Driver

2 days ago

Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland Office of Public Works Full time

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The Office of Public Works invites applications from eligible candidates for the position of Driver/General Operative Band 2 (Rural) in the Hydrometric Section. The position is a Fixed Term Contract appointment and will be based at the Hydrometric Section, Hebron, Kilkenny.

Pay information

This range is provided by Office of Public Works. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities
  • Maintaining and inspecting all monitoring infrastructure and equipment operated by the Hydrometric Section;
  • Assisting the Engineering Technician with flow measurement, surveying and calibration checks at gauging stations;
  • Carrying out routine maintenance at gauging station installations, including painting, grass cutting, cleaning of stilling wells and staff gauge replacement;
  • Carrying out improvement work at gauging station installations, including organisation of site work, carpentry and building work, in accordance with the work programme and ISO 9001:2015;
  • Undertaking construction and installation of new hydrometric and meteorological monitoring stations;
  • Driving and looking after the official vehicle; loading and unloading equipment and materials;
  • Procuring and collecting material required for works;
  • Carrying out activities in line with Hydrometric Section safety systems including preparation of Job Safety Plans (JSPs), with reference to Safety Policies, Activity Risk Assessments, Station Risk Assessments and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs);
  • Maintain ISO records and communications, as required;
  • Carrying out other duties which are considered appropriate to the grade.
Qualifications and requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in construction activities;
  • A current full, clean driving licence – including category B, BE & W;
  • A current Safe Pass Card;
  • Experience, training and qualifications in the areas of work required to be undertaken by a General Operative;

Notes: If your Irish driving licence is restricted to automatic transmission only (code 78), you are not eligible. From 1 January 2021, residents with a UK/NI driving licence must exchange for an Irish licence to be legally allowed to drive in Ireland. Further information available on: Where a current Safe Pass card is not available, proof of successful completion of the Safe Pass Course prior to the closing date will be accepted.

Role requirements
  • Demonstrate flexibility and mobility, consistent with the needs of the service;
  • Contribute to and maintain a good team spirit and an effective team-working environment;
  • Remain calm under pressure when effectively dealing with incidents;
  • Make sound judgments in emergency situations;
  • Work on own initiative while being an effective part of a larger team;
  • Apply excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a professional, courteous manner when dealing with colleagues, management and the public;
  • Carry out work in an efficient and safe manner in accordance with supervisor/manager directions and Health and Safety requirements;
  • Be physically capable of meeting the full range of the position's requirements;
  • Co-operate with the introduction of new work practices and technology (e.g., tablets, smartphones, vehicle tracking, electronic information circulation incl. location reporting).
  • Attend and achieve the required standard in induction training and other health & safety courses as required by the OPW.
Employment details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Temporary
  • Job function: General Business
  • Industries: Government Administration

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