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ESB Networks - Apprenticeship program
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Cheers for the updates Paddy, just knowing it's finally kicking off is great
There will be no worries about not having work after completing the apprenticeship,it's more like doing a 4 year paid degree you can still apply to positions that open like they're currently hiring NTs and there's further education options too.
Lots of trades run on contract work anyway so it's a reality you'd have to get used to (Money point might provide alot of work )
it's an opportunity if anything to move about, go abroad build up your work hours in different fields
I'm "old" getting into this at 29 but I've been through college and worked a regular job and I found contracting alot more to my liking and a trade really helps that so it's a win win0 -
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There will be no worries about not having work after completing the apprenticeship,it's more like doing a 4 year paid degree you can still apply to positions that open like they're currently hiring NTs and there's further education options too.
Lots of trades run on contract work anyway so it's a reality you'd have to get used to (Money point might provide alot of work )
it's an opportunity if anything to move about, go abroad build up your work hours in different fields
I'm "old" getting into this at 29 but I've been through college and worked a regular job and I found contracting alot more to my liking and a trade really helps that so it's a win win[/quote]
29 isnt old to start an apprenticeship I wouldn't worry about that alot of companies actually prefer older apprentices .
I would say it would be alot more difficult to move into different areas vs an electrician apprenticeship alot more options to move into where a ESB apprenticeship wouldn't be able to go into . Just make sure you have a plan where you want to be in a couple of years time .0 -
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Jakeesb2020 wrote: »I rang the maldron and they said that the rates for ESB are €63 for the night or €73 with breakfast, just to let you’s know bit expensive but sure look what can you do.
Can you expense them? Does the contract say where your base is? It’s be worth asking HR.0 -
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Not much to report. Got 2 emails. 1 saying shortlisting was ongoing. Another to say shortlisting is still ongoing with an update in June. There's another esb thread which people have discussed the 2021 campaign thus far.Larryduff2018 wrote: »I got the thanks but no thanks email my friend thou has applied again this year and he hasn't heard back yet if through to next stage. He has a nice bit of electrical experience so be interesting to see how he goes.
It will be June id reckon. Its a fierce slow processThis is my second time applying. Think I've given myself a chance this year although aptitude could have gone better. Working off the assumption no news is good news atm. No electrical experience myself. Agreed it's very slow
Thanks, folks for the update, It is my brother that is applying. So I was trying to find out for him. Second time for my brother also. He banking everything on this apprenticeship. He's desperate to get in.. But sure we'll see what happens. Thanks again I appreciate the info! 0 -
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Day one down. As I wanted to hear what it was like in there I'd like to share a few points but have to keep it limited as it's private data etc and I want to do nothing to risk this place ( you will be briefed but it's basically non disclosure).Points to give to potential new recruits , if you don't have your full license do your utmost best to get it ASAP , block book , book multiple lessons with diff instructors do what you have to do ,it will come back to you greatly (covid has brought some very nice benefits but only for a while
) , to those wondering difference between ESB apprenticeships and regular ones , ESB technicians absolutely can and do become regular technicians. Our trainer explained to us that he has friends who hook up a premise and then after half 4 when they're done in ESB they go on the other side of the meter and wire it up so your twice as in demand . The training,benefits and everything else about this course are like nothing I have ever seen and I've had a pretty exceptional career from working with the rubber bandits to Metallica and touring Europe. well deserving of one of the top apprenticeships in Europe . If you can pass the aptitude you are well able for this they tested us a little on the deeper end of the 1st two years of the line work side of things and it's just understanding the difference between single and three phase ,LV/MV/HV etc . It will obviously go more in depth with time but if you have fear of not being able to do it don't take it in stride that's what the probation is for . Hang on is all I'll say the process is slow ( it was alot slower for us but completely worth the wait) the longer you wait the more chance you have that someone will get sick of it and drop out, their loss. About 3 of us including me got told no due to covid cutbacks but got in because someone else had moved on . It's slow and nail biting for sure . 5 key points are safety number one obviously , attitude , time keeping , social skills and one more I forget already I'll check notes and edit in a bit xD the amount being kept on is a higher percent than previous years too obviously with covid less numbers mean more chance but now is a fantastic time to get into ESB with the amount of work that is planned for the next couple of years. Best of luck all , you haven't been told no yet which means your probably in the top 100 of 1000s of applicants , just keep the faith what's for you won't pass you 0 -
Biffinator wrote: »Day one down. As I wanted to hear what it was like in there I'd like to share a few points but have to keep it limited as it's private data etc and I want to do nothing to risk this place ( you will be briefed but it's basically non disclosure).Points to give to potential new recruits , if you don't have your full license do your utmost best to get it ASAP , block book , book multiple lessons with diff instructors do what you have to do ,it will come back to you greatly (covid has brought some very nice benefits but only for a while ) , to those wondering difference between ESB apprenticeships and regular ones , ESB technicians absolutely can and do become regular technicians. Our trainer explained to us that he has friends who hook up a premise and then after half 4 when they're done in ESB they go on the other side of the meter and wire it up so your twice as in demand . The training,benefits and everything else about this course are like nothing I have ever seen and I've had a pretty exceptional career from working with the rubber bandits to Metallica and touring Europe. well deserving of one of the top apprenticeships in Europe . If you can pass the aptitude you are well able for this they tested us a little on the deeper end of the 1st two years of the line work side of things and it's just understanding the difference between single and three phase ,LV/MV/HV etc . It will obviously go more in depth with time but if you have fear of not being able to do it don't take it in stride that's what the probation is for . Hang on is all I'll say the process is slow ( it was alot slower for us but completely worth the wait) the longer you wait the more chance you have that someone will get sick of it and drop out, their loss. About 3 of us including me got told no due to covid cutbacks but got in because someone else had moved on . It's slow and nail biting for sure . 5 key points are safety number one obviously , attitude , time keeping , social skills and one more I forget already I'll check notes and edit in a bit xD the amount being kept on is a higher percent than previous years too obviously with covid less numbers mean more chance but now is a fantastic time to get into ESB with the amount of work that is planned for the next couple of years. Best of luck all , you haven't been told no yet which means your probably in the top 100 of 1000s of applicants , just keep the faith what's for you won't pass you
That's great to hear best of luck with it, it's good to hear that you were able to secure a position at last with them.0 -
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