Construction Supervisor, Portlaoise / Kilkenny

<p><span><span><b>Position Description</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Applications are invited for the position of Construction Supervisor (Programme &amp; Projects), Portlaoise &amp; Kilkenny, CD Central Region.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>The Construction Supervisor is responsible for managing all line and electrical construction maintenance and faults activities assigned to him/her. All of this work to be done to time, quality and budget requirements.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Key Responsibilities</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Plan work and set priorities in line with Distribution &amp; Customer Services policy and Business Rules.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Receive Construction work for the specified geographical area, with a particular focus on project and programme works associated with system improvement, continuity improvement programme and public safety</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ensure that all work is executed to agreed SLAs and standards.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Monitor on-going progress and quality of work let to External Contractors.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ensure that all team members are scheduled using IWM system in the most efficient manner possible, minimising disruptive influences.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ensure that direct reports complete all work safely, on time and to standard.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ensure that all support systems necessary to complete the work are in place and operating effectively.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Ensure that all work is recorded as necessary for Asset Management Register.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Manage and develop staff.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Manage customer relations.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Carry out quality and safety audits - staff and contractors – as per agreed audit schedule. Give  feedback on performance to staff and contractors.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Experience and Qualifications</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Essential</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Advanced Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate or Equivalent Work Experience.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Minimum 5 years relevant work experience required<b> </b></span></span></li> <li><span><span>Knowledge of Network Assets and Standards  </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Project Management  </span></span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span><span>Understands and applies the relevant Quality Management Standards </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Demonstrates knowledge of ESB Networks Safety Rules </span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Desirable</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Knowledge of ESB’s IT systems </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Knowledge of Microsoft Offices applications </span></span></li> <li><span><span>Understanding of ESB's Group policies in all dealings with staff, customers, contractors, general public etc.</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>  </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Location</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Kilkenny/ Portlaoise</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Reporting to</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Area Manager Kilkenny/ Portlaoise, Central Region </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Why ESB?</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Opportunity to lead and operate on frontline of Ireland’s transition to net zero future</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Embracing &amp; facilitating a Smart Working Future / Hybrid Working</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Career development through mentoring, and training</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Active Social &amp; Sports Clubs</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Networking opportunities</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Credit Union</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Generous Pension Contributions</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Access to Staff Well Being programmes</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Generous parents leave entitlements</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Great team environment working to our Core Values – Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted</span></span></li> <li><span><span>ESB has a comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion Programme</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Salary</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Starting from €55,000 per annum</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Closing date</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>2nd December 2024</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p><span><span><b>Note:</b> Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance