General Operative

Sherlock Recruitment Limited; Munster; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherlock Recruitment Limited is seeking a reliable Skilled General Operative / Groundworker for a civil project in Killarney, Co. Kerry. The role focuses on drainage, pipe laying and general groundworks activities with emphasis on safety and teamwork on-site.

Ideal applicants will have drainage experience, be familiar with manholes, trench preparation and use of basic construction tools. A Safe Pass and Manual Handling certification are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundworks or civil engineering required.
• Drainage and pipe laying experience preferred.
• Able to use basic construction tools and equipment.
• Reliable with strong teamwork and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting groundworkers with underground drainage and pipe laying.
• Installing and positioning drainage pipes.
• Assisting with manholes and inspection chambers.
• Mixing and pouring concrete for bases and surrounds.
• Using a Kango breaker for breaking concrete, kerbs and hardstanding.
• Excavation and trench preparation assistance.
• Backfilling and compacting trenches.
• Loading and unloading materials; keeping site tidy.

Skills

Groundworks

Drainage

Civil Eng

Team player

Safety mindset

Education

Safe Pass

Manual Handling

Tools

Kango breaker

Whacker plate

Basic tools

Job description

Skilled General Operative / Groundworker

Location: Killarney, Co. Kerry
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Long-term / Ongoing

Sherlock Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Skilled General Operative / Groundworker for a construction project in Killarney.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking candidate with previous groundworks experience, particularly in drainage, pipe laying and general civil engineering activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assisting groundworkers with underground drainage and pipe laying.

• Installing and positioning concrete and plastic drainage pipes.

• Assisting with the installation of manholes and inspection chambers.

• Mixing and pouring concrete for manhole bases and surrounds.

• Using a Kango breaker to break out concrete, kerbs and hardstanding.

• Assisting with excavation and trench preparation.

• Bedding, levelling and connecting drainage pipes.

• Backfilling and compacting trenches using a whacker plate.

• Installing ducting for electrical and utility services.

• Assisting with kerbs, gullies and drainage channels.

• Shovelling and moving soil, stone and hardcore.

• Loading and unloading materials and keeping the site clean and tidy.

Requirements

• Valid Safe Pass.

• Valid Manual Handling certificate.

• Previous experience in groundworks or civil engineering.

• Experience with drainage and pipe laying is highly desirable.

• Ability to use basic construction tools and equipment.

• Good work ethic and ability to work as part of a team.

• Reliable with a strong commitment to site safety.