Civil Service General, Professional and Technical Positions

Civil service roles can include a wide variety of positions. Some examples include Engineers, Ecologists, Architects, Administrators and Senior Managers. Staff in these roles help shape public policy and design and deliver key projects for the State.

All civil service jobs are advertised on the central government Public Appointments Service (PAS) website.

You can register on the Public Jobs website to receive email notifications of posts, and candidates are asked to apply online through the Public Jobs website.

For a full list of competitions currently advertised by the Office of Public Works, please see Current Vacancies .

Working as an Engineer for the Office of Public Works (OPW) can provide the opportunity to get involved with fantastic new builds, vital flood relief schemes, large-scale public infrastructure projects and refurbishments. If you have a desire to serve the public with your engineering skills, then a career with the OPW might be for you.

The OPW’s Engineers are at the forefront of our national infrastructure development.

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is the lead agency in coordinating flood risk management policy, the flood relief capital programme and the technical assessment of coastal change risks in Ireland.

The OPW now requires Engineers Grade III (Civil) to support its flood risk management programme. This is an exciting opportunity for Civil Engineers to join an organisation dedicated to supporting staff to realise their full potential with access to professional development opportunities and career progression.

Vacancies currently exist in OPW’s offices in Trim, Co. Meath. A panel will be formed from this competition to fill future vacancies that are likely to arise across OPW’s Flood Risk Management Services regional offices in Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Sligo, Westmeath and Wexford.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements, is available on www.publicjobs.ie.

The closing date is 3:00pm Thursday 8th January 2026.

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is the lead agency in coordinating flood risk management policy, the flood relief capital programme and the technical assessment of coastal change risks in Ireland.

The Office of Public Works (OPW) now requires additional staff at Mechanical Engineering Technician Grade I level in its Mechanical Engineering Field Services Section to support the flood risk management programme.

Vacancies currently exist in Newtown, Trim, Co. Meath, Headford, Co. Galway and Mungret, Co. Limerick. A panel will be formed from this competition to fill current and future vacancies that may arise in these locations.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements, is available on www.publicjobs.ie

Closing date is 3pm Thursday 8th January 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is a key service provider to the Government managing the Government’s estate portfolio, maintaining and presenting Ireland’s built heritage and managing Ireland’s flood risk.

Some of the most recognisable properties in the country are held by the OPW, having one of the largest and most diverse property portfolios, ranging from important buildings such as Dublin Castle to Garda stations and Government offices. Property Maintenance Services is responsible for the maintenance and restoration of OPW property.

The OPW is now recruiting for a suitably qualified and committed individual to take up the role of District Inspector in its Property Maintenance Services.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements is available on publicjobs.ie

Closing date is 3pm Thursday 8th January 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is a key service provider to the Government managing the Government’s estate portfolio and maintaining and presenting Ireland’s built heritage.

The Portfolio Planning Unit is a key part of the Property Management section within OPW’s Estate Management Division. A vacancy now exists for a suitably experienced and committed individual to take up the role of Portfolio Planner at Assistant Principal Officer level, to join this Unit.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements is available on www.publicjobs.ie.

Closing date is 3pm Thursday 22nd January 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) manages over 2,000 buildings spread over 1,700 properties throughout the country, along with some of the most recognisable properties in the country. The OPW is committed to providing a first -class service to its clients and to the many public users who experience the buildings and the environments that it creates. It promotes quality design in architecture through the delivery of projects on time, within budget, to the highest quality, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders.

OPW architectural staff provide design, project management, conservation, maintenance, procurement and advisory services for Government, State Agencies' and cultural institutions building and property needs.

Full details of the role, including specific eligibility requirements, is available on www.publicjobs.ie.

Closing date is 3pm Thursday 22nd January 2026