HV Substation Senior Commissioner

Vacancy Number: 28448 Category: Engineering - Other Job Type: Full-time Position Description The principal role of a Commissioner is to verify that primary, secondary, protection and control equipment meets the specification requirements and is in a fit state to be connected to the ESB system. The Senior Commissioner will provide technical assistance in all aspects of primary and secondary testing to the regional commissioning team. Key Responsibilities The Senior Commissioner is a highly skilled technical role responsible for commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of the Distribution System. Coordinate, plan, and deliver commissioning projects. Perform a key support role for less experienced members of team in addition to knowledge sharing within the wider business. Provide key technical guidance and on-the-job training for new and junior commissioning staff to enable staff development. Provide technical assistance to the Commissioning Assurance Senior Specialist to develop and improve test plans and provide in-person training and support to Commissioners. Support the development and review processes of commissioning work instructions and procedures. Lead/contribute to fault response, investigations, and reporting. Promote the safety management culture across all activities demonstrating visible commitment to safety Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the High Voltage Transmission and Distribution industry. Good knowledge of Commissioning standards, principles and procedures. Good knowledge of Commissioning Distribution Systems. Good knowledge of specific Operations Technology, e.g. SCADA, OMS. Good knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of MV and HV equipment at distribution level. Good knowledge of the design and operating mechanisms of primary plant. Good knowledge of ESB Networks assets and ESB Networks business. Good knowledge of ESB Networks safety requirements for working in HV Substations. Good knowledge of HV design and processes. Good knowledge of power system protection principles, protection devices and associated software applications. Ability to develop protection relay and primary plant test plans and procedures. Good knowledge of ESB Quality Management standards. Good knowledge and understanding of ESB legacy systems. Desirable Ability to accept responsibility and be able to show a high level of commitment and flexibility. Self-motivated individual. Significant experience of working from own initiative, taking ownership of work/projects and motivating colleagues to deliver team objectives or projects. Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, report writing and negotiation skills. Ability to lead and work as part of a high-performance team. Qualifications An appropriate third level professional qualification (Engineering) or equivalent relevant experience of a minimum 5 years. Location Location of base is flexible for the successful candidate and dependant on current regional requirements. Nationwide travel will be a requirement of the role. ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working. ESB is one of the founding members of The Remote Alliance – a new initiative established by the social enterprise Grow Remote. Working with other like-minded members, we’ve committed to developing solutions that will ensure remote and hybrid working can become a sustainable part of our business. Reporting to The successful candidate will report to the Regional Senior Commissioning Team Leader, Networks Commissioning, Contracting Partners Group, PD, ESB Networks. 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 Sports and Social Clubs Networking opportunities Credit Union Generous Pension 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 €59,000 to €70,000 per annum Closing Date 12th June 2026 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, [email protected]. 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.