Craft, Mechanical & Operational

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications from eligible candidates for Seasonal, Fixed Term and Permanent positions that may arise in the grade of General Operative Band 1 (Rural) in the West Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division.

(1) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and any works managed by the Headford Depot Area

(2) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Mayo, Roscommon, Leitrim, Sligo and any works managed by the Ballina Depot Area.

(3) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Donegal, Leitrim and any works managed by the Lifford Depot Area.

Closing Date is 5:30pm Wednesday 25th March 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Plumber in the areas within the responsibility of Historic Building Maintenance Services, Dublin.

Closing Date: 5:30pm Wednesday 1st April 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter in the Cashel sub depot in the area covered by the Mallow National Monuments District.

Closing Date: 5:30pm Thursday 2nd April 2026

Craft, mechanical and operational vacancies within the OPW are extremely varied and interesting and offer opportunities for entry-level training and highly skilled craftspeople and technicians.

Some examples include:

• General Operative Band 3
• General Operative Band 2 Excavator Driver
• General Operative Band 3 Constable
• Safety Officer
• Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter
• Craft Carpenter and Joiner
• Craft Electrician
• Craft Plumber
• Craft Gardener
• Catering and Service Assistant
• Chef

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