ESB Surveyor

Defusion; Ireland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Equipment provided

Training and development opportunities

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Defusion Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced ESB Surveyor to support energy infrastructure projects across Ireland. You will carry out detailed site surveys, record poles, cables, and GPS data, and work with project managers and ESB representatives to ensure survey quality and timely delivery.

The role requires a full driving licence and willingness to travel. Join a safety-minded team offering a competitive, experience-based salary and opportunities for professional development across

Qualifications

• Experience as a utility, electrical, ESB or infrastructure surveyor.
• Knowledge of ESB networks and electrical infrastructure is desirable.
• Experience surveying overhead and/or underground networks.
• Ability to read utility drawings and plans.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills with tablets or digital data capture systems.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel across Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed site surveys for ESB electrical infrastructure projects.
• Survey overhead and underground networks and record poles, cables, ducts and boundaries.
• Capture measurements, photographs and GPS/location data.
• Identify site constraints, hazards and potential construction issues.
• Liaise with landowners, customers and ESB personnel.
• Produce accurate survey reports, drawings and documentation.
• Ensure survey information meets project and client requirements.
• Identify discrepancies between existing records and site conditions.
• Support design and construction teams for smooth delivery.
• Comply with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain records and meet deadlines.

Skills

Utility surveying

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent working

GPS data capture

Tools

AutoCAD

Survey applications

Job description

Location: Various locations across Ireland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Dependant on Experience

About Defusion

We are currently expanding our team and are seeking experienced and motivated ESB Surveyors to support our ongoing energy infrastructure projects across Ireland.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where safety, quality, professionalism and customer service are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

As an ESB Surveyor, you will be responsible for carrying out detailed site surveys and gathering accurate information to support the planning, design and delivery of ESB-related electrical infrastructure works.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, design teams, ESB representatives, landowners and other stakeholders to ensure survey information is accurate, complete and delivered within programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed site surveys for ESB electrical infrastructure projects.
• Survey existing overhead and underground electrical infrastructure.
• Record poles, cables, ducts, services, boundaries, access routes and other relevant site information.
• Capture accurate measurements, photographs and GPS/location data.
• Identify site constraints, hazards and potential construction issues.
• Liaise professionally with landowners, customers, ESB personnel and other stakeholders.
• Produce accurate survey reports, drawings and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all survey information is recorded in accordance with project and client requirements.
• Identify discrepancies between existing records and site conditions.
• Work closely with design and construction teams to ensure a smooth project delivery.
• Comply fully with Defusion and ESB health & safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and submit survey information within agreed deadlines.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a utility, electrical, ESB or infrastructure surveyor.
• Knowledge of ESB networks and electrical infrastructure is highly desirable.
• Experience surveying overhead and/or underground networks.
• Ability to read and understand utility drawings and plans.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good IT skills and experience using tablets, survey applications or digital data capture systems.
• A full clean B driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel to sites throughout Ireland.

Experience in any of the following would be an advantage:

• ESB Networks projects
• MV/LV networks
• Overhead line surveys
• Underground cable surveys
• Utility mapping
• AutoCAD or similar drawing packages
• GPS/GNSS surveying equipment
• GIS or digital mapping systems
• Construction or utility infrastructure projects

What Defusion Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle and equipment provided where applicable.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on major Irish infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing company.
• A strong focus on health, safety and employee wellbeing.

Why Join Defusion?

With a proven track record across Ireland's telecommunications and energy infrastructure sectors, Defusion offers the opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects that are helping to build and modernise Ireland's energy network.

We are looking for people who take pride in their work, have a strong safety culture and want to develop their career with a company that values its people.

Defusion is an equal opportunities employer.