Substation Technician /Electrician
ROLE PROFILE
Working on 38kV up to 400kV Substations on Assets Replacement and Maintenance related works
Perform duties under the instructions issued by the PICW (Person In Charge of Work)
LOCATION
Ireland
Hours of Work
39 Hours per Week
Reports To
PICW (Person in Charge of Work)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The role will require you to travel to sites across Ireland with occasional overnight stays, as and when required.
Due to the nature of our works, there may be a requirement for to cover out of hours works i.e., weekends and on some occasion’s nights. Within reason, you must be willing to cover out of hours works, where necessary.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential
- More than 2 years experienced in the power industry on HV, MV and LV live Substations.
- Proven experience within a similar role on major projects.
- Understanding about the disconnection points and substation outages.
- Experience in using hand tools in proper manner.
- Have the ability to carry out work instructions issued by the PICW.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good problem solving abilities.
- Knowledge of hazards involved with working on and around energized electrical systems (lines and equipment/high and low voltage).
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in performing various connections, configurations, procedures and phasing of circuits to transformers, breakers and disconnects.
- Ability to perform strenuous work in all types of weather conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:
Essential
- Electrical Engineering NVQ/Diploma.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Desired
- Electrical Testing and Verification of Electrical Installations (Qualified Certifier) Course.
- Registered Electrical Contractor with Safe Electric.
- Portable Appliance Testing Course.
- City & Guilds 9848-51 Certificate in High Voltage Operational Safety or a High Voltage Safety Awareness.
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:
Desired
- Current Full & Valid EU Driving License.
- Safe Pass.
- Manual Handling Certificate.
- First Aid Certificate.
- MEWP Certificate.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland at the time of application.
