High Voltage Substation Maintenance Supervisor

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days annual leave

Employee Wellbeing Programme

Educational Assistance

Sick pay

Life Assurance contributions

Job summary

Suir Engineering is looking for a High Voltage Substation Maintenance Supervisor in Tipperary, Ireland. The successful candidate will lead a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring the safety and reliability of high voltage electrical systems. Requirements include a Level 2 ESB PICW Approval, experience in supervisory roles, and strong communication skills. The role offers a permanent full-time position with comprehensive benefits including annual leave and opportunities for international assignments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within high voltage substation environment.
• In-depth knowledge of high voltage electrical systems, equipment, and control wiring.
• Ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of high voltage substation maintenance technicians.
• Oversee the routine inspection, testing, and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems and equipment.
• Develop and implement emergency response procedures for high voltage incidents.

Skills

Experience in supervisory role

Technical knowledge of high voltage systems

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Safety practices commitment

Education

Level 2 ESB PICW Approval

Tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

High Voltage Substation Maintenance Supervisor

Suir Engineering

Location: On site / Tipperary, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Construction & Trades | General
Salary: Negotiable salary

We have exciting opportunities for a High Voltage Substation Maintenance Supervisor to join Suir Engineering. The right candidate will have the appropriate technical knowledge & experience and ideally, they will have a minimum of a Level 2 ESB PICW Approval to carry out the role of Person In Charge of Work (PICW) within ESB HV Substation environments. They will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating asset replacement and maintenance activities related to high voltage substation systems. The role requires strong technical knowledge of high voltage equipment, assertive application of safety protocols, control systems, coupled with effective leadership skills.

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in‑house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K., Germany, Denmark and Sweden.

What you will be doing?

• Lead and supervise a team of high voltage substation maintenance technicians.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to ensure a high level of technical competency within the team.
• Foster a safety‑conscious culture and ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Oversee the routine inspection, testing, and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems and equipment.
• Coordinate and deliver preventive maintenance programs to minimise downtime and maximise equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues in high voltage systems, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Possess experience in, and an understanding of, the role of PICW.
• Ensure the proper installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of control wiring and associated components.
• Manage and execute high voltage maintenance projects, including planning, resource allocation, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement improvements and upgrades to the high voltage infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of maintenance activities, equipment condition, and compliance records.
• Develop and implement emergency response procedures for high voltage incidents.
• Lead the team in responding to emergency situations and restoring operations in a safe and efficient manner.

Is this the job for me?

• Relevant ESB PICW Approvals (Level 2 minimum) for the role of PICW for high voltage substation maintenance.
• Location of work varies between Munster / Leinster, must be willing to travel.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within high voltage substation environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of high voltage electrical systems, equipment, and control wiring.
• Skilled in using testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to convey technical information to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with safety regulations governing high voltage systems.

In return from Suir Engineering

• 21 days annual leave
• Employee Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
• SEO Rates, Lodge plus CWPS Pension, Sick pay and Life Assurance contributions
• Educational Assistance and upskilling opportunities
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement.

• Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
• Our people have a voice and feel empowered.
• We have an in‑built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
• Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value.
• We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset … our People.