General Operative (Maintenance & Facilities Support)

Portlaoise Hospital, Co. Laois
15 Hours per Week | Initial 3-Month Agency Contract | Immediate Start

Join a busy healthcare environment supporting essential maintenance services.

We are currently recruiting a General Operative to join our team on behalf of the HSE at Portlaoise Hospital.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in maintenance, labouring or facilities support who is looking for flexible part-time hours while contributing to the smooth running of a busy hospital.

The role is offered on an initial 3-month agency contract, with the possibility of extension based on service requirements and performance.

What You'll Be Doing

As a General Operative, you'll play an important role in supporting the maintenance team by:

• Assisting with day-to-day maintenance and facilities duties
• Supporting tradespeople including electricians, plumbers, carpenters and painters
• Moving materials, tools and equipment safely around the site
• Carrying out general labouring and site preparation tasks
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised work areas
• Following health and safety procedures and reporting any hazards
• Assisting with the general upkeep of hospital facilities

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you should have:

• Previous experience in maintenance, labouring, facilities support or a similar role
• A valid Safe Pass
• A valid Manual Handling Certificate
• A good level of physical fitness for indoor and outdoor work
• A positive attitude with the ability to work as part of a team
• A strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to learn

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate in line with HSE pay rates
• Part-time hours – 15 hours per week
• Initial 3-month agency contract with the potential for extension
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to gain experience within a busy healthcare environment
• Supportive team and structured working environment

Job Details

• Position: General Operative
• Location: Portlaoise Hospital, Co. Laois
• Hours: 15 hours per week
• Contract: Agency Contract (initial 3 months, with the possibility of extension)
• Start Date: Immediate

Apply Today

If you have maintenance or labouring experience and are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity within the healthcare sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered for this immediate opportunity