General Maintenance Staff

Muiríosa Foundation; Ireland; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Muiriosa Foundation Ltd seeks motivated General Maintenance Staff for permanent full‑time positions across Laois & Longford/Meath/Westmeath. You will perform general repairs, upkeep of buildings, and ongoing grounds maintenance to support residents’ wellbeing.

Requirements include a relevant trade or qualification, 2–3 years in a similar role, a current safe pass, and driving licence. Apply to join a dedicated maintenance team ensuring safety and quality across sites.

Qualifications

• Holding a trade or other relevant qualification is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of general and preventative maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience within a similar role, minimum 2-3 years continuous.
• Possess a current safe pass certificate.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Experienced and skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills, including use of email and other computer systems.
• Excellent communication skills, listening and verbal skills critical to ensure required task is understood and responded to appropriately.
• Ability to be innovative and creative and work on own initiative.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time appropriately.
• Strong organisational and follow up skills.
• Have an eye for detail.
• Make decisions and have competence to provide a professional maintenance service.
• Willing to work alone as required.
• Full Current Manual Irish Driving Licence.
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide general maintenance support including repairs and upkeep of buildings.
• Involve ongoing general grounds maintenance.
• Support individuals to enable them to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
• Work as part of the Laois & Longford/Meath/Westmeath Maintenance Team.
• Ensure safety and adherence to regulations in all tasks.

Skills

Trade qualification

General maintenance

Health & Safety

Hand & power tools

IT literacy

Communication skills

Initiative

Time management

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Education

Trade or relevant qualification

Tools

Hand & power tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

LAOIS & LONGFORD/MEATH/WESTMEATH SERVICES

GENERAL MAINTENANCE STAFF

PERMANENT FULL TIME (78 Hours Per Fortnight)

We are seeking to recruit motivated, creative and energetic persons to join our Laois & Longford/Meath/Westmeath Maintenance Team. The successful candidates will provide general maintenance support including repairs, upkeep of buildings and will include ongoing general grounds maintenance. The General Maintenance Staff members provide invaluable support to the individuals within Muiriosa Foundation ensuring they can live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Informal enquiries to: Ivan Walsh 087-9020365

Requirements:

• Holding a trade or other relevant qualification is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of general and preventative maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience within a similar role, minimum 2-3 years continuous.
• Possess a current safe pass certificate.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Experienced and skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills, including use of email and other computer systems.
• Excellent communication skills, listening and verbal skills critical to ensure required task is understood and responded to appropriately.
• Ability to be innovative and creative and work on own initiative.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time appropriately.
• Strong organisational and follow up skills.
• Have an eye for detail.
• Make decisions and have competence to provide a professional maintenance service.
• Willing to work alone as required.
• Full Current Manual Irish Driving Licence.
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 17th November 2026

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