Current Vacancies

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

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Storekeeper Clerk Grade 1 at Historic Building Maintenance Services, based at Collins Barracks, Dublin 7.

Closing date is 5:30pm Monday 26th January 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for positions in the grade of General Operative Band 2 (Rural)/ 360° Excavator Driver in the OPW’s South West Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division.

(Seasonal, Fixed Term & Permanent Positions) at

(1) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Limerick, Clare, Tipperary and any works managed by the Mungret Depot Area

(2) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Kerry, Cork and any works managed by the Listowel Depot Area.

(3) Arterial Drainage Maintenance and Construction Services Division in Counties Galway, Tipperary and any works managed by the Portumna Depot Area.

Closing date is 5.30pm Monday 26 January 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Park Constable - General Operative Band 3 (Dublin) for locations in the Dublin area.

Closing Date is 5:30pm Thursday 29th January 2026

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.

Closing Date is 5:30pm Friday 30th January 2026

Would you like to work in one of Ireland’s prestigious heritage sites? The Office of Public Works is currently seeking enthusiastic people to join our dedicated Guiding team. Our Guides represent the public face of the OPW, showcasing Ireland’s most important heritage sites. The Guide Service plays a vital role in conserving and presenting selected sites and ensuring the safety and enjoyment of the visitors.

For more information and how to apply see below:

Closing date for applications is 5.00pm Thursday 5th February 2026

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Construction Plant Fitter on a Fixed Term Contract in the West Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance & Construction Service, Foxford Road, Ballina, Co Mayo

Closing Date: 5:30pm Friday 6th February 2026

OPW Human Resource Management (Operational) provides general information which may be of benefit to interviewees who may be preparing for OPW interviews.

The information may be accessed by clicking on the following links:

The Public Appointments Service (PAS) provides general information which may be of benefit to interviewees who may be preparing for OPW promotion interview.