Shift Team Leader

ESB; Dublin; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and training

Well-being programmes

Diversity and inclusion

Parental leave entitlements

Job summary

Electricity Supply Board (ESB) in Dublin is seeking a Shift Team Leader for Dublin Stations to manage the day-to-day operations of Poolbeg, Dublin Bay Power and North Wall plants. You will lead a frontline operations team, ensure safety, reliability and commercial performance of the generating assets.

The role requires strong leadership, multi-tasking and the ability to coordinate with other departments while delivering safe, compliant and efficient plant operations.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent or DIT Certificate in Power Plant Technology (Plant Management),or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant experience in a similar role or in power plant operations, maintenance, technology, systems and procedures.
• Trained, authorised and experienced in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
• Experience of managing teams.
• Understanding of the commercial side of the generation business.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all plant on site.
• Ensuring the safety of all personnel under his/her control.
• Leading and directing the shift Operations team in their day-to-day activities, rostering, assessing training needs, developing staff and managing individual performance plans.
• Participation on business projects as required.
• Acting in the roles of Safety from the System Co-ordinator (SSC), Work Controller and Control Person, they will manage, administer and ensure compliance with the Safety Rules.
• Compliance with safety and environmental obligations.
• Maintaining a shift operations record (log) and submitting reports as required by the Operations Manager.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and systems for plant operations, testing and related activities.
• Attending and contributing to scheduled meetings.
• Involvement in initial front-line maintenance/troubleshooting.
• Interact with other departments as required or directed in the best interests of the business.
• Outage and project management as required.

Skills

Team management

Safety compliance

Communication

Safety culture

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

DIT Certificate in Power Plant Technology (Plant Management)

Job description

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Dublin Stations currently comprise of Poolbeg, Dublin Bay Power and North Wall power plants. The successful candidate will assume the role of Shift Team Leader Dublin Stations.

The successful candidate will assume a first line management role within the Operations team in Dublin Stations. The shift team leader is responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable and commercial operation of the generating plant and for other duties as may be assigned by the Operations Manager.

The successful candidate will be a team player and self-starter with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and manage, develop and motivate team members. They will also have a demonstrable ability to communicate and relate effectively with staff at all levels in the organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all plant on site.
• Ensuring the safety of all personnel under his/her control.
• Leading and directing the shift Operations team in their day-to-day activities, rostering, assessing training needs, developing staff and managing individual performance plans.
• Participation on business projects as required.
• Acting in the roles of Safety from the System Co-ordinator (SSC), Work Controller and Control Person, they will manage, administer and ensure compliance with the Safety Rules.
• Compliance with safety and environmental obligations.
• Maintaining a shift operations record (log) and submitting reports as required by the Operations Manager.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and systems for plant operations, testing and related activities.
• Attending and contributing to scheduled meetings.
• Involvement in initial front-line maintenance/troubleshooting.
• Interact with other departments as required or directed in the best interests of the business.
• Outage and project management as required.

Experience and Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent or DIT Certificate in Power Plant Technology (Plant Management),or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant experience in a similar role or in power plant operations, maintenance, technology, systems and procedures.
• Trained, authorised and experienced in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
• Experience of managing teams.
• Understanding of the commercial side of the generation business.

Location

The successful candidate will be based in Dublin Stations.

Reporting To

The successful candidate will report to Operations Manager, Dublin Stations

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition tonet zero carbon future
• Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Closing Date

16th November 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Irelandprior to commencement of employment.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.