The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for permanent, fixed term and seasonal positions that may arise at the grade ofGeneral Operative Band 3 (Dublin)in the Phoenix Park, Dublin.Competition Reference: 2026/010Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date):A full, clean and current driving licence, category B&W;*Current Safe Pass Card.**Note:* (1) If your Irish driving licence is restricted to driving cars with an automatic transmission only (denoted by the code 78 appearing on the licence), you are not eligible.(2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland. It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged. It is vital that you have a valid driving licence and that you are legally allowed to drive in Ireland by exchanging a UK/NI licence for an Irish driving licence. Further information available on: Note:** 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.Responsibilities and Principal Duties of a General Operative Band 3 (Dublin)Note:The following list, which is not exhaustive, sets out the broad range of duties that may be required of a General Operative Band 3 (Dublin). Variances in the requirements of individual posts will reflect the management and operational requirements of individual sites and areas of work.Working on restoration and conservation works;Assisting and working with all craft grades as deemed appropriate to your contract in undertaking works.Drive and operate vehicles and other site machinery as required by management including ride on and pedestrian lawn mowers, tractors and associated machinery, small hydraulic excavators and dumpers;Undertaking landscape and general maintenance duties as required e.g. grass cutting, mowing lawns, stimming, weeding, weed-killing, scuffling/hoeing, sweeping, cutting hedges, removing graffiti and weeds from building facade, clean shores, or any works appropriate to your contract, etc.Operate light equipment to include: Leaf blowers, knap sac sprayers, hedge trimmers, and other light equipment to undertake general parks/garden maintenance;To operate chainsaws and assist with arboriculture works; ( training provided)To operate an access platform; (training provided )To assist Gardeners with the implementation of floral and horticultural features in the Gardens/Parks;Preparation and clearance of exhibitions and furniture moving; etc.Undertake Site Inspections and Security duties, to include opening and closing site, gate duty, grounds patrol duty and event security; monitoring visitor activity on site; ensure and report to supervisor/manager on the security and protection of the site and monument;Cleaning of monuments, walk-ways and site area/buildings (including visitor centre/offices/canteen) as directed in accordance with requirements; window cleaning and gutter cleaning; cleaning of toilets, as and when required; open and close toilets as directed; keep supplies stocked up;To assist with keeping parks/gardens litter free. Work will involve hand-picking and automated litter collection, emptying bins, etc., Collecting and disposing of litter from both inside and outside the site, Recycling;Know and understand Health & Safety, keeping areas of work clean, tidy and safe;Carrying out other duties which are considered appropriate to the grade.