Electrical Automation Apprentice

Background:

Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Electrical Automation Apprentice

Location: Blanchardstown, Co Dublin

Hours: 39 Hours per week

The Electrical Automation craftsperson is concerned with the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of: - electrical wiring systems and services; electrical plant and control equipment; process monitoring and control systems.

Modern process plant includes electrical, electro-mechanical, electro-pneumatic, electronic and microprocessor based systems. In order to function effectively and efficiently, the Electrical/Instrumentation craftsperson must have a broad base of technical knowledge complementary to information gathering and analytical skills.

The ability to interpret technical data and the proper use of test instruments is critical for effective system maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification and the installation/calibration of sensors, transmitting and controlling devices.

This craftsperson must maintain effective communication with colleagues, clients and equipment suppliers. Proper maintenance, and updating of job- related and equipment-related documentation is critical. All work undertaken by Electrical Instrumentation craftspersons is subject to statutory regulations governing the safety of personnel, plant, premises and the environment.

At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills:

Core Skills

Selection, procurement, safe use of, and storage of craft-related tools, equipment and materials

Selection and utilisation of fixing devices

Assessment, interpretation and implementation of ETCI wiring regulations, installation inspection and testing procedures

Utilisation of electrical test instruments

Installation of steel conduit wiring systems

Installation of plastic conduit wiring systems

Installation of steel trunking cable systems

Installation of plastic trunking cable systems

Installation of cable tray and ladder systems

Installation of industrial cable systems

Installation of sub-distribution boards and protective devices

Installation and maintenance of lighting, heating and motive power systems and controls

Installation and testing of overcurrent and earth leakage protection systems

Installation of earthing and bonding systems

Interpretation of circuit schematics and architectural drawings which incorporate IEC symbols

Interpretation of technical data and manufacturing standards

Interpretation of equipment assembly, disassembly and adjustment procedures

Completion and updating of job-related documentation; Personal Skills, Common

Skills and Specialist Skills

System fault analysis skills

Interpretation of electrical/electronic schematic diagrams

Interpretation of flow, function and ladder charts

Soldering and desoldering skills

Testing, removal and replacement of electronic components/PCBs

Installation and programming of PLC systems

Installation and calibration of sensors and transducers

Installation of electro-pneumatic systems

Installation of data communication cable systems

Analytical ability

Communications

Customer relations

Adaptability

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work independently

Initiative and Adaptability

Problem solving

Planning

Information gathering

Quality Assurance

Report Writing

Safety

Minimum Requirements

Leaving Certificate

Strong Mathematical ability

Please note:

If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.

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