Job Summary
  • Cork
  • Temporary
  • 19th August 2026
  • Ref ID: RD51235

Job Description

General Operative

Osborne are recruiting on behalf of our client for a General Operative to support a specialist installation team within a busy industrial environment.

This is a hands-on role assisting electricians and installation technicians with the installation of fire suppression systems. The position would suit someone with previous experience as a General Operative, Electrician’s Mate, Mechanical Mate, Site Operative or similar.

This is initially a one-week temporary contract, with potential for further work depending on project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist electricians and installation technicians with installation work.
  • Prepare, move and organise materials, tools and equipment.
  • Assist with drilling, fixing, cable management and general installation duties.
  • Support with the positioning and installation of pipework, brackets and associated equipment.
  • Keep the work area clean, tidy and safe.
  • Follow instructions from electricians, supervisors and site management.
  • Work safely around machinery and within a busy factory environment.
  • Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and PPE requirements.
  • Carry out other general duties as required by the installation team.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a General Operative, Electrician’s Mate, Mechanical Mate or Site Operative is desirable.
  • Previous experience within construction, installation, maintenance or engineering environments.
  • Comfortable using hand tools and basic power tools.
  • Good understanding of workplace Health & Safety.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with a hands-on role.
  • Reliable, punctual and available to commit to the full contract.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Previous factory or industrial experience is advantageous.
  • Valid Safe Pass – essential.
  • Valid Manual Handling certificate – essential.
  • Own transport – essential.

What’s on Offer:

  • One-week temporary contract.
  • Potential for further work depending on project requirements.
  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Immediate start available.
  • Opportunity to gain experience working alongside an experienced installation team.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of  Daniel Kirwan or email daniel.kirwan@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
Please submit your updated CV in Word Format
If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    Job Summary
    • Cork
    • Temporary
    • 19th August 2026
    • Ref ID: RD51235