Pressure Parts & Renewable Gases Manager

Pressure Parts & Renewable Gases Manager

Vacancy Number: 25650 Engineering - Other Job Type: Full-time ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business. With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community. Position Description The Generation Engineering department in ESB Engineering and Major Projects is the centre of engineering for ESB’s generation businesses and provides consultancy services in generation technology for external and international clients. This includes optimising the long-term performance of ESB’s Generation Assets through process performance optimisation and portfolio long term asset management, as well as continuously driving improvements in overhaul management, safety, technical and engineering standards, and the delivery of new power plant projects as part of the ESB Net Zero by 2040 Strategy. The Pressure Parts & Renewable Gases Manager will lead the Pressure Parts & Renewable Gases team within Generation Engineering in support of these objectives, and in support of wider requirements within the ESB Group. This team provides the engineering and asset management services for boiler plant and pressure parts associated with Generation and Trading’s portfolio fleet. The team is also responsible for the development of a Centre of Engineering Excellence for Renewable Gases, particularly in relation to hydrogen and biomethane. Key Responsibilities

• Management of the provision of specialist expertise, governance and engineering support on all aspects relating to Boiler Plant and Pressure Parts for the existing generation portfolio and provide the same expertise for advice, design, support and recommendations to project teams involved in new design for ESB projects and external clients.
• Responsibility for the development and approval of Inspection and Test Plans for boiler plant and pressure parts.
• Lead Boiler Plant and Pressure Parts Engineering Excellence in ESB, providing process engineering knowledge, asset management and project management to provide engineering solutions to commercially optimise existing assets and support the growing pipeline of low carbon and renewable projects.
• Adapt a proactive role to the management of Pressure Part issues and set Technical Management Policy.
• Take a lead role in ensuring compliance to all statutory, legislative and licence requirements as they relate to Boiler Plant and Pressure Parts systems and issues.
• Investigate all Boiler and Pressure Part plant related issues and incidents and provide advice on risk assessments of equipment.
• Provide input and challenge to Pressure Parts and Renewable Gases projects and works in terms of budgets, business cases, project briefs and boards as required.
• Continue to develop and maintain a Centre of Engineering Excellence in relation to the generation, storage and distribution of renewable gases; particularly hydrogen and biomethane.
• Acquire and maintain a high level of personal expertise to anticipate and cope with the range of Pressure Parts and Renewable Gases issues and developments that may arise over a portfolio of power plant and new projects.
• Provision of engineering services and expertise in relation to flue gas cleaning.
• Lead, empower and motivate the Pressure Parts and Renewable Gases team to achieve optimum performance and effectively liaise with the Generation Engineering Management Team to ensure the achievement of business objectives.
• Build a strong Pressure Parts and Renewable Gases team with the required expertise in place to meet Generation Engineering requirements in the respective areas and provide coaching/mentoring as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• At least 10 years relevant work experience.
• Significant knowledge of generating plant boilers and pressure systems.
• Experience of power plant operations and maintenance technologies, systems, procedures and practices.
• Track record of achieving objectives.
• Significant experience of working from own initiative, taking ownership of work/projects and motivating team members to deliver team objectives or projects.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Ability to work and share knowledge and competencies within a team structure.
• Flexibility, which is important in all aspects of the role, including travel.
• A track record of innovation.

Qualifications 3rd level engineering qualification or equivalent and/or significant experience in the area of boiler plant, pressure parts and renewable gases is essential. Location The position is based in ESB Engineering & Major Projects Head Office, Dublin Airport, Ireland and will involve occasional travel both nationally and internationally. Tailored working arrangements will be considered within the operational requirements of the role. General It is not anticipated that a staff member still on probation (either new entrant probation or a probation from a previous promotion) will be eligible to apply for a promotional vacancy. Typically, an individual must have completed their probation and should have at least two years’ experience in their current role before being eligible to apply for a promotion. An application from a staff member who does not meet the above criteria must have the approval of both the senior line manager and the HRM within the BU before progressing to application. Reporting to Manager, Generation Engineering Why ESB?

• Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future.
• Embracing & facilitating a Smart Working Future / Hybrid Working.
• Career development through mentoring, and training.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
• Active Social & Sports Clubs.
• Networking opportunities.
• Credit Union.
• Generous Pension Contributions.
• Access to Staff Well Being programmes.
• Generous parents leave entitlements.
• Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.
• ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme.

€80,200 to €94,400 per annum Closing Date 11th of September 2024 Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable adjustments for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr