Senior Market Operator — Real-Time Energy Markets Leader

EirGrid Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policies

Secure employment

Job summary

EirGrid Group is seeking a Senior Market Operator to join the Market Operations function in Ireland. The role supports the full range of market operations, overseeing desk activities, and coordinating with stakeholders to operate wholesale electricity markets and verify outcomes.

You will work with Market Desk rotas, handle real-time data, and guide junior operators while maintaining high operational standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Typically, at least two years’ experience in a relevant, critical operational role.
• Expertise in one or more Market Operations systems or functions, such as Imbalance Pricing, ICMP, MMS, Transparency Platform or Market Surveillance.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience in database queries and automated checks.
• Ability to prioritise and resolve operational technical issues with service providers and IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee Market Desk activities in line with market procedures and operational standards, acting as a certified Market Operator and providing cover when required.
• Support Market Operators and act as the escalation point for operational issues, market incidents and complex queries.
• Oversee market auctions and related processes to support the accurate and timely operation of wholesale electricity markets.
• Investigate and resolve operational issues and market system defects with internal teams, service providers and stakeholders.
• Plan and deliver market system testing and releases, including test preparation, resourcing, quality assurance, defect management and business sign-off.

Job description

EirGrid Group is seeking a Senior Market Operator to join the Market Operations function in Ireland. The role supports the full range of market operations, overseeing desk activities, and coordinating with stakeholders to operate wholesale electricity markets and verify outcomes.

You will work with Market Desk rotas, handle real-time data, and guide junior operators while maintaining high operational standards in a fast-paced environment.