General Operative

Ashgrove Renewables; Mallow; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company pension

Performance related bonus

Bike to Work scheme

Onsite parking

Employee Discounts

Company Paid Leave

Further educational support, training

Sports and Social events

Job summary

Ashgrove Renewables in Ireland is seeking an experienced General Operative to join our growing team. You will perform snagging, finishing, and minor repairs on domestic energy upgrade projects delivered under SEAI schemes, with a strong focus on safety and quality.

The role requires attention to detail, travel within Munster, and the ability to collaborate with Scheduling, QA and Logistics. A hands-on, proactive communicator with fundamentals in building trades is essential.

Qualifications

• Min. 2 years experience in a construction trade.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Basic understanding of SEAI energy upgrade works.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Fluent English, verbal and written.
• Willingness to travel within Munster.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site snagging, finishing, and minor repairs on domestic energy upgrade projects.
• Operate hand tools and basic machinery safely.
• Liaise with project managers, QA, and internal teams.
• Log job updates in the CRM system.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and professionalism on site.
• Travel as required within Munster.

Skills

Construction experience

Electrical awareness

CSCS card

Driving licence

Fluent English

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

About Ashgrove Renewables

Ashgrove Renewables is one of Ireland’s longest-established renewable energy specialists, delivering a range of sustainable energy-efficient solutions to homeowners and businesses nationwide for over 25 years. A trusted SEAI-registered contractor and One Stop Shop partner, Ashgrove supports a diverse client base, providing both single-measure installations, and end-to-end energy upgrade solutions. We also support a wide range of grant schemes, including CEG, One Stop Shop and the Vacant & Derelict Housing schemes.

The Role

Due to continuous expansion, we are seeking an experienced General Operative to join our growing team.

Within this role, you will carry out high-quality snagging, finishing, and minor repair works on domestic properties that have undergone energy efficiency upgrades under the SEAI Home Upgrade Schemes.

This role requires strong attention to detail, a broad set of trade skills and an awareness of Building regulations is of paramount importance along with compliance with the SEAI requirements. Working in conjunction with our Scheduling, Quality and Logistics departments, we will require a proactive and clear communicator, able to work on own initiative and prioritise own workload.

This roles requires flexibility to travel within Munster predominantly.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive level of service to our customers on-site, which may include, but is not limited to, snagging, minor carpentry, plastering, breaking out concrete, blocking fireplaces, installing attic insulation, patching plasterboard, etc.
• Operate hand tools and basic machinery safely and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, QA and internal departments.
• Monitor and report any issues with company equipment or site conditions.
• Observe and comply with all lawful instructions, rules, regulations and policies.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and professionalism on site.
• Log and file job update reports on our CRM software.
• Any other reasonable and relevant duties as requested by your Manager, necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

Requirements

• Min. 2 years experience in a construction trade.
• Some electrical experience is advantageous but not essential.
• A CSCS Mobile Scaffolding Card is strongly desirable but not essential.
• Basic understanding of SEAI energy upgrade works - these measures include wall insulation, attic insulation, heat pumps, solar PV, windows, doors, floor insulation and mechanical ventilation.
• Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling.
• Confident problem solver with a hands-on approach.Basic understanding of renewable energy systems (training will be provided).
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills or gain industry certificates as deemed necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluent English (verbal and written).
• Full clean driving licence.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone
• Competitive salary commensurate with your experience
• Company Pension
• Performance related bonus
• Bike to Work scheme
• Onsite parking
• Employee Discounts
• Company Paid Leave
• Further educational support, training and development opportunities
• Sports and Social events and activities