Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:
Dublin Stations comprise of Poolbeg and Dublin Bay Power Plants with total power output of an 891MW CCGT plants in Dublin, Ireland. The stations are managed, maintained and operated by ESB Generation & Trading to strict efficiency and availability standards in the competitive All Islands commercial market.
This is an opportunity for an ambitious, high performing person to work in a dynamic, rewarding and achievement focused environment.
The Dublin Stations Chemist will have responsibility for the management of plant chemistry on sites. They will also provide technical services support to the plant team, engineering project management, reporting, asset maintenance, asset management and environmental matters.
They will be a team player, flexible and a self-starter with good problem solving skills. They should be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and drive innovation and improvements as required, and also have the ability to communicate and relate effectively with staff at all levels in the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the effective control of power stations chemistry so as to maintain high availability, efficiency, reliability and maintainability.
* Ensure that chemical safety is given the highest level of priority, such that the public, personnel and plant are protected.
* Ensure that process chemistry is given high priority and awareness on site, by constantly reviewing chemistry issues with the operations team.
* Ensure that the power plants are operated within stations licences and power generation technical standards.
* Assist station environmental team in managing environmental matters and support as required under the stations IE Licences.
* Maintain and control asbestos registers and perform the role of Asbestos Officer on both sites.
* Actively be involved in project engineering and managing projects during stations overhauls and nonrecurring/recurring projects while performing Work Controller responsibilities.
* Ensure effective operation of water treatment plants and electrochlorination plants to maintain high availability, efficiency, reliability and maintainability.
* Manage all registers for the permanent equipment of the chemical section, and “Receipt & Consumption Register” of bulk chemicals.
* Prepare chemical monitoring matrix which will include all the recommended continuous on-line and daily laboratory analysis.
Experience and Qualifications
* A Primary Degree in Chemistry or equivalent is essential.
The successful candidate will have a track record in:
* Stakeholder Management.
* Project Management.
* Substantial experience in a steam power plant or similar process industry using steam and water cycles.
* Experience in power plant environmental systems.
Location
This position will be based in Poolbeg and Dublin Bay Power sites, Dublin, Ireland with occasional travel.
Reporting To
The successful candidate will report to the Dublin Stations Assurance Manager.
Why Work with Us?
* Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net-zero carbon future.
* Progressive, hybrid working model.
* Career development through mentoring and training.
* Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
* Sports and Social Clubs.
* Networking opportunities.
* Credit Union.
* 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.
Closing Date
22nd April 2025.
Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview 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.
Inclusion and Diversity 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, recruitment@esb.ie.
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.
Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. At ESB, we support you to be your best so that you can truly make a difference.
#J-18808-Ljbffr