About this role
The Generation Engineering department in ESB Engineering & Major Projects (EMP) is the centre of engineering for ESB’s generation businesses. The Projects & Overhauls department function within Generation Engineering is to aide ESB Generation & Trading (G&T) in the delivery of overhauls & outages across the asset portfolio, both thermal & Hydro focused. We currently have an opportunity for Overhauls Team Leader – Mechanical, within the Projects & Overhauls Team in Generation Engineering. The successful candidate will support ESB with the management & delivery of overhaul (OH) projects on existing assets for ESB G&T, leading a team of (Mid & Senior Level) Mechanical Engineers in the delivery of same. Suitable candidates will lead the technical delivery of plant overhauls across the ESB Generation portfolio. Aligned with same, candidates should have a background in construction, commissioning, maintenance, or operation of: Gas Turbine Technology. Steam Turbine Technology. Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) & Boiler technologies. High Energy Piping. Hydroelectric Turbine Technology. Power Generation Balance of Plant Technologies. Other heavy industrial experience as applicable. Key Responsibilities Key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited, to the following: Manage the mechanical engineering team in OH project delivery: Provide team leadership & technical input on OH projects from inception, specification, procurement, design review, installation, commissioning & handover phases. Support Overhaul Planning & Programme: Aide the OH Programme & Project Managers in the planning phase through to safe & efficient delivery of the Overhaul / Outages. Undertake leadership role & development of team : Perform direct report management & develop the team in technical appreciation of Power Generation asset types, project management, quality control & safety methodology in large project delivery. Advance team plant appreciation through facilitating specialist asset type training courses. Key stakeholder liaison: In all OH Programme phases & as directed by OH Project Managers, liaise effectively with key stakeholders, Generation Asset Specialists, Programme/ Project Managers, Plant Managers, Procurement Category Managers, Project Engineering team & Senior Management. Support the Asset Management Process: Support Generation Asset Specialists on technical inspections in OH programmes, reporting on assets condition assessments & aide in the Long-Term Asset Planning processes. Inspection & Test Plans : Working closely with Generation Asset specialists, develop & manage the implementation of defined asset type Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). Procurement & Contract Management : Working in conjunction with OH Project Managers, formulate & implement procurement plans with mechanical engineering team, including specification generation, tendering, evaluations & awards. In OH implementation phase, lead the management of key mechanical contracts as assigned. Safety Compliance: Ensure all OH project works comply with statutory safety, health, & environmental regulations, ESB Technical Standards & Guidelines. Where required, carry out authorized roles under the safety rules (Safe Systems of Work). Audits & Reporting : In conjunction with mechanical engineering direct reports, conduct regular safety, environmental, quality audits & undertake reporting to management. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Proven track record of significant experience in the power generation or heavy industrial sector. A minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience is required. Strong individual & strategic leadership skills, with the capability to effectively communicate & influence through solid interpersonal skills. Experience managing people & teams, with the ability to work & share knowledge/ competencies within a team structure. The candidate will possess competence in design, construction, commissioning, maintenance or operation of mechanical systems in power generation or related heavy industrial sector. Strong knowledge of PSDP and PSCS processes with a working knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment Standards and procedures. Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to manage stakeholders, to work and share knowledge within a team structure and to make quality decisions and judgements. The candidate will possess project engineering and project management skills, strong time management and prioritisation skills, strong communication and report writing skills and proficient computer skills (including MS Office). Flexibility, which is important in all aspects of the role, including travel nationally and internationally. Full clean driving license (B car licence) Qualifications Essential Primary Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Level 8 NFQ) or equivalent relevant work experience. Desirable Chartered Engineering status with a recognised engineering institution or demonstrable evidence of progress towards same is preferred. Location ESB Engineering and Major Projects office, The Sidings, Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 2 or EMP Eastgate Cork. Due to the nature of the work most time will be spent on site for the preparation and delivery of overhaul works. Flexibility is important in this role as the role will include travel both nationally and internationally. Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week . All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business. Reporting to Projects & Overhauls Manager, Generation Engineering Delivery, Engineering & Major Projects. 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 14th October 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: Accountable and Ethical Collaborative Growing and Adaptive Proactive 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.