General Operative (Shift)

Role overview

We are hiring an enthusiastic and motivated General Operative / Loop General Operative (Shift) to join a Dublin-based field operations team. This is a practical, physically demanding position in a busy operational setting, supporting the installation, upkeep, and repair of intelligent transport systems (ITS) infrastructure across road networks.

You will work with a close team to help deliver safety-critical roadside and motorway technology that keeps traffic flowing safely and efficiently. The work combines installation, maintenance, civil works, reactive fault attendance, and workshop preparation tasks.

This position follows a shift schedule and requires strong attention to safety, workmanship, and customer service.

Shift pattern

• Monday to Thursday: 17:30 to 02:00
• Friday: 17:30 to 01:00

Key duties

• Install and maintain ITS and CITS equipment to a high standard.
• Carry out loop cutting, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Respond to faults and support reactive maintenance tasks within your training level.
• Assist with installation and repair work on roadside technology equipment.
• Support civil works linked to project and operational needs.
• Prepare, assemble, and test equipment in the workshop.
• Perform lamping, cleaning, inspections, and routine maintenance work.
• Complete site surveys and inspections.
• Accurately finish and return project paperwork, timesheets, job sheets, and related documents on time.
• Keep company vehicles, tools, equipment, and PPE in safe working condition.
• Support trainees, apprentices, and other team members by sharing knowledge and guidance.
• Follow company Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and Environmental procedures at all times.

Day-to-day work

• Work outdoors in live roadside and infrastructure settings.
• Support installation and maintenance activities on ITS projects and reactive jobs.
• Carry out hands-on physical tasks, including civil works and equipment installation.
• Work safely at heights and in live traffic environments.
• Follow safe systems of work and RAMS at all times.
• Organise and prepare materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles for daily work.
• Attend training sessions and toolbox talks to support development.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and operations teams to deliver project results.
• Help meet maintenance KPIs and operational targets.

Candidate profile

We are looking for someone who is reliable, motivated, professional, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a physical, outdoor role. The position also requires flexibility for shift work, standby, and callout rotas.

Essential requirements

• Experience in civils, construction, or infrastructure work.
• A full B and C driving licence.
• Experience operating machinery or plant.
• Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding role.
• Comfort working at heights.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Flexibility for shifts, standby, and callout arrangements.
• A strong commitment to safe working practices and safety awareness.
• SOLAS Safe Pass.
• A dependable, motivated, and professional attitude.

Desirable experience and training

• Electrical or electronic servicing training.
• Basic knowledge of ITS site installations.
• Abrasive Wheels training.
• CSCS Signing, Lighting & Guarding at Roadworks.
• CSCS Location of Underground Services.
• Previous work in the traffic sector or another field-based environment.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of €42,000 to €45,000.
• 20% shift allowance.
• Structured training and development support.
• Opportunity to work in a specialist ITS and transport technology environment.
• A supportive team culture and collaborative workplace.
• Company-provided PPE, tools, and equipment.
• Career growth opportunities within the business.

Additional information

Applications are reviewed as they are received, and interviews or appointments may take place before the advertised closing date. Early applications are encouraged, as submissions received after the closing date will not be considered.

Candidates must already have the right to live and work in Ireland by the start date. The employer is an equal opportunities organisation.

The role is based in Dublin 8, Ireland.

Information about personal data processing is available through the employer's privacy information for applicants.