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Construction Plant Fitter - B/W Licence

Office of Public Works HQ
Ref: #JOB-2390889
Trim, Co. Meath,
No of positions: 1
Paid Position
39 hours per week
788.67 - 949.64 Euro Weekly
Published On: 08 May 2025
Closing On: 21 May 2025

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In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for the position of Construction Plant Fitter in the East Region Arterial Drainage Maintenance & Construction Service, Trim, Co Meath.

Competition Reference: 2025/037

Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date)
An Advanced Certificate in the Craft of Construction Plant Fitter;
(or equivalent Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications)**;

Irish or Foreign qualification (deeded in a similar field of study) recognised as equivalent to the above qualifications on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
Note: Apprenticeship served in the above, evidence of craft and exams completed successfully will be necessary and copies should be submitted with your application.
Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience (post qualification);
A full, clean and current driving licence, category B & W and use of own transport;
Note: * (1) If your Irish driving licence is restricted to driving cars with an automatic transmission only (denoted by the code 78 appearing on the licence), you are not eligible. (2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland. It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged. It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK/NI licence for an Irish driving licence. Further information available on: www.ndls.ie

A current Safepass card;
Note:** Where a current safe pass card is not available, proof of successful completion of the Safe Pass Course prior to the closing date will be accepted.

Desirable Eligibility Requirement:
Hold a CSCS Card/QQI Certification for 360o excavator;

If you are interested in being considered for the above position and are satisfied that you meet the criteria as outlined above, please complete an Application Form.

The closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms is 5:30pm on Wednesday, 21st May 2025. Applications received after this time will not be considered for the competition.

Please be advised we do not accept C.V's

The OPW is an equal opportunities employer and we value equality, diversity and inclusion and we recognise the benefits it can bring to the OPW and enhance staff and visitor experiences. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please email recruitment@opw.ie.

Please note that canvassing will disqualify.