ESB looking to fill 70 apprenticeship positions as application process begins

The ESB are on the lookout for new apprentices once again for their ESB Networks Apprenticeship Programme, and this year they are looking to recruit up to 70 new electrical apprentices.

The application process opened on Thursday morning and will remain open until Wednesday 14 March.

The apprentice programme offers a mixture of classroom teaching along with on-the-job experience

Speaking about the announcement, ESB Chief Executive Pat O’Doherty said: “The quality of our apprenticeship programme ensures that ESB has the skills and expertise necessary to maintain a world-leading electricity system, capable of meeting Ireland’s evolving energy needs.”

Successful apprentices obtain a QQI Advanced Level 6 Electrical Trade Certificate with a utility that serves 2.3 million domestic and business customers in Ireland.

Mr O’Doherty, who also chairs the Government’s Apprentice Council, adds: “Apprenticeships are  invaluable in developing high quality skills which are needed in a modern economy and ESB has been very well served by our investment in apprenticeships over many decades.  Irish industry and businesses can greatly benefit by the expansion of apprenticeships into other sectors of the economy.”

To apply, visit: https://www.esbnetworks.ie/careers