General Operative (Shift)

About the employer

SWARCO is focused on shaping the next generation of transport. As part of a worldwide group, the company builds advanced mobility technologies that support intelligent, sustainable, and efficient transport systems. Its solutions are designed to ease congestion, improve safety, and reduce environmental impact, while helping create smarter and greener cities.

Role overview

The Dublin field operations team is seeking motivated General Operatives / Loop General Operatives for a shift-based, hands-on position. This is a physically demanding role in a fast-moving operational setting, supporting the installation, upkeep, and repair of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) infrastructure across the road network.

You will work closely with a compact team to deliver safety-critical roadside and motorway technology that helps traffic move safely and efficiently. Duties combine installation, maintenance, civil works, reactive fault response, and workshop preparation tasks, all carried out in line with operational needs and high standards for safety, workmanship, and customer service.

Shift pattern

• Monday to Thursday: 17:30 to 02:00
• Friday: 17:30 to 01:00

Key duties

• Fit and maintain ITS and CITS equipment to a high standard.
• Perform loop cutting, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Respond to faults and reactive maintenance tasks within the scope of your training.
• Support installation and repair work on roadside technology equipment.
• Assist with civil works tied to operational and project demands.
• Prepare, assemble, and test equipment in the workshop.
• Carry out lamping, cleaning, inspections, and routine maintenance.
• Complete site surveys and inspections.
• Accurately fill in project paperwork, timesheets, job sheets, and related records, and return them on time.
• Keep vehicles, tools, equipment, and PPE safe, clean, and serviceable.
• Help guide trainees, apprentices, and team members by sharing knowledge and support.
• Follow all Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and Environmental procedures at all times.

Day-to-day working style

• Work outdoors in live roadside and infrastructure environments.
• Support installation and maintenance work on ITS projects and reactive jobs.
• Handle practical, physical tasks including civil works and equipment fitting.
• Work safely at heights and around live traffic.
• Apply RAMS and other safe systems of work consistently.
• Prepare and organise materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles for daily work.
• Attend training sessions and toolbox talks to continue developing skills.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and operational colleagues to deliver successful outcomes.
• Contribute to maintenance KPIs and operational targets.

What we are looking for

Applicants should bring civils, construction, or infrastructure experience, along with a full B and C driving licence and machine or plant operating experience. The work requires comfort with outdoor manual tasks, working at heights, teamwork, and a flexible attitude toward shifts, standby duties, and callout rotas. Strong awareness of safety and a dependable, motivated, professional approach are essential.

Preferred experience and training include electrical or electronic servicing, a basic understanding of ITS site installations, Abrasive Wheels training, CSCS Signing, Lighting & Guarding at Roadworks, CSCS Location of Underground Services, previous traffic-industry or similar field-based experience, good mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.

What the company offers

SWARCO provides a competitive salary and benefits package, along with employee opinion surveys designed to help maintain a supportive and comfortable workplace. The business also focuses on long-term development and career growth for its employees.

• Competitive salary of €42,000 to €45,000
• 20% shift allowance
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Chance to work in a specialist ITS and transport technology environment
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Company-provided PPE, tools, and equipment
• Career progression opportunities within SWARCO

Additional information

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews and offers may happen before the advertised closing date. Early applications are encouraged, and submissions received after the closing date will not be considered.

Successful candidates must have the right to live and work in Ireland by the start date. SWARCO is an equal opportunities employer.

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