Electrician

Dublin Bus (Bus Átha Cliath); Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A major public transport provider in Dublin is seeking qualified Electricians to join their transition to hybrid and electric vehicles. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing various electrical systems on buses. The role requires a National Craft Certificate for Electrician and fluency in English. This is a fixed-term position with potential for permanence and comes with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Tool allowance

Annual attendance bonus

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have Electrician qualification as per SOLAS standards.
• Over 21 years old to comply with licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and undertake electrical repairs on all Dublin Bus vehicles.
• Perform diagnostic and repair work on various electrical systems.

Skills

Fluent spoken and written English

Electrical diagnostic skills

Repair skills for various vehicle systems

Education

National Craft Certificate for Electrician

Advanced Certificate – Craft by FETAC

Job description

Calling all qualified Electricians to join Dublin Bus’s exciting transition to hybrid and electric vehicles.

Dublin Bus is the largest Public Transport provider in Ireland, our purpose is to deliver high quality public transport services which meet the needs of people, support the economic growth of our city and also meet our social and environmental aspirations which are representative of a progressive European capital city. Dublin Bus is a provider of sustainable mobility solutions. We are committed to the reduction of emissions, congestion, and energy usage.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager.
6 Month Fixed-Term Contract (with a view to a permanent contract of employment).

€42,132.15- €50,931.16 on a6year pay scale, from 1 January 2025.

Shift:

Monday to Friday, 08.00hrs to 16.30hrs.

Areas of responsibility (but not limited to):

• Diagnose and undertake electrical repairs on all Dublin Bus vehicles.
• Diagnostic and repair work to include charging system, starting system, door system, access ramp system, heating system, multiplexing, electrical control units, lighting system, radio, CCTV, ticketing system, automatic vehicle location system and all other electrical systems.

Tool allowance - €7.62 per week.

Annual Attendance Bonus - €250 (tax free).

Annual bus pass and other travel concessions..

Job security.

Career development and progression.

Personal Protective Equipment.

Laundry service included for Personal Protective Equipment.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Benefits on Appointment (following a probationary period of 6 months):

• Access to a defined pension scheme.
• Access to a Medical (GP) Scheme – Employee, spouse and children can avail of a GP.
• Access to the CIE Welfare Scheme.
• Mentor allowance guaranteed each week once appointed.
• Access to the Education Support Scheme – Supporting employees to return to part time education.

Qualifications/Requirements to apply for the role:

National Craft Certificate for the trade of Electrician awarded by SOLAS/Department of Education following the successful completion of a recognised SOLAS apprenticeship – Or equivalent to this level 6 qualification, in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.

OR

Advanced Certificate – Craft awarded by FETAC following the successful completion of a recognised SOLAS apprenticeship - Or equivalent to this level 6 qualification, in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.

Other requirements:

• Over 21 (to comply with D licence regulation).
• Fluent spoken and written English.

How to Apply:

You can apply via theDublin Bus E-Recruitment Site , click the "Search" button at the bottom of the page, then select the ‘Electrician’ vacancy to complete an online application form.

Please include a copy of your Electrician qualification certificate, scan or photo will suffice.

Please note the online application form must be completed in full and submitted with all the above documentation or it will not be processed.

If you are having problems submitting your online application online, please contact [emailprotected] by email, we will provide you with assistance to submit your application form.

Applicants must hold the above minimum requirements for the role as shortlisting will apply.

Data Retention and your legal rights:

Applications will be kept for 12 months in line with our Data Retention Policy. To exercise your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Acts 1988-2018, please email [emailprotected] .

Dublin Bus is an equal opportunities employer.