Craft Carpenter & Joiner

Office of Public Works HQ; Dromahair; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ireland is seeking a qualified Craft Carpenter & Joiner with at least 3 years of experience. The position involves working in various areas, including Dromahair and surrounding counties. Candidates must have an advanced certificate in carpentry & joinery and a clean driving license. Applications should be submitted via email by December 12, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a craft carpenter & joiner.
• Valid, clean driving licence, minimum category B.
• Successful completion of Safe Pass Course.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry and joinery tasks for various projects in the National Monuments District.
• Collaborate with team on construction and renovation projects.

Skills

Carpentry and Joinery

Apprenticeship completion

Driving license (Category B)

Safe Pass certification

Education

Advanced certificate in carpentry & joinery

Job description

Application Details

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

Job Description

The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Carpenter & Joiner in the areas within the responsibility of the Dromahair National Monuments District. The district covers Counties Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo, Roscommon and Longford, with a main depot in Dromahair and sub‑depots in Letterkenny (Co. Donegal), Carrowmore (Co. Sligo), Boyle (Co. Roscommon) and Foxford (Co. Mayo).

Eligibility and Requirements

• An advanced certificate in the craft of carpentry & joinery (or equivalent Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications). Irish or foreign qualification recognised as equivalent on the Irish NFQ.
• Evidence of apprenticeship or successful completion of craft exams, with copies submitted with the application.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a craft carpenter & joiner post‑qualification.
• A full, clean and current driving licence, minimum category B & W, and a current Safepass card (categories 1,2A).
• If your Irish driving licence is restricted to automatic cars (code 78) or if you hold a UK/NI licence that is no longer valid for driving in Ireland, you must exchange it for an Irish licence before applying.
• Proof of successful completion of the Safe Pass Course if you do not currently hold a Safe Pass card.

Please submit your application form and required documentation by email to [e-mail]. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5:30 pm on Friday, 12 December 2025. We do not accept CVs.

Career Level

Not Required