Telecoms Professional, Telecoms Service & Deployment, North West

Electricity Supply Board; Castlebar; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy utility in Ireland is seeking a Telecoms Professional to install, maintain, and develop its National Telecommunications Network. The role combines fieldwork with IT and digital skills, focusing on deploying and maintaining crucial telecoms infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecommunications and relevant qualifications. A flexible location with opportunities for career development and good work culture is offered.

Benefits

Career development through mentoring and training

Access to staff well-being programs

Generous parental leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant experience relative to the Key Responsibilities.
• Proven knowledge of 48VDC and 220VAC Inverter & UPS power systems.
• Valid SafePass and full clean driving license.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and integrate new communications infrastructure.
• Configure, test and support SCADA Systems.
• Provide project management support for telecommunications initiatives.

Skills

Safety First mindset

Proficiency in editing configuration files

Hands-on experience with Telecoms tools

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Collaborative approach

Education

Third-level qualification in Telecommunications, IT or Electrical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Windows Operating System

Job description

Telecoms Professional, Telecoms Service & Deployment, North West

Job Type: Full-time

Position Description

The successful candidate will play a key role in the installation, operation, maintenance and future development of ESBs National Telecommunications Network.

This role bridges hands‑on Telecoms fieldwork with advanced IT and Digital skills with a Systems Engineering approach.

The successful candidate will deploy and maintain critical telecoms infrastructure, as well as configure and troubleshoot programmable hardware units using both host and virtual computer environments.

The ideal candidate is equally comfortable and experienced working with hand‑tools and device installations on-site, as well as creating and editing configuration files on programmable hardware devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and integrate new communications infrastructure across HV substations, generation stations, solar/wind farms, remote hill sites, and area offices.
• Edit, validate and configure programmable units.
  • Including RTUs, Multiplexers, Microwave P2P Radios, Polling Radios & Satellite Modems.
• Configure, test and support SCADA Systems and RTUs using bespoke testing equipment and software.
• Maintain and troubleshoot a variety of Operational Telecoms infrastructure including:
  • Fibre Multiplexers, Microwave P2P Radio, pLTE Radio, Digital Polling Radio, IP, Routers/Switches, IPT/Analogue Voice Telephony and associated fibre/copper cabling.
• Support and maintain 48VDC Switch Mode Power Supplies, 220VAC Inverters & UPS backup power systems.
• Provide project management support & coordination for telecommunications initiatives across all ESB Group.
• On‑call or availability will likely be a feature of this role.

Experience & Qualifications

• A “Safety First” mindset.
• Third‑level qualification in a Telecommunications, IT or Electrical discipline, OR minimum three years’ relevant experience relative to the Key Responsibilities.
• Proven proficiency editing configuration files and deploying, modifying and upgrading programmable hardware units.
• Proven hands‑on experience using Telecoms‑specific and general hand‑tools.
• Strong Microsoft Windows Operating and File System knowledge.
• Strong understanding of host vs. virtual computer environments.
• Proven knowledge of 48VDC and 220VAC Inverter & UPS backup power systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Development or reviewing of safety documentation.
• Stakeholder engagement and/or client‑facing project work.
• Valid SafePass.
• Familiarity with and/or experience working in High Voltage Station or Industrial environments.

Location

• Castlebar ESB Office (North West Region). Flexible reporting options across Galway and Mayo may be considered

Reporting To

• Telecoms Service & Deployment Northwest Team Manager, Networks Telecoms.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Career development through mentoring and training
• 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

26th of November, 2025.

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

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.