We are the people behind Ireland’s national electricity grid. We make sure that every home, business, school, hospital, factory and farm has power - when and where they need it.
And that’s just the beginning of our story. We are now transforming the power system for future generations. Be part of the change!
Our focus is on safety, security and reliability. Our work environment is challenging, fast-moving, collaborative and team orientated. Our culture is driven by performance, knowledge and continual development. Our people are committed to reducing Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels and making decarbonisation a reality – while providing a safe and reliable electricity supply in a way that secures the future for those who follow us.
Our future has never looked more exciting. And this is an incredible opportunity to be part of it. The world is ready for change. If you are too, join us.
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to take up the role of Networks Manager to lead the design of a secure, reliable and economic transmission network in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
The appointee will be responsible for leading the strategic design of the future transmission network across EirGrid and SONI. The Networks Manager will be responsible for designing a transmission network which makes the grid stronger and more flexible, uses innovative solutions and proven technologies, minimises the addition of new infrastructure and maintains the reliability of the electricity system.
Successful delivery of this role is fundamental to the company’s strategic goal to lead the islands electricity sector on sustainability and decarbonisation. The role holder will set out the future of the transmission network (widely acknowledged as the key challenge to delivery of 2030 government renewable ambitions) and will ensure that engagement with all strata’s of society (e.g. landowners, community groups, policy makers, regulators, asset owners) is appropriately reflected.
You will be responsible for leading the strategic design of the transmission network in Ireland and Northern Ireland, ensuring the development of a secure, reliable and economic power system. You will programme manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring that appropriate project controls are in place within the team having regard to budgets, schedule, quality, risk and activity monitoring.
You will act as a representative for senior internal and external engagements, e.g. regulators, government departments and act as the point of contact for industry partners, leading strategic, change related projects across the company– for example development of credible power system roadmaps out to 2030, 2040 and 2050, envisioning the future of renewables in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
