At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.
Why not be part of a progressive team, that's delivering for its community.
Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.
Caretaker Operative
Castlebar, Co. Mayo
Post Details
* Specific Purpose Contract 39 hours per week
* Reference Number 2025-247
Application Process
* Please apply with a current C.V.
* Closing Date - November 13th, 2025
* For further enquiries, please contact: Helen Gibbons, Facilities Co-Ordinator Tel: 087-1011070
Additional Information
Please note that panels may be formed from this competition to fill similar posts within the organisation.
Job Brief
The Caretaker General Operative will assist the Facilities Department in maintaining a clean, safe and well-functioning environment across Western Care Association's premises. The role includes general operational support duties, ensuring buildings are maintained to high standards in line with health & safety and regulatory requirements providing a functional environment for staff, people supported and visitors.
Salary Scales
Pay Scale Range €29,637 to €36,690 per annum
* this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per week
Mandatory Requirements
* Full driver's license is essential.
* All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and Reference checks.
* Applicants from countries outside the E.U. must provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland. This documentation must be submitted with the application.
* Applicants who have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 18 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.
Employment Benefits
* Competitive Salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales
* Pension and Life Insurance Scheme
* Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement
* Flexible working arrangements where feasible
* Premium payments, including anti-social hours payments on residential rosters
* Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support
* Bike-to-Work Scheme
* Sick pay scheme
Health
Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service
full job descriptions available by emailing hr@westerncare.com
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