Substation PICW (Substations)

Gaeltec Utilities Limited; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaeltec Utilities Limited is seeking a motivated Substation Technician (Substations) to join our teams across Ireland. The role requires managing site activities, safety compliance, and hands-on installation/maintenance of HV/MV equipment.

ESB PICW and IOSH/CIF approvals are preferred, with 5+ years’ experience and willingness to travel to customer sites. The position is a 1-year fixed-term full-time contract across Ireland, with nationwide locations.

Qualifications

• ESB PICW approval is required.
• IOSH/CIF approval is required.
• Knowledge of AC and DC systems is essential.
• Substation electrical experience is essential.
• Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical (or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience is desirable.
• Experience with ESB and Eirgrid environments is an advantage.
• Full Driving Licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities on the site.
• PSCS Representative on site.
• Report to the project management team.
• Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental standards on site.
• Plan and coordinate daily site activities.
• Assist installation and maintenance of electrical/substation equipment.
• Install transformers, MV/HV switchgear, protection panels, and related instrumentation.
• Install and terminate LV/MV/HV cabling.
• Pre-commissioning test and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Assemble/install electrical panels and wiring harnesses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Skills

5+ years experience

AC & DC systems knowledge

Substation electrical experience

Full Driving Licence & travel willing

Education

ESB PICW approval

IOSH/CIF approval

Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical

Job description

Position: Substation PICW (Substations)

Location: Ireland (Nationwide)

Contract: 1 year Fixed Term Contract – Full Time

Salary: TBD

Overview of role: Gaeltec is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Substation Technician (Substations) to join our teams across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily activities on the site.
• PSCS Representative.
• Report to the project management team.
• Manage daily site safety quality and environmental.
• Plan the daily site activities.
• Report works completed to PM.
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical equipment in Electrical Substations.
• Installations of Transformers, MV and HV Switchgear (indoor and outdoor), Protection Panels, AC & DC & related instrumentation.
• Install and terminate Cable LV/MV/HV (indoor and outdoor).
• Installs and pre-commissioning control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels.
• Install and level steel structures for electrical apparatus (indoor and outdoor)
• Install conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between panels.
• Pre-commissioning works - Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Understand circuit diagrams and perform troubleshooting.
• Assemble and install electrical panels, wire harnesses, and other electrical equipment.
• Assist and complete installation, modification, and repair on high voltage distribution systems such as switchgear, transformers, circuit boards.
• Consult with relevant stakeholders in project implementation to achieve project and company goals.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Construction Regulations and Construction Quality Assurance.

To be considered for the PICW (Substations) position you will Ideally have the following:

• Have an ESB PICW approval
• Have IOSH/CIF approval
• Knowledge of AC and DC systems
• Substation electrical experience
• Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical (or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience is desirable
• Experience with ESB and Eirgrid environments is an advantage
• Medium and High Voltage experience is an advantage
• Full Driving Licence and willingness to travel and work away at customer sites