Expert Panel Member (Gas)

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (the CRU) invites applications for suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the Panel of Experts. The CRU is responsible for regulating gas installers in Ireland with respect to safety. The CRU carries out this function through the Registered Gas Installer (RGI) statutory regulatory scheme. The CRU is establishing a Panel of subject matter experts to review applications from people seeking to join the RGI scheme with relevant non-Irish professional qualifications. In appointing members of the Panel, the CRU must be satisfied members have:Relevant work experience related to Ireland’s downstream natural gas/LPG industryKnowledge/experience of Irish vocational training qualifications – particularly apprenticeships – plumbing, refrigeration, gas fitting, electricalWorking knowledge of relevant gas standards, codes of practice and international best practice in the gas industryCommitment to confidentiality and public safety.Term of AppointmentA member of the Panel shall hold office for a period of one year from the date of appointment and be eligible for reappointment for an additional one year period.LocationIt is expected that meetings will take place every 2 months either virtually via MS Teams or at the Commission for Regulation of Utilities’ (CRU’s) offices in Tallaght, Dublin 24. The decision as to whether meetings take place virtually or in person, will be at the CRU’s discretion. Remuneration€ per application processed. It is estimated that there will be approximately 3-5 applications per quarter. Meetings: Full day € per meeting plus reasonable expenses at Civil Service Rates, where meetings take place at the CRU’s office. It is estimated that the Panel will take place every 2 months.Half day€ per meeting plus reasonable expenses at Civil Service Rates, where meetings take place at the CRU’s office. It is estimated that the Panel will take place every 2 months.The Candidate Key RequirementsEssential Criteria:1. Relevant work experience related to Ireland’s downstream natural gas/LPG industry 2. Knowledge/experience of Irish vocational training qualifications – particularly apprenticeships – plumbing, refrigeration, gas fitting, electrical3. Working knowledge of relevant gas standards, codes of practice and international best practice in the gas industryDesirable Criteria:1. Strong working knowledge of the RGI scheme2. Knowledge/experience of EEA member states’ and/or third country vocational training qualifications and standards, especially relating to gas, plumbing or refrigeration3. Knowledge/experience of professional or academic recognition4. Previous experience of advising on gas installation sectors, for example as a subject matter expert5. Experience of working to specific deadlines to deliver on detailed high-level frameworks6. Previous experience in the regulatory and/or public sector.Application Process:Please note, the CRU have engaged Cpl as a data processor to assist the CRU with this recruitment competition. In line with CRU’s data retention policy information collected by Cpl will be kept for 12 months after the conclusion of the competition.In order to apply for this opportunity, candidates must submit the application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications. The application from can be found here - As part of the application form candidates will be required to upload a C.V. and Cover Letter which clearly demonstrates how you meet the ‘essential criteria’ of the roleThe deadline for applications is Monday, 15th January , 12pm (to be received not later than 12 pm).Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend for interview between week commencing 29 January and week commencing 05 February . Candidates must have continued eligibility to legally work in Ireland. If we invite you to interview and you have access needs, please notify us at so that appropriate arrangements can be made. CRU does not reimburse any costs/expenses incurred by the candidate during any part of the interview process. The CRU Recruitment Privacy Notice sets out how we protect the privacy rights of those applying for positions with CRU and can be found on the Careers page on the CRU Website( style="font-size: 14px;">), or alternatively you can contact who will arrange for this to be sent directly to you.