.
• Update cable schedules.
• Create DB schedule’s for inclusion in O&M.
• Complete Test Record Sheets as per International Standards
• Manage and Implement Electrical Safe System of Work on site (if they are the AP)
• Carry out periodic inspections and surveys of installations.

Electrical Testing Technician Responsibilities

• Carry out Inspection & Testing of Main and Sub-Main Distribution Boards and Transformer offloading cabling.
• Carry out Inspection & Testing of Final Sub-Circuits.
• Assist close-out of project issues/ investigations / queries.
• Ensure safety measures are being implemented with regard to meters and PPE being used i.e. ARC Flash.
• Issues Final Certification for project.
• You will proactively andvigilantly keep information secure and fully comply with the Kirby Information Security Management System (ISMS).

The above list of tasks, activities, responsibilities and accountabilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions will be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.