EirGrid announces recruitment of Managing Director for Offshore Wind

EirGrid is pleased to announce that it is now recruiting for a newly created Managing Director of Offshore, a senior leadership role that will play a pivotal part in Ireland’s energy transition.

Operating at the heart of Ireland’s electricity system, EirGrid ensures a safe, secure and resilient supply of power to homes, communities and businesses, while enabling the development of a cleaner, more dynamic electricity system that supports long‑term social and economic growth. 

As Ireland accelerates its move to a low‑carbon future, offshore wind will be central to achieving national climate targets for 2030 and 2040.

To support this ambition, EirGrid is establishing a dedicated offshore business to plan, develop and deliver the transmission infrastructure required to integrate offshore renewable energy at scale. 

The Managing Director – Offshore will build and lead this new business, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and joining EirGrid’s Senior Executive Leadership Team.

The role will oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of major offshore transmission projects, from early planning and consenting through to construction and long‑term asset management. With responsibility for significant capital investment, the successful candidate will engage closely with Government, regulators, developers, funders and communities, helping to shape Ireland’s offshore electricity network for decades to come.

This is a rare opportunity for an exceptional leader to play a defining role in Ireland’s energy future.

The closing date for applications is 12pm, 29 May 2026.