Entegro Creates 100 New Jobs in Westport as Fibre Network Firm Expands Operations
Entegro, one of Ireland's leading fibre network infrastructure companies, has announced the creation of 100 new jobs at its Westport headquarters, in a significant boost for the west of Ireland economy that brings the company's total workforce to over 600 and confirms its position as one of the most important employers in County Mayo.
Background
Entegro was founded in Westport in 2009 and has grown to become one of the leading fibre network infrastructure companies in Ireland and the United Kingdom. The company designs, builds, and maintains fibre optic networks for telecommunications operators, utilities, and other clients, and it has been a major beneficiary of the surge in demand for fibre broadband infrastructure that has accompanied the rollout of high-speed broadband across Ireland and Britain.
Key Developments
Entegro announced on July 23rd that it is creating 100 new jobs at its Westport headquarters, bringing the company's total workforce to over 600. The new roles span a range of functions, including engineering, project management, operations, and support services. The announcement was welcomed by IDA Ireland, which has been supporting Entegro's growth through its regional development programmes. The Minister for Enterprise also welcomed the announcement, noting that it is exactly the kind of high-quality employment that the government is seeking to attract and retain in regional Ireland.
Why It Matters
The Entegro announcement matters because it is a concrete example of the kind of high-quality employment that the government is seeking to attract to regional Ireland. The jobs being created are well-paid, skilled positions that offer long-term career prospects, and they are being created in a town that has the quality of life and the community infrastructure to support a growing workforce.
Local Impact
For Westport and County Mayo, the Entegro announcement is a significant economic boost. The company is already one of the largest employers in the town, and the addition of 100 new jobs will have a multiplier effect on the local economy, supporting additional employment in retail, hospitality, and services.
What's Next
Entegro will begin the recruitment process for the 100 new positions immediately, with the company expecting to fill the majority of the roles by the end of 2026. Further expansion is planned for 2027, with the company targeting a total workforce of 800 by the end of that year.
