{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Engineers Ireland Amplified","title":"Engineering's Future: Safety and Talent","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2482,"description":"Ireland's energy transition demands a new calibre of engineering leadership and talent to secure its critical infrastructure for the future. The challenge is not just technical; it is about cultivating a culture of safety, innovation, and diverse perspectives across the sector.\nThis episode explores the pivotal role of engineers in making high-stakes decisions, transforming safety from a rule to a core value, and addressing the persistent gender imbalance in the industry. Learn how a varied background and holistic thinking are key to solving the complex problems of tomorrow, from power generation to the energy demands of artificial intelligence.\nJoining us is Majella Henchion, Technical Capability Manager at ESB, a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of Engineers Ireland. Majella shares her three decades of experience, transitioning from managing iconic sites like Turlough Hill to leading the strategic recruitment of the next generation of engineers.\nTHINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT\nOvercoming professional imposter syndrome.\nManaging high-risk power plant operations.\nMaking safety a deeply human value.\nWhy engineering needs more women.\nDeveloping future holistic engineering talent.\nGUEST DETAILS\nMajella Henchion is the Technical Capability Manager at ESB, responsible for ensuring the utility possesses the personnel required to drive the energy transition. A Chartered Engineer and Fellow of Engineers Ireland, her career spans three decades in pivotal leadership roles. Her key achievements include managing the Turlough Hill pumped storage station and leading critical safety assurance programmes.\nConnect with Majella:\nWebsite: https://www.esb.ie\nSocial Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majellahenchion/?originalSubdomain=ie\nMORE INFORMATION\nLooking for ways to explore or advance a career in the field of engineering? Visit Engineers Ireland to learn more about the many programs and resources on offer. https://www.engineersireland.ie/   \nEngineers Ireland Amplified is produced by...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/yT1HKVBRO-_0Tw5LD-gGV6EOyCLdCro-cFnWSlmkksA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMjUz/ODU1M2Y5NWViNTE3/Njc1NjAzZTgxMjY0/YjZlMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}