Talent Acquisition Specialist
About the role
Join Us
Bord Gáis Energy has been powering the nation’s homes and businesses for 50 years. Today we are evolving from a utility supplier to a total energy solutions provider – combining trusted gas and electricity expertise with a growing portfolio of net zero products and services. We are at the forefront of Ireland’s energy transition strengthening energy security and helping customers moves to a low carbon future. Ardrar Ltd, recently acquired by Bord Gáis Energy (part of Centrica plc), is scaling rapidly as a leading provider of solar solutions across Ireland.
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business, leveraging the strength of an established and trusted brand, Bord Gáis Energy, in the Irish market, backed by an international energy group (Centrica Plc).
Your Team (Ardrar Ltd – A Bord Gáis Energy Company)
Ardrar Ltd, part of the Bord Gáis Energy family, is one of Ireland’s fastest-growing providers of smart, sustainable energy solutions. We combine the agility of a rapidly scaling, technology-led business with the strength and reach of an established brand and energy leader in the Irish market
Employment Terms
This role is employed by Ardrar Ltd, which operates under separate terms and conditions to Bord Gáis Energy. Together we’re helping homes, farms and businesses cut costs, reduce emissions, and transition to cleaner energy.
The Role
Ardrar Ltd, trading as Bord Gáis Energy, and part of the Centrica Group, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support the next phase of transformation as we accelerate our transition to a more sustainable energy future.
What you’ll be doing
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will support end to end recruitment activities, primarily focused on sourcing, screening, and coordinating skilled trades and subcontractor resources. You will play a key role in keeping recruitment moving at pace by owning candidate coordination, compliance, and recruitment administration, while also getting hands on with sourcing, events, and stakeholder engagement.
This is a full time temporary role, offered on an initial 9 month contract, with the potential to be extended or made permanent for the right candidate.
Key Accountabilities
Support end to end recruitment activities for crews, subcontractors, and operational roles
Proactively source candidates via databases, referrals, direct outreach, and industry lists
Screen candidates and coordinate interviews with hiring managers
Act as a confident point of contact for candidates, including tradespeople and subcontractors
Coordinate and support recruitment days, supplier engagement events, and workforce campaigns
Coordinate and attend recruitment trade shows and industry events
Support end to end planning and execution of recruitment events, including logistics, candidate engagement, and follow up
Liaise with suppliers and partners to ensure recruitment demand is met
Manage and develop strong stakeholder relationships, including close collaboration with UK based partners
Support contract issuing, onboarding, and compliance checks
Maintain accurate recruitment records, trackers, and reporting
Handle general recruitment administration including inbox management, scheduling, and document tracking
Ensure a positive, professional candidate experience at all stages
Skills & Experience
Here’s what we’re looking for
Experience in recruitment coordination, recruitment administration, or a junior recruiter role
Confidence dealing with tradespeople, subcontractors, and busy operational stakeholders
Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Experience supporting high volume or operational recruitment is an advantage
Personal Attributes
A “can do” attitude is non negotiable
Confident, resilient, and comfortable picking up the phone
Comfortable dealing with strong personalities
Proactive, adaptable, and solutions focused
Team player who is happy to support wherever needed
Why should you apply?
This is your chance to shape Ireland’s clean energy future. You’ll work in a fast-growing business, collaborate with top talent, and accelerate your development every step of the way. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business with the backing of a national energy leader with a trusted heritage brand, Bord Gáis Energy is part of Centrica plc, a leading international energy and services company. Benefit from the scale, investment, and expertise of the Bord Gáis Energy / Centrica Group.
Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
Pay: €35,000.00-€45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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