Substation PICW (Substations)

Position: Substation PICW (Substations)

Location: Ireland (Nationwide)

Contract: 1 year Fixed Term Contract - Full Time

Salary: TBD

Overview of role: Gaeltec is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Substation Technician (Substations) to join our teams across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily activities on the site.
• PSCS Representative.
• Report to the project management team.
• Manage daily site safety quality and environmental.
• Plan the daily site activities.
• Report works completed to PM.
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical equipment in Electrical Substations.
• Installations of Transformers, MV and HV Switchgear (indoor and outdoor), Protection Panels, AC & DC & related instrumentation.
• Install and terminate Cable LV/MV/HV (indoor and outdoor).
• Installs and pre-commissioning control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels.
• Install and level steel structures for electrical apparatus (indoor and outdoor)
• Install conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between panels.
• Pre-commissioning works - Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Understand circuit diagrams and perform troubleshooting.
• Assemble and install electrical panels, wire harnesses, and other electrical equipment.
• Assist and complete installation, modification, and repair on high voltage distribution systems such as switchgear, transformers, circuit boards.
• Consult with relevant stakeholders in project implementation to achieve project and company goals.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Construction Regulations and Construction Quality Assurance.

To be considered for the PICW (Substations) position you will Ideally have the following:

• Have an ESB PICW approval
• Have IOSH/CIF approval
• Knowledge of AC and DC systems
• Substation electrical experience
• Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft - Electrical (or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 5+ years' experience is desirable
• Experience with ESB and Eirgrid environments is an advantage
• Medium and High Voltage experience is an advantage
• Full Driving Licence and willingness to travel and work away at customer sites