According to the organisation, the expansion is in part due to the rising demand for solar and energy retrofits amongst homeowners, communities and businesses.

Energy solutions provider SE Systems has plans to create up to 150 new jobs over the course of the next two years, as part of a wider growth strategy and a goal to increase annual turnover from €50m to €100m by 2030.

SE Systems, which was established in Cork in 2010 and employs 112 people, aims to help businesses, communities and homeowners in the reduction of energy use and to embrace energy efficiency through tailored end-to-end projects. According to the company, the job creation is in line with an increased demand for solar and energy retrofit schemes.

The new roles will be across a broad range of disciplines, including engineering, project management, energy services, software and digital technologies, operations, technical support and business development, creating opportunities for both experienced professionals and those entering the workforce.

The announcement was made by EU commissioner Michael McGrath at the official opening of a new SE Systems headquarters in Dublin Hill, Cork. Additionally, the expansion is underpinned by a €3m investment that aims to further develop strategic partnerships across Ireland and expand regional hubs across Clare, Donegal and Louth.

SE Systems also plans to further invest in its employees via workforce development by expanding training and adding career opportunities in partnership with educational institutions, apprenticeship providers and industry. Initiatives will include apprenticeships, graduate recruitment, professional development, upskilling programmes and new career pathways in engineering, energy management and digital technologies, the company said. 

Commenting on the announcement, co-founder and CEO of SE Systems John O’Leary said, “This expansion reflects the growing demand for practical and innovative energy efficiency solutions across Ireland. 

“Our investment in Cork, expansion in Dublin and development of partnerships nationwide will allow us to support more organisations and communities as they reduce energy costs, improve sustainability performance and transition towards a low-carbon future. The creation of 150 new jobs demonstrates our confidence in both the sector and the opportunities ahead.”

Co-founder and managing director Youenn Lowry added, “People are at the centre of our success. As we grow, we are committed not only to creating employment but also to developing the next generation of energy professionals. 

“Through apprenticeships, graduate programmes, training supports and partnerships with third-level colleges, we aim to build a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting Ireland’s future energy challenges while supporting our ambition to double turnover to €100m within three years.”

In early June, Greenvolt Next Ireland – part of Greenvolt Group, a specialist in renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sector – announced the creation of 90 new jobs, with 50 to be made available at its Waterford headquarters and the remaining 40 to be based in the UK. 

Over the next 12 months, the company plans to recruit for mid-level and senior roles including project engineers, senior project engineers, project managers and site managers.

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