Electrician

Murphy; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

39-hour standard working week

Overtime paid after 39 hours

21 days leave + 10 bank holidays

CWPS Pension and sick pay

Career advancement opportunities

Further training

Job summary

Murphy in Ireland is seeking a Qualified Electrician to install, test and commission electrical systems across industrial facilities and utility projects. With 1–3 years post-apprenticeship experience, you will work on cabling, containment systems and instrumentation in line with project specs.

You will be part of a safety‑focused team, operate in ATEX environments and enjoy a 39‑hour week, paid overtime, generous annual leave and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with a recognised electrical trade qualification.
• 1–3 years post-apprenticeship experience (or recently qualified electricians with relevant industrial experience).
• Experience in industrial, utilities, manufacturing, water/wastewater, gas, energy or renewable sectors is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, route and secure electrical power, control and instrumentation cabling in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Fabricate, install and maintain cable containment systems, including tray, ladder, trunking and conduit systems.
• Perform glanding, termination and connection of power, control and instrumentation cables.
• Conduct electrical testing, inspection and fault-finding activities to ensure system integrity and compliance.
• Participate in the commissioning and start-up of electrical systems and equipment.

Skills

Electrical installation

Testing & commissioning

Industrial experience

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Apprenticeship

Job description

Who Is Murphy

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including transport and infrastructure, water & wastewater, energy and industry.

Who Is Murphy

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including transport and infrastructure, water & wastewater, energy and industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, route and secure electrical power, control and instrumentation cabling in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Fabricate, install and maintain cable containment systems, including tray, ladder, trunking and conduit systems.
• Perform glanding, termination and connection of power, control and instrumentation cables.
• Conduct electrical testing, inspection and fault-finding activities to ensure system integrity and compliance.
• Participate in the commissioning and start-up of electrical systems and equipment.
• Commission and troubleshoot instrumentation, PLC-controlled systems and associated equipment.
• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across industrial facilities and company-operated sites.
• Work safely within hazardous and controlled environments, including ATEX zoned areas.
• Undertake electrical works across a variety of sectors, including Gas, Water, Wastewater, Renewable Energy and Industrial projects.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant safety regulations, quality standards and company procedures.

Qualifications & Skills

• Qualified Electrician with a recognised electrical trade qualification.
• 1-3 years' post-apprenticeship experience (or recently qualified electricians with relevant industrial experience will also be considered).
• Experience working within industrial, utilities, manufacturing, water/wastewater, gas, energy or renewable sectors is desirable.
• Familiarity with electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 39-hour Standard working week.
• Time and a half after 39hours.
• 21 days plus 10 bank holidays (annual leave in line with CIF guidelines).
• CWPS Pension and sick pay.
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth.
• Further training given.
• Health and safety-focused work environment.
• Supportive team culture.

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.