Safety Advisor Generation & Trading

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Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

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Position Description ESB is apurpose ledorganisationcommitted to delivering a brighter, more sustainable future for our customers and the communities we serve. Central to our strategy is leading Ireland's transition to reliable, affordable,low carbonenergy. The SafetyAdvisorplays a vital role in enabling thismission-ensuringthat our Generation & Trading (G&T) fleetoperatesafely, efficiently, and in line with the highest industry standards. By supporting outageprogrammesacross G&T locations, you will help ensure that critical maintenance and project activities are delivered safely and that our plant returns to service reliably, contributing directly to ESB's strategicobjectivesofdecarbonisation, resilient infrastructure, and operational excellence. As part of the Generation Safety team, you will work across all areas of ESB Generation, providing expert safety guidance to operational sites and project teams. This is a diverse and impactful role that spans legislative compliance, safety assurance during outages, and the practical application of safety requirements in a complex industrial environment. Your work will help ensure that ESB continues to maintain strong safety performance while advancing major programmes aligned with the energy transition. Success in this role requires independence, flexibility, and strong self-motivation. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders-from plant operators to project managers and senior leaders-so excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to ESB's long-term strategy while shaping a safe and sustainable future for Ireland's energy system. Key Responsibilities Provide direct on-site safety management to ensure compliancetosafety legislation, safetystandardsand safety guidelines forgenerationwide outages/projects. ProactivelypromotesSafe and Sound' safety culture for generation wide outages/projects. Safety auditing during outages/projects to ensure compliance with legislation and relevant risk auditing. Development of all outage/project safety related plans, documents, registers as necessary for safety compliance Take leading role in outage/project safety related meetings, stand downs and forums Support procurement process by providingexpertsafety input andmanagingsafety related contracts and any supplementary safety resources required to support specific projects/outages Support processtoensurecompliance withSubcoDirector safety responsibilities Experience andQualifications Essential Third-levelqualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience, plus an internationallyrecognisedsafety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent) Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role Strongexpertisein safety legislation, including the ability to develop compliant outage/project safety plans, documentation, and registers In-depthknowledge of Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), including permitting and isolation processes Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and deliver presentations across allorganisationallevels Experience in project or contract management, with strong planning andorganisationalskills Proficiencyin safety auditing and a full Category B drivinglicense Desirable Technical experience in power station operations or similar heavy industry environments Be a member of a professional safety body or be working towards membership Location The position is open to nationwide applicants. The successful candidates base is to be will also be a requirement to travel to all generation locations when necessary or to central locations. 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 thejurisdictionwhere 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 toregular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business. ReportingTo Therolewill report into the G&T SafetyFunction. Why Work with Us? Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition tonet zero carbon future Career developmentthrough mentoring andtraining Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities Sports and Social Clubs Networking opportunities Credit Union Generous Pension Access to staff well-beingprogrammes Generous parental leave entitlements Strong values-based and inclusive culture Strong commitment to diversity,equityand inclusion Great teamenvironment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted Salary €59,900 - €70,500 per annum depending on experience Closing Date 19th May 2026 Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. .buttontext4ebea33125a0ecd0 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext4ebea33125a0ecd0 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #009DE0 !important; outline: none !important; } 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, . 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. 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