Protection Maintenance Specialist

The Protection Maintenance team in Transmission & Distribution Engineering provides a highly technical protection service. This involves development and implementation of maintenance policies/standards, monitoring the network and identification/specification of maintenance requirements across HV substations and Generation assets. 

Key Responsibilities

Working on a national basis, at times largely dictated by operational constraints, key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leading the training and development of junior staff
• Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning activities and to coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate.
• Commissioning primary, secondary and associated equipment forming part of Transmission/Distribution Networks and Generation plant.
• Commissioning and maintenance testing of protection relays.
• Respond and mobilise at short notice to critical system faults.
• Carry out detailed fault investigations and provide specialist protection support to network and power station operators.
• Functional verification of protection scheme designs and checking compliance to approved design standards.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver commissioning projects.
• Provide oversight and technical support to project teams and stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Proven track record of project management / co-ordination, delivery of projects on time and to the highest technical standards.
• Ability to prioritize own work and the work of others.
• Knowledge and experience of operational procedures and the operation of substations and/or power stations.
• Detailed understanding of typical protection philosophies as applied to Power stations and Transmission Networks.
• Thorough knowledge of schematics, cubicle wiring and functional testing techniques.
• Fully adept in commissioning and maintenance methodology of complex protection schemes.
• A high level of experience in the use of Omicron CMC356 and the development of relay test plans.
• Capability to communicate and provide technical guidance to stakeholders effectively.
• Self-motivated and be capable of working on their own initiative without direct supervision.
• Show a high level of commitment and flexibility.
• As travelling to sites is feature of this role, it is essential to have appropriate Drivers License.

Desirable

• Excellent communication and report writing skills

Qualifications

 Essential

• A minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the electricity generation and/or HV transmission sectors

Desirable

• Either a 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience is essential.

Location

Site work throughout Ireland will be a feature in this role. Driver’s license is a must to apply for this role. 

Reporting to

The successful candidate will report to the Protection Maintenance Team Leader within Network System Services, Transmission & Distribution Engineering.

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
• 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

€71,000 -  €84,000 per annum

Closing Date

27th March 2026