Craft, Mechanical & Operational

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

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

There are currently two permanent positions to be filled, both of which are to be based at the Charles Fort Sub Depot, Co. Cork.

Closing date is 5:30pm on Wednesday, 4th June 2025

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Storekeeper Clerk in Charge in the Trim National Monuments District. This position will be based at the Trim National Monuments Depot, Newtown, Trim, Co. Meath.

Closing date for applications is 5:30pm on Thursday 5th June 2025

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Plumber in the areas within the responsibility of Building Maintenance Services, Dublin. This competition is open to all candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria.

Closing date for applications is 5:30pm Thursday 19th June 2025

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Electrician in Building Maintenance Services, based in the Dublin area.

Closing date for applications is 5:30pm Thursday 19th June 2025

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