Substation PICW Technician – Ireland (Nationwide)

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

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.