Traction, Telecoms and Project Electricians

  • Locations: Dublin (Fairview, Inchicore, Connolly) & Kildare (Hazelhatch)
  • Salary: €61k-€68K (Additional allowances applicable, also Shift Salaries of up to €80k+ applicable for some roles dependent on training & experience)
  • Contract Hours: Average of 48-hours per week
  • Contract Duration: Fixed Term leading to permanency
  • Annual Leave Entitlement: 20 days per annum, rising to 26 based on service.
    (Additional 5 days for Shift Electricians)
  • Training: Provide professional rail and safety specific training through our own training department and some specialised external providers, giving you the opportunity to build on your current skills and knowledge while attaining certification, qualifications and competence in specialist areas
  • *Additional Entitlements: Pension, Welfare Scheme, Credit Union, Further Education Assistance, Talent Development Programmes, Phone, Opportunities for career progression, Free/ discounted Bus and Rail, Irish Ferries and Rail in UK and some European countries, Employee discounts across various sectors, Food, Health & Fitness, Retail, Tech, and much more

*Some entitlements dependent on employment status and length of service.


Iarnród Éireann is building for a future which will see the role of our rail services maximised in meeting the transport needs of the communities we serve, and the wider economy and environment.

With major investment programmes in the maintenance, renewal and upgrading of our infrastructure, this is an exciting opportunity for electricians looking to progress a career in the railway industry and to help in the safe and efficient provision of railway services across the country.

Irish Rail are seeking motivated and safety-focused Electricians to join our team in the areas of Traction, Telecoms and Projects - 

  • Traction Electricians will support the DART electrified rail network. As a Traction Electrician, you will play a vital role in maintaining, inspecting, fault-finding, and repairing the high voltage traction power systems and associated electrical infrastructure to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the DART network
  • Telecoms Electricians - Currently upgrading and expanding its fibre backbone and communication systems to ensure a high-capacity network infrastructure to meet the day to day demands of Irish Rail
  • Project Electricians – Multi-disciplined team carrying out project works in the eastern region. Also supporting maintenance teams in the area.

Essential Requirements:

  • National Craft Certificate (Electrical) or equivalent to NFQ level 6 or higher. (Provision of Craft Certificate required prior to interview)
  • Have good working knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and the Construction Industry Regulations
  • Be able to demonstrate skills in installation and testing of electrical systems and sub systems
  • Have experience working in a highly regulated environment
  • Hold a full clean driver’s licence

Desirable:

  • Have experience working in or knowledge of railway infrastructure would be an advantage
  • Experience working with High Voltage (HV) Power Systems (For Traction Vacancies)

The selection process includes on-line application, competency-based interviewing, pre-employment medical examination, provision of craft certificate, and reference checking.    Please note candidates may be shortlisted based on a review of submitted application and CV. 

Please note a panel of candidates may also be created for the same or similar roles that become available in the future. 


If you are interested in the campaign, please submit your application by clicking on the “Apply Now” button below.

Applications close on 18th November.

Join our Team.


If any applicants have special requirement, please advise when forwarding your application/CV. 


At Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion in all that we do.  This starts with how we recruit people. It is important to us that all individuals feel welcome to join our organisation and we take great care to ensure an even playing field for all.

We will strive to provide reasonable accommodation to all candidates where required and requested.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability. If any applicants have special requirements, please advise the RU Resource Planning Team when forwarding your application.

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