Shift Team Leader

Electricity Supply Board; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Staff well-being programmes

Diversity and inclusion culture

Job summary

Electricity Supply Board (ESB) Dublin Stations is seeking a Shift Team Leader to oversee safe, reliable and commercial operation of the generating plant. Based in Dublin, you will lead the on-site Operations team, schedule shifts, develop staff and ensure adherence to Safety Rules.

You will work with cross-functional teams, participate in projects and reporting, and contribute to ESB's transition to a zero-carbon future.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent or DIT Certificate in Power Plant Technology (Plant Management) or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in power plant operations, maintenance or related fields is desirable.
• Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all plant on site.
• Lead and develop the shift Operations team and manage rostering.
• Maintain safety and environmental obligations and compile reports.
• Contribute to projects and process improvements.
• Interact with other departments to support business needs.

Skills

Team leadership

SSOW knowledge

IT skills

Education

Engineering degree or Power Plant qualification

Tools

Excel

Pi ProcessBook

Job description

Position Description

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

Essential

• Engineering degree or equivalent or DIT Certificate in Power Plant Technology (Plant Management), or equivalent work experience.

Desirable

• 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.
• Good IT skills (Excel, Pi Processbook etc.)

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
• Generous Pension
• 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

Salary

€59,980 - €70,564 per annum

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:

• Accountable and Ethical
• Collaborative
• Growing and Adaptive
• Proactive
• Respectful and Supportive

More information available on Our People Promise

Notes

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 Ireland prior to commencement of employment.