Position Description
Two vacancies exist for the position of Hydro Team Member, Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician, Donegal stations.
Donegal stations are high efficiency producers of renewable energy and are part of ESB’s goal to reach Net Zero by 2040. The Hydro Team Member would be an Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Technician with a home base at Cathaleen’s Fall (Ballyshannon) and will be required to work across all three locations including Cliff (Ballyshannon) and Clady Hydro Generating Station (Gweedore) as needed.
As a member of the station team, the Hydro Team Member will be required to work across all functional areas including maintenance, operations, technical services, facilities, civil and dam safety, supervision, and contractor management. The successful candidate will be required to work to the level of their competence to carry out their duties. They will provide support to other teams and projects. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously, be flexible, and work effectively with others is required. The successful candidate will give and receive training as defined by plant management to attain and maintain competencies.
As ESB transitions to Net Zero by 2040, working in Donegal Hydro Generating Station offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact ESB’s vision.
The successful candidate will be required on occasion to have flexible working hours including weekend and night working and be available for callouts.
Key Responsibilities
- All aspects of electrical and instrumentation work in an industrial work environment
- Delivery of work across all areas of the station, including maintenance, operations, control room, civil, technical, and support functions
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the CMMS+ work management system
- Writing and implementing procedures and working instructions
- Supervising and directing contractors
- Act as Team Leader in a ‘hands on’ capacity
- Carry out authorized roles including work controller under the safety rules as required (Safe Systems of Work)
- Environmental, Health & Safety and Quality management responsibilities
- Provide back-up for plant controller coverage/isolation duties as needed
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Electrical / Control & Instrumentation Maintenance
- FAS / SOLAS / Senior Trade qualification in Electrical & Instrumentation or equivalent work experience
- Full Category B driving licence
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of HV/MV/LV electrical systems and C&I systems
Desirable
- An understanding of mechanical, heavy rotational and pressure systems is desirable
- Experience in liaising with relevant statutory bodies and contractors
- Experience in project management and good planning skills
- Understanding of control systems
- Understanding of relay protection
- Experience with instrumentation calibration & troubleshooting
- Experience with HV, MV, LV, and control signal testing
Location
This position will be based in Donegal Hydro Power Stations, home base in Cathaleen’s Fall (Ballyshannon), and working between there, Cliff, and Clady Stations as needed.
Reporting To
The Hydro Team Member – Electrical and Instrumentation reports to the Production Supervisor, Donegal Stations
Why Work with Us?
- Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
- Progressive, hybrid working model
- Career development through mentoring and training
- Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
- 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
€44,788- €50,483 per annum
Closing Date
27th 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:
- 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 / UK prior to commencement of employment.
