Technical Executive on SEAI Domestic Schemes

Technical Executive on SEAI Domestic Schemes

Description

As part the Government’s Climate Action Plan and the objective to retrofit approx. 500,000 homes, KSN Energy is looking for a Technical Executive to join their team.

As a member of our Technical staff you will be responsible for providing technical and administrative support during the day-to-day running of the SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) domestic grant schemes. You will be required to liaise with all stakeholders including contractors, applicants, members of the public and SEAI in relation to technical queries around the heating, insulation and retrofitting industry.

The work will involve both practical and theoretical elements, ‘hands-on’ technical understanding and experience would be an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent college graduate or a candidate looking to move from field work to an office-based environment. Full training will be provided on the role.

The successful candidate should be self-motivated and enthusiastic, with an ability to work on their own and as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in preparation of weeks/monthly reports.
• Attending weekly/monthly/quarterly meeting with the SEAI.
• Processing technical appeals
• Processing reworks
• Taking technical calls relating to inspections and clarification of queries for contractors
• Taking technical calls from applicants and members of the public
• Technical support for field based staff
• Assist in preparation of weeks/monthly reports.
• Attending weekly/monthly/quarterly meeting with the SEAI.

Essential Skills:

• 3rd Level qualification i.e., Degree and/or equivalent qualification in Construction or Engineering, or a Construction Trade qualification.
• Pleasant, friendly mannerism with an ability to work well in a team environment.
• Good computer knowledge/technological skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• An ability to interpret and capture accurate customer information.
• An ability to treat people with respect under all circumstances.
• Good powers of judgement and an ability to manage difficult customer situations.
• An ability to adapt to change in meeting the changing demands of KSN Energy/SEAI.
• Dependability; to follow instructions as well as take responsibility for their actions and also keep commitment.
• Quality management; looking for means of improving as well as promoting quality.
• A high level of motivation.

Desirable Skills:

The successful candidate will most likely have the following skills and competencies:

• 2 years relevant experience in construction/retrofit industry
• Construction trade e.g. plumbing, electrical.
• Gas and or OFTEC qualifications.
• Experience in solar thermal, solar PV, and heat pumps.
• Foreman/supervisory experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the materials of construction and building services.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good verbal, written and customer engagement skills.
• BER Building Energy Rating Qualification

Advantages to the job/why join us in KSN Energy?

• KSN Energy has a long-term interest in Ireland’s Climate Action Plan.
• KSN Energy invest in staff training and upskilling.
• Great opportunities for career growth and attaining new skills.
• 20 days annual leave plus additional company days, bank and public holidays.
• Support network in place for role.
• Wellbeing – Mental Wellbeing Support Programme.
• Staff nights out/social events
• Training/CPD/courses relevant to role.
• Membership of professional associations relevant to the role paid for by company.
• Employee Tax Saver Schemes (including Bike to Work).
• KSN Energy is an equal opportunities employer.
• Job Type: Full-time.

Salary

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