The Office of Public Works (OPW) invites applications for appointment to the position of Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter in the area covered by the Trim National Monuments District.
Competition 2026/038
Essential Eligibility Requirements (at the closing date)
An Advanced Certificate in the Craft of Stonemasonry and Stonecutting;
or
An Advanced Certificate Craft Brick and Stonelaying;
(or equivalent Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications);**
Note: ** Irish or Foreign qualification (in a similar field of study) recognised as equivalent to the above qualifications on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
Note: Apprenticeship served in the above, evidence of craft and exams completed successfully will be necessary and copies should be submitted with your application.
A minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience (post qualification);
(Specific training in stonework may be taken as fulfilling this requirement)
A full, clean and current driving licence, category B & W* and use of own transport;
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(2)From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland.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: www.ndls.ie.
A current Safepass card**
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.
Desirable Eligibility Requirement
Specific training and experience in stonework would be an advantage.
Tractor and dumper experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the position of Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter in the OPW are multifaceted and varied. These include assisting in conservation and restoration on site, repairing and building stonework, stone cutting and carving (where applicable), building dry stone walls and mortar walls, pointing, underpinning, flaunching/capping of walls and working with and mixing mortar, lime and cement.
Principal Duties
Repairing and building stonework, blockwork and brickwork;
Building of stone walls, dry and mortar walls, sorting of stone, loading and unloading stone, pointing, underpinning, flashing of walls and any other masonry related work;
Reading drawings and setting out works relating to masonry, brick and block;
Working with and mixing mortar, lime and cement;
Working alongside other skilled and non-skilled people, reporting directly to supervisor. Liaising with Foreperson regarding stone related work;
Liaising with Foreperson/Chargehand regarding site related work e.g. ordering materials in advance and keeping site work ongoing;
Reading drawings and working to them. Providing and taking templates for carpentry, masonry and other trades. Understanding and reading levels from drawings;
Mentoring, monitoring and supervision of Apprentices;
Assisting in Conservation and Restoration works at relevant sites and repairing historic stonework;
Operating machinery in workshop including power tools;
Driving a mobile maintenance unit vehicle as required;
Working on scaffolding, operating equipment and machinery;
Complying with Health & Safety Requirements;
Keeping work areas clean, tidy and safe;
Maintain ISO records and communications, as required;
Driving and looking after the official vehicle, loading and unloading equipment and materials;
Ordering and collecting materials required for works;
Reporting any accidents and misuse of plant, materials and machinery to the District Works Manager/Foreperson/Chargehand;
Ensuring the safekeeping of all plant, tools, equipment and materials in your charge, or in use by others on the sites within your charge;
Attending training courses in conservation, construction, supervision and health and safety as required by the Department;
Assisting in all other duties as may be directed by the District Works Manager/Foreperson/Chargehand;
Co-operation with the introduction of new work practices and technology;
Carrying out activities in line with National Monuments Service safety systems including preparation of Safe Systems of Work Plans (SSWP’s), with reference to Safety Policies, Activity Risk Assessments and Safe Operating Procedures (SOP’s);
Carrying out other duties which are considered appropriate to the grade.
A Craft Stonemason and Stonecutter is required to:
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 while working under pressure when effectively dealing with incidents;
Make sound judgements in emergency situations;
Work on own initiative in accordance with supervisor/manager instructions whilst being an effective part of a larger team;
Apply excellent and effective interpersonal and communication skills coupled with a professional, polite and courteous manner when dealing with colleagues, management and the public;
Apply a positive, flexible and proactive approach to work allied with an ability to deliver an effective work presence;
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