Skilled Construction General Operatives – Full-Time Position
Location: South East of Ireland
Company: Encon
Encon are currently recruiting for a Skilled Construction General Operatives to join our growing team.
As a leading Building Retrofit & Renewables Contractor in the South and South East of Ireland, Encon deliver a wide variety of projects across the New Build sector, Domestic & Commercial Retrofit, and Commercial Façades. With a strong and secure pipeline of work, we offer genuine job security and excellent opportunities for career progression.
If you are driven, career-focused, and looking to join a dynamic company at the forefront of Ireland's energy retrofitting revolution, we encourage you to apply.
General Operatives – Key Responsibilities
* Carry out daily tasks as directed by the Site Supervisor.
* Ensure compliance with building standards, regulations, and Encon's quality requirements.
* Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and procedures.
* Use materials, tools, and equipment safely and effectively.
* Support building and retrofit projects across the South East region.
Requirements:
* Experience in construction, retrofitting, or general labouring preferred.
* Own tools and transport desirable.
* Strong work ethic and ability to work on multiple project types.
* Must have English.
* Full clean driving licence an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
This full-time role is based across multiple projects across the Region.
* Fit out, slabbing, doors, and windows.
* Install flooring and complete second-fix carpentry.
* Assist with site installations and finishing works.
* Carry out refurbishment work.
* Perform general operative duties where required.
* Work in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
* Support general maintenance, cleaning, and operational tasks.
* Flexibility to work across different locations as needed.
Requirements:
* Strong construction skills essential.
* Experience with carpentry, waste water plumbing, painting is a distinct advantage.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Must have English.
* Full clean driving licence required.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive weekly salary, negotiable based on experience.
* Paid weekly via EFT.
* Opportunity to work within a stable and growing company.
* Exposure to a wide variety of project types and professional skill development.
Hours of Work
* Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
* Full-time, on-site role.
Join Encon
If you are motivated, dependable, and ready to be part of a team leading the transition toward more energy-efficient and sustainable buildings, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of Encon's exciting journey toward a greener future.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €18.50-€22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Are you able to work as part of a team and also on your own initiative?
* Do you have sufficient English to follow instructions and communicate clearly on site?
* Do you have your own basic tools for the role?
* Full licence driver
Experience:
* Construction: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Safepass Card (required)
* Manual Handling Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Encon - GO