The Rail Accident Investigation Unit (RAIU) is an independent investigation unit within the

Department of Transport. It is responsible for the investigation of accidents or incidents on

the national railway; the DART; the LUAS and Heritage railways.

The RAIU's investigations are carried out in accordance with the Railway Safety Directive

(EU) 2016/798. The purpose of an investigation is to improve railway safety by establishing,

in so far as possible, the cause or causes of an accident with a view to making

recommendations for the avoidance of accidents in the future.

The RAIU currently has a vacancy for a Senior Investigator - Mechanical (at Engineer Grade

I level). This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and committed individual with the

relevant qualifications and experience to carry out purposeful work in supporting the vital

work of the RAIU.

Reporting to the Chief Investigator, the role of Senior Investigator-Mechanical will involve the

investigation of railway occurrences in the State. Full details of the role, including specific

eligibility requirements, is available on www.publicjobs.ie.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday 18 th June 2026.

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine

grounds of the Employment Equality Act.